Award-winning beach featuring sugar-white sand and vibrant blue waters. Known for its famous Pier 60 with daily sunset celebrations, street performers, and crafts. Offers numerous water activities, dolphin tours, and a bustling Beach Walk promenade with shops and restaurants. Popular with families and international tourists.
Beaches for Watersports
Murrells Inlet MarshWalk
While not a traditional beach, this waterfront boardwalk along a natural saltwater estuary offers access to several beach areas. Known as the “Seafood Capital of South Carolina” with numerous waterfront restaurants, live music, and water activities.
Duck Beach
An upscale beach community with a charming village atmosphere. Features a mile-long soundside boardwalk with shops and restaurants, pristine beaches, and the Duck Town Park with events and concerts.
Dewey Beach
Lively beach town known for watersports by day and active nightlife with live music venues. Features restaurants and bars along Route 1, with water on both bay and ocean sides. Dog-friendly beach options available during certain hours.
Stone Harbor Beach
Upscale family beach town with pristine beaches, upscale shopping, and dining. Features a walkable downtown area with boutiques and the Wetlands Institute for nature education. Beach tags required.
Avalon Beach
Upscale beach community with clean, wide beaches and family-friendly atmosphere. Features strict beach maintenance, seasonal lifeguards, and recreational areas. Beach tags required with limited public facilities.
Crescent Beach
One of the five distinct areas of North Myrtle Beach, offering a curved shoreline with numerous vacation rentals and hotels. Features Barefoot Landing shopping and entertainment complex nearby and a family-friendly atmosphere.