Area Overview
Quaint and quiet with plenty of family-friendly fun
Just to the south of Myrtle Beach in the area known as “the south strand” are several laid-back beach communities, notable for their family-friendly attractions such as Wild Water and Wheels and attractive beach houses.
Here in the Surfside Beach and Garden City Beach areas, vacation homes and rentals feature prominently along with a few smaller hotels.
The Town of Surfside Beach is small beach community that features two miles of oceanfront and extends inland to Highway 17 Bypass.
Located just south of the Myrtle Beach city limits and extending beyond Highway 544 to the south, this area was relatively undeveloped until the mid-1900s.
Two events — Hurricane Hazel in 1954 and the expansion of the Myrtle Beach Air Force Base — provided the 1-2 punch the town needed.
More modern homes built to hurricane codes and a growing population led to incorporation in 1964.
Oceanfront homes and hotels sprang up around the coast, along with residential neighborhoods, restaurants and businesses followed a little further inland to make Surfside Beach the tourism draw it is today.
Operated by a seven-member town council, Surfside Beach has its own police and fire departments, as well as sanitation, public works, parks and recreation and other services.
The city also owns and operates the Surfside Beach Pier, the centerpiece of the downtown district.
Fishing, golf, and water sports are popular pastimes, and a variety of seafood restaurants and souvenir shops make up the downtown district.
Wild Water & Wheels water park, dining, shopping, and nightlife make this a vibrant community that is one of the fastest growing on the Grand Strand.
Inland areas feature single-family neighborhoods and multi-family developments, and children attend local schools until attending Socastee High, which is inland across the Highway 17 Bypass.
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Where to stay
Hotels in Surfside Beach
Here's a look at some of the best accommodations in Surfside Beach:
Sea Star Realty
Sea Star Realty is a boutique company offering Real Estate and Vacation Rental services along the Grand Strand of M …
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Lakewood Camping Resort
Lakewood Camping Resort is a lot more than just camping! Since 1959, Lakewood Camping Resort has provided luxurious …
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Surfside Beach Articles
Here’s a look at some of articles from our staff about Surfside Beach:
Places To Eat Famous Foods in Myrtle Beach
December 14, 2024
The best food in Myrtle Beach isn’t all from the beach. In fact, some of the top eats in the Grand Strand hail from all over the country. The culinary po …
Gluten-Free Dining in Myrtle Beach
November 19, 2024
Finding restaurants with gluten-free menu options in Myrtle Beach shouldn’t be a challenge, so we decided to do the legwork for our visitors with celiac …
Start Thanksgiving Day on the Right Foot With a Turkey Trot
November 5, 2024
How many k’s does it take to run off a Thanksgiving meal? We have no idea, but 5 seems like a good place to start! Before you overindulge on casserol …
10 Things To Do in Surfside Beach
October 30, 2024
See all the things to do in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, and discover why this family-friendly coastal town is growing in popularity. Traveling just 20 …
Myrtle Beach Grocery Store Guide
October 3, 2024
Thrifty vacationers know that one of the best ways to save money on your trip is to buy and prepare food instead of dining out for every meal. As the Myrtl …
Recreation Centers Around the Myrtle Beach Area
September 26, 2024
The Grand Strand has many recreation centers, from the North Strand of Little River down to the South Strand of Pawleys Island. Many of these facilities of …
Best Ice Cream Shops in Myrtle Beach
September 5, 2024
Myrtle Beach is a wonderful summer town, with a host of warm-weather activities available. After a fun-filled day at the water park, at the beach, or on th …
The Best Campgrounds in Myrtle Beach
May 11, 2023
Explore the best Myrtle Beach campgrounds to find sites for RVs or tents, and vacation rentals in fabulous camping resorts with waterparks, pools, and more …
Best Beachfront Bars in Myrtle Beach
May 10, 2023
Explore the best Myrtle Beach campgrounds to find sites for RVs or tents, and vacation rentals in fabulous camping resorts with waterparks, pools, and more …
Points of Interest
Restaurants & Attractions in Surfside Beach
Here's a look at some of the best places to eat and things to do in Surfside Beach:
The Ole Fashion Ice Cream Parlor
The Ole Fashion Ice Cream Parlor has been a mainstay in Surfside Beach. Families, couples and individuals of all ag …
Crabby Mike’s
Crabby Mike’s Calabash-style seafood buffet is locally owned and operated and has been in business for 30 yea …
$3 OFF Adult Buffet
Myrtle Beach Slingshot Rentals
Myrtle Beach Slingshot Rentals is the only Certified Polaris Adventures Outfitter in South Carolina! What does that …
$199 All You Can Drive Special
Dynamite Fireworks
Dynamite Fireworks is the biggest fireworks shop on the Grand Strand. With everything you need, Dynamite Fireworks …
$10 Off any 500 Gram Cake
Best Price Outlet – Beachwear
Welcome to our Best Price Outlet Store, your one-stop destination for all your Myrtle Beach essentials at unbeatabl …
Fun Warehouse
Fun Warehouse is the perfect place to let loose and has a fun time, and the best part is that this attraction is gr …
$2 OFF Any Large Pizza
What's Happening
Upcoming Events in Surfside Beach
Here’s a look at some of the best Surfside Beach events & festivals happening soon in the area:
Surfside Beach 4th of July Celebration
Bring your family down to Memorial Park in Surfside Beach for a Fourth of July Celebration on July 4th! The 4th of July Celebration will be held in Memorial Park […] …
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Memorial Park – Surfside Beach
Surfside Beach Family Festival
The Surfside Beach Family Festival will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 5 on Surfside Drive. The festival was rescheduled from October due to expected inclement weather. This one-day ra …
Surfside Drive
Town of Surfside Beach Easter Egg Hunt & Children’s Festival
The Town of Surfside Beach invites you and your family to an Easter Egg Hunt and Children's Fair on March 23, 2024. In addition to the Easter Egg Hunt and […] …
Huckabee Complex – Surfside Beach
Surfside Beach Memorial Day Golf Cart Parade
The Surfside Beach Memorial Day Golf Cart Parade is at 10 a.m. on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, 2023.Golf carts will be decorated in their patriotic best for a chance […] …
Ocean Boulevard Surfside Beach
Surfside Beach 4th of July Golf Cart Parade
The town of Surfside Beach will host a 4th of July golf cart parade beginning at 11 a.m. July 4. Participants can decorate their golf carts in red, white and […] …
Ocean Boulevard Surfside Beach
Surfside Beach Halloween Car Show
The town of Surfside Beach is hosting a Halloween Car Show on Oct. 26, 2024. Both modern and classic cars are welcome in the show. A live DJ and music […] …
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Surfside Drive
Town of Surfside Beach’s Annual BBQ Festival
Join the town of Surfside Beach on March 4, 2023, for their BBQ festival! Previous competitors include Beach Butts, Beach Catering, Carter’s Carolina BBQ, Coastal BBQ, Smoking D …
Yaupon Drive Parking Lot – Surfside Beach
Myrtle Beach Bike Week 2023 – Spring Rally
Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally is set for May 12-21, 2023, and will feature bike shows, vendors, tours and more around the Grand Strand.Enjoy cruising daycations to Charleston …
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Myrtle Beach Bike Week 2023 – Spring Rally
Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally is set for May 12-21, 2023, and will feature bike shows, vendors, tours and more around the Grand Strand.Enjoy cruising daycations to Charleston …
Multiple Locations
Video
Visiting Surfside Beach
Check out some of our favorite staff videos from around this area:
Featured
Welcome to Wild Water & Wheels
Wild Water & Wheels is fun for the whole family! This attraction is home to a large waterpark featuring slides, a lazy river, huge wave pool, bumper boats, a kiddie area, and much more! Plus, enjoy food & beverages, mini-golf, and go-karts while you’re at Wild Water & Wheels.
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Real Estate
Surfside Beach Neighborhoods
Check out some of the most popular areas in Surfside Beach for Myrtle Beach real estate:
