ST. SIMONS ISLAND WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Skim the Shore: St. Simons’ Hard‑Packed Sand, One Kavpar Board at a Time
Rent a skimboard from Kavpar Customs at Kavpar Surf Shop for 3 hours, a day, or the weekend and glide along St. Simons Island’s shoreline on shallow water and hard‑packed sand.
Skim the Shore: St. Simons’ Hard‑Packed Sand, One Kavpar Board at a Time.
Rent a skimboard at Kavpar Customs and glide over hard‑packed sand and shallow water. Perfect for all skill levels, it’s a fun, active way to add excitement to your beach day—drop the board, run on, and glide along the water’s edge. Swing by Kavpar Surf Shop, grab a board, and enjoy a laid‑back beach day with a little extra style.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hard‑packed sand and shallow water
St. Simons’ shoreline offers the firm, shallow zone skimboarders seek—ideal for dropping the board, sprinting on, and gliding along the waterline.
Easy to start, rewarding to master
Skimboarding is accessible for newcomers yet challenging to perfect, making it a lively way to stay active between surf sets or during a beach day.
Flexible rental windows
Kavpar Surf Shop rents boards by the three‑hour block, for a full day, or for an entire weekend—so you can sample a session or take time to dial your technique.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
A skimboarding session at St. Simons is immediate and kinetic: set the board on wet, packed sand, sprint to meet it, and splice a run of shallow water into a low, fast glide. Rentals from Kavpar let you repeat that loop as often as you like—short bursts that keep a beach day moving.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rentals are offered in flexible blocks: 3 hours, a full day, or the whole weekend—pick the length that fits your beach schedule.
Pick up and return boards at Kavpar Surf Shop; the operator location is 113 Skylane Ct Suite 100, St Simons Island, GA 31522.
Boards are available for rent from Kavpar so you don’t need to bring your own skimboard to get started.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent a skimboard?
Rentals are available for 3 hours, a full day, or the whole weekend.
Where do I pick up my rental?
Pick up boards at Kavpar Surf Shop located at 113 Skylane Ct Suite 100, St Simons Island, GA 31522.
Do I need prior skimboarding experience?
No—skimboarding at this location is described as suitable for all skill levels, from first timers to seasoned skimmers.
How do I start a skimboarding run?
The basic motion is to drop the board on the wet sand, run onto it, and glide across the shallow water.
Can I rent a board for the weekend?
Yes—Kavpar Surf Shop offers weekend rental options so you can take extra time to practice and refine your technique.