Charleston Surf Cams
Charleston's downtown waterfront and nearby barrier islands offer live webcams for harbor weather, Battery crowds, and the surf scene at Folly Beach and Isle of Palms.
Start with the Charleston Battery webcam and Charleston Harbor webcam for downtown and harbor conditions. For surf, most locals watch Folly Beach—especially the pier and The Washout—along with Isle of Palms when looking for a mellower beach day northeast of the city.
South and southeast swell, tropical systems, and winter fronts all shape Charleston-area waves. Live cams help you time wind shifts, tide changes, and crowd levels before you leave. Pair a cam check with our Charleston water temperature page when planning a session.