05/21/2026
🇺🇸 MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND IS HERE 🇺🇸
The Isle of Palms Police Department is ready for a busy holiday weekend, and we’re excited to help residents and visitors enjoy everything our island has to offer safely.
You will notice an increased law enforcement presence throughout the weekend with additional officers on duty for traffic management, crowd control, and beach patrols
on land, sand, and water.
As you head to the beach, please remember:
🚗 Allow extra travel time coming to and leaving the island
🚶 Watch for pedestrians at crosswalks and parking lots
👮 Follow officers directing traffic or working active scenes
🚓 South Carolina law requires drivers to move over or reduce speed for emergency vehicles and first responders. Make sure to stay hands free from any devices if driving a vehicle.
Need us?
📞 Emergencies: 911
📞 Non-Emergency Dispatch: 843-743-7200
📞 IOPPD Admin: 843-886-6522
⛱️ BEACH SAFETY REMINDERS ⛱️
👧 Take a photo of your child each beach day showing their clothing to help first responders quickly locate them if separated
🐶 Dogs must be leashed
(Off-leash hours: 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM)
🚫 No alcohol on the beach
🚫 No glass containers
🚭 No smoking or single-use plastics
📋 Read posted beach rules at every access point
🅿️ Park only in designated areas
Parking information: ParkIOP.org
Have fun. Be patient. Stay safe. Enjoy Memorial Day Weekend on the Isle of Palms.
