Sullivan's Island

The Atlantic Ocean defines the setting of Sullivan's Island — its sandy shore and position at the entrance to Charleston Harbor shape a low-rise barrier-island community facing open water and a historic South Carolina port. Fort Moultrie, preserved within Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park, marks the site where American defenders repelled a British naval attack in 1776. The island has long been linked with Charleston: it was once reached by ferry and later became a summer retreat for city residents. Residential streets, beach access points and the maritime setting distinguish it from downtown Charleston. See how Sullivan's Island fits into the Charleston Harbor area by browsing webcams nearby.

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