CARTA Announces Four Days of Beach Reach Shuttle

The Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority (CARTA) today announced that it is expanding Beach Reach Shuttle service to four days for the Fourth of July holiday. The free shuttle will operate the entire holiday weekend, beginning Saturday, July 1st and running through Tuesday, July 4th, 2023.

“We are excited to expand this critical service to our community and ensure that everyone has the freedom to enjoy the beach this Independence Day weekend,” CARTA Board Chairman Mike Seekings said. “We at CARTA wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July.”

How to ride: Beach Reach riders can board the shuttle at stop No. 715, located behind the Belk Men’s store in Mount Pleasant Towne Centre, and disembark at 14th Avenue and Ocean Boulevard, adjacent to the Isle of Palms beach access.

Parking will be available along Market Center Boulevard in Mount Pleasant Towne Centre. Connections to Route 40 Mount Pleasant and Route 42 Wando Circulator will also be available.

Full route details and bus tracking can be found in the Transit App, which is available for download in the Apple and Google Play stores. Riders can also view traffic conditions and municipal information for all area beaches via the Beach Reach app, which is also available for Apple and Google smartphones.

Riders are welcome to bring beach items (chairs, bags, etc.) that can be stored safely and comfortably at their seat.

A bike rack will be available for use at the front of the bus.

Note: CARTA services will operate on a Sunday schedule on the Fourth of July.

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