Burkes Beach
A local favorite — minimal facilities, maximum quiet.
Parking
Free
50 spaces
Walk to water
5 minutes via sandy path
Lifeguards
None
No lifeguard service
Restrooms
No
Showers
No
Accessible
Limited
Parking
Small free lot at the end of Burkes Beach Road. Limited spaces — arrive early on summer weekends. Street parking on Burkes Beach Road when the lot is full.
Get directionsFacilities
Restrooms
Outdoor showers
Wheelchair accessible
Sandy path to beach — not paved. No accessible facilities. Not recommended for visitors with mobility limitations.
Playground
Lifeguards
None
No lifeguard service
No lifeguard service at this beach. Swim with caution and be aware of current conditions. The Town of Hilton Head Island posts water condition flags at all public beaches.
Local tip
Burkes Beach is where locals go when they want to be left alone. No facilities means fewer crowds. Bring everything you need — there's no water, no restrooms, and no shade.