Wild Dunes Resort - beach walkway
Sweetgrass Inn Logo Boardwalk Inn Logo Residences at Sweetgrass Inn Logo Vacation Rentals Logo

Your adventure awaits

Book your Stay

Book now
Wild Dunes Resort Coast from Above.
A family plays on a sunny beach: two kids chasing a ball while a man and younger child run along the wet sand near the shore.
People playing on a sandy beach with colorful houses, umbrellas, and lounge chairs in the background, kids kicking a ball and adults watching.
Two women on a sunny beach share colorful cocktails under a large umbrella, smiling and toasting with raised drinks.
Two empty beach chairs under a green umbrella face the sea, with a bag and sand toys nearby on a sunny shore.
A family enjoys a sunny beach day: two adults cuddle, others relax under green umbrellas, kids build in the sand, and calm waves lap the shore.

Summer By The Sea

May – August Happenings

Long, sunlit days and warm ocean breezes set the stage for classic summer fun at Wild Dunes Resort. Whether you’re soaking up beach time, enjoying family-friendly activities, or exploring nearby attractions, summer is full of energy and adventure. Discover the signature moments and island experiences that make May through August the most lively time of year on the Isle of Palms.

Hotel Happenings

Resort Events & Activities 

Memorial Day Summer Kick-Off

Memorial Day Summer Kick-Off

Summer Kick-off Celebration

    4th of July Weekend & Fireworks Viewing

    4th of July Weekend & Fireworks Viewing

    Festive Fun-Filled Week

    Enjoy a festive weekend filled with sun, live music, delicious dining, and family fun. As night falls, relax on the shore or your balcony to take in the City of Isle of Palms’ fireworks display from a distance — stay tuned for details.

      Summer Day Camps

      Summer Day Camps

      More Fun for Kids

        Labor Day Weekend

        Labor Day Weekend

        Last Splash of Summer

        Lounge by the pool, stroll the beach, and enjoy coastal cuisine, live music, and family-friendly fun all weekend long. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the end of summer. Stay tuned for more details!

          Jr. Tennis Programs

          Jr. Tennis Programs

          From Age 4-16

          Programs include Tiny Tots, Junior Masters, and Future Stars.

          1

          Wild Dunes in the Summer 

          Top Things to Do

          Two beach chairs with a green umbrella sit on the sand, facing the waves, with a small bag nearby and a couple of toys at the edge of the shore.

          Beach

          Isle of Palms Beaches

          Experience 2 1/2 miles of uninterrupted Atlantic beachfront and the South Carolina coastline.

          Beach
          Small kids and adults swim and play in a sunny outdoor pool, splashing and having fun together.

          Resort Pools

          Resort Wide Pool Experiences

          From the lively Sweetgrass Pool Complex to oceanfront pools at the Grand Pavilion and an adults-only pool at the Boardwalk Inn and more, there's a pool for every experience.

          Resort Pools
          A small child in a light blue shirt and beige shorts stands at a candy counter beneath tall, rainbow-colored candy sticks behind glass.

          The Sweet Shoppe

          Ice Cream, Candy & More

          Candy, ice cream, gelato, sundaes, and milkshakes—fun for all ages on the Plaza.

          The Sweet Shoppe
          A man in a gray shirt and shorts stands on a tennis court, pushing a shopping cart filled with tennis balls, waving or gesturing.

          Tennis & Pickleball

          Clinics, Instruction & Play

          12 Har-Tru tennis courts and 6 pickleball courts

          Tennis & Pickleball
          A group of friends enjoy drinks and conversation at an outdoor rooftop bar with string lights and tropical décor, vibrant flowers, and thatched umbrellas.

          The Nest Rooftop Bar

          Buzz Worthy Cocktails

          Stylish rooftop cocktails, craft beer, and small plates with sweeping island views.

          The Nest Rooftop Bar
          A person in a blue life vest paddles a kayak on calm water near a harbor with sailboats and other kayakers in the distance.

          Water Excursions

          Kayak, Paddleboard & More

          Head out on a Lowcountry adventure with water excursions at Isle of Palms Marina.

          Water Excursions
          A group of friends around a wooden table sharing a colorful assortment of foods and drinks, seen from above, with hands reaching in to grab snacks.

          Laughing Gull Bar & Grill

          Poolside Dining

          Caribbean-inspired small plates, burgers, salads, and frozen cocktails in a colorful, relaxed setting.

          Laughing Gull Bar & Grill
          Aerial view of a triangular peninsula with a tree-lined park, surrounding water, and low-rise buildings at sunset.

          Around the Area

          Explore our surrounding islands & Charleston

          From discovering the Lowcountry's history to carriage rides to local dining and shopping, the area is full of things to do.

          Around the Area
          A golfer in a turquoise shirt and khaki pants swings a club on a green fairway, with dunes and shrubbery in the background.

          Golf Instruction

          Golf Lessons & Clinics

          Improve your game with our team of pros with a private lesson or golf clinic.

          Golf Instruction
          People in a yoga class sitting cross‑legged on mats, listening to an instructor at front.

          Wellness Classes & Experiences

          Awaken the Senses

          Flow through yoga, find balance in a Reiki Circle, or enrich your stay with authentic Lowcountry experiences.

          Wellness Classes & Experiences
          Colorful row houses with bright walls, window boxes, and potted plants line a sunny street, creating a cheerful, vibrant neighborhood vibe.

          Discover the Lowcountry

          Around the Area Events

          Spoleto Festival USA & Piccolo Spoleto – 17 days of world-class performances (May–June) 

          Learn More

          Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Festival – Celebrating Gullah-Geechee heritage (July)

          Learn More

          Summer Vacation on the Coast