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Myrtle Beach things to do: Beach games

By Ashlee Carson Jul 20, 2010
Bocce ball is a beach game perfect for Myrtle Beach visitors
Bocce ball is a beach game perfect for Myrtle Beach visitors

A day at the beach on your Myrtle Beach vacation can be much more than just soaking up the rays. In addition to the many things to do in Myrtle Beach, you can use your imagination to create some beach games of your own or use our list of fantastic ways to keep the kids of any age (and you!) occupied the whole day through. Just be sure to stock up on the sunscreen before heading out for the day!


Kids activities in Myrtle Beach


There are tons of activities for older kids to do right in front of your Myrtle Beach hotel or resort. Paddle Ball, Frisbee and Kite flying are great for kids of all ages and can be found almost anywhere in Grand Strand stores from beach stores to grocery stores.


While you’re out, grab a Ladder Golf set and take it out to the beach. It’s a sure way keep them occupied for hours! Basically, you have two stands with three rungs on each. Set up the stands about 15 feet apart and decide on teams of two. The goal is to throw the bolas (two golf balls connected by a rope) so that they ring themselves around one of the rungs. Points are given for landing on each rung and the first team to 21 points wins!


One exciting game for the big kids to play is a Scavenger Hunt! Parents- make a list of sea creatures, shells, rocks and anything beach related to have the kids find. Whoever can collect the most items from the list can be declared the “Top Treasure Seeker!” Their prize can be their favorite item that any of their competitors collected.


Beach games for smaller children


Smaller kids are content just digging around in the white sand but there are plenty of games for them too!


Create some family friendly competition with a quick and easy set-up. All you need are two buckets of the same size and even teams of at least 2 or more. Place the buckets about ten feet from the shore and get ready to run!


Each team sends a player to the water to gather as much water in their hands as possible and drop it into their team’s bucket. The first team to fill their bucket wins!


Big-kid and adult games on the beach


A day without the kids on the beach can be like a day at the spa. But if you’re ready to get in on the action, try a game like corn hole or bocce ball.


They’re the perfect games (and only require one hand so your other is free for a frosty beach beverage!) for a day at the beach.


Bocce ball is played with eight large balls and a smaller ball, called the pallino. The smaller pallino ball is thrown anywhere on the beach. Each player takes a turn trying to get throw or roll their larger ball toward the pallino. The player whose ball is closest wins that round and is awarded a point. The first player or team to reach 13 points wins!


Corn hole has been compared to a game of backyard horseshoes except instead of a horseshoe pit, you toss a bean bag toward a slightly raised wooden platform with a hole in the center. Players take turns tossing their bag at the opposite platform. A bag in the hole is worth three points and a bag on the platform is worth one. The team that reaches 21 points wins that game, and bragging rights!


Beach Volleyball is a great way to get your exercise, while still having a blast! There are plenty of nets set up along the beaches and almost always people ready for some friendly competition.


The beach is the perfect place to spend your Myrtle Beach vacation, whether you’re on a romantic honeymoon or with the whole family. There are tons of fun games for all ages- it’s just up to you to create your favorites!

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