Beaufort SC beaches extend from the north side of Port Royal Sound to the south side of St. Helena Sound. Many are only accessible by boat. Beginning at the Port Royal Sound are the beaches of Bay Point Island which curve around the island from the sound to the Atlantic Ocean and extend to Gale Break Inlet. The island is privately owned but the beaches are accessible for the public by boat up to the high tide mark. The shifting sand bars near the beach change some with each passing year. Just 2 years ago there was a channel between the closest bar and the beach. Now the channel is closed off at one end which has created a great mini-sound to nestle up next to the sandbar in. We enjoyed a day on the sandbar last Saturday.
Enjoying The Sandbar With Friends And Family In Front Of Bay Point Island
Surf Fishing Off The Bay Point Island SC Beach
When I was out off the beach of Bay Point a few days ago there was a boat anchored up behind the sandbar and a few fellows were trying out the surf fishing. One of the nice things about the sandbar off the beach is the boat can stay in relatively calm water while surf fishing off the beach. This beach is quiet and the Island is usually uninhabited, however the owners are rebuilding the small beach cottage on the south end so best to respect the private property and not venture into the interior of the island.
So if you get a chance to visit Beaufort SC and are lucky enough to be able to explore by boat then you might try the beaches of Bay Point. There is also a good beach to anchor on Bay Point just around the inside of Port Royal Sound. It is a popular spot in the summer for family outings and picnics on the beach.
Aerial photos of the beach in this area can be viewed on my main website by clicking on Beaufort SC Beaches Around Bay Point and see the Fripp Island Waterfront Video.
Bay Point Island SC Beach Cottage
