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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SAVE 25% on your accommodations + 2 Free Breakfasts Per Day! Enjoy Bigger & Better FREE Fun with our Brittain Rewards program that offers FREE or discounted admission to local attractions such as Broadway Grand Prix, Myrtle Beach Watersports, Wonderworks, and more.
Save 25% on your stay & enjoy NEWLY renovated accommodations! PLUS, receive 2 FREE breakfasts daily. Enjoy Bigger & Better FREE Fun with Brittain Rewards that offers FREE or discounted admission to local attractions such as Broadway Grand Prix, Myrtle Beach Watersports, Wonderworks, and more!
Save 25% on your stay & enjoy NEWLY renovated accommodations! PLUS, receive 2 FREE breakfasts daily. Enjoy Bigger & Better FREE Fun with Brittain Rewards that offers FREE or discounted admission to local attractions such as Broadway Grand Prix, Myrtle Beach Watersports, Wonderworks, and more!
SAVE 25% on your accommodations + 2 Free Breakfasts Per Day! Enjoy Bigger & Better FREE Fun with our Brittain Rewards program that offers FREE or discounted admission to local attractions such as Broadway Grand Prix, Myrtle Beach Watersports, Wonderworks, and more.
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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:
Start Thanksgiving Day on the Right Foot With a Turkey Trot
November 11, 2025
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 …
Autism Friendly Attractions in Myrtle Beach
July 16, 2025
Surfside Beach and Myrtle Beach have officially been named Autism-Friendly Destinations.! The Champion Autism Network (CAN) has been making strides in prov …
Things to Do With Dad on Father’s Day
June 13, 2025
Looking for a way to spend Father’s Day in Myrtle Beach? The Grand Strand is the perfect place to be for Dad’s special day! From dusk to dawn, you …
Memorial Day Weekend Events 2025
May 21, 2025
There are plenty of events in Myrtle Beach this Memorial Day Weekend for the entire family to enjoy. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, was a military town for …
Top Beaches in South Carolina
April 11, 2025
The top beaches in South Carolina are all right here, near Myrtle Beach. While the great Palmetto State is known for everything from its golf courses to hi …
10 Best Beach Accesses in Myrtle Beach
April 7, 2025
Choosing the right beach in Myrtle Beach can make a significant impact on your vacation experience. Sure, these sandy shores all overlook the same stretch …
Best Beachfront Bars in Myrtle Beach
March 20, 2025
There’s nothing quite like bellying up at a beach bar in Myrtle Beach for a cold beer or frozen daiquiri while gazing at the ocean right in front of you. …
Beach Access & Wheelchair Rentals in Myrtle Beach
February 26, 2025
Beach wheelchair rentals make it possible for any Myrtle Beach resident or vacationer with mobility impairment to enjoy time on the shore. Because standard …
Recycling in Myrtle Beach
February 19, 2025
Recycling in Myrtle Beach is important for the local environment, and with so much coastal beauty and so many Lowcountry landscapes in our area, why wouldn …
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:
Pirate’s Table Seafood Buffet
Located in Surfside Beach, Pirate’s Table Seafood Buffet has been serving up delicious Calabash-style seafood to …
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Kentucky Fried Chicken
Since 1930, KFC has been serving up the colonel’s secret recipe friend chicken. With 7 area locations along t …
$3 OFF Family Meal Deal
Dynamite Fireworks
Dynamite Fireworks is the biggest fireworks shop on the Grand Strand. With everything you need, Dynamite Fireworks …
Buy 1 item get 2 items Free
Bargain Beachwear
Bargain Beachwear opened their first location on the Grand Strand in 1983, and since then, they have opened multipl …
15% OFF For All Service Members, Veterans, Firefighters & Police Officers
Lobster House Seafood Restaurant
At Lobster House Seafood Restaurant, you’ll find some of the best seafood around. Located beside the Myrtle Beach …
$5 Off Purchase of $50 or More
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
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 on Surfside Drive …
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Memorial Park – Surfside Beach
Surfside Beach Family Festival
The annual Surfside Beach Family Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on October 4, 2025 on Surfside Drive. This one-day rain or shine event brings thousands of people for …
Surfside Drive
Surfside Beach Memorial Day Golf Cart Parade
The Surfside Beach Memorial Day Golf Cart Parade is at 11 a.m. on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025. Golf carts will be decorated in their patriotic best for a chance at prizes. T …
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 blue for their cruise …
Ocean Boulevard Surfside Beach
Surfside Beach Halloween Car Show
The town of Surfside Beach is hosting a Halloween Car Show on Oct. 25, 2025 from 9 am to 2 pm. Both modern and classic cars are welcome in the show. A live DJ and music will provid …
Surfside Drive
Crudes 14th Annual Veteran Ride
Join the Crudes Veteran Ride, a free motorcycle charity event, on Wednesday, May 14th, 2025. Schedule: 9:00 AM: Meet at Golden Egg in Surfside Beach 11:00 AM: Kickstand Up (KSU) 6: …
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Golden Egg Pancake House
Town of Surfside Beach Christmas Parade
Don't miss the Town of Surfside Beach's Christmas Parade starting at 2 p.m. on Dec. 13. The parade has over 100 entries of all kinds, including floats and marching bands. Participa …
Surfside Beach Pier
Myrtle Beach Bike Week 2025 – Spring Rally
The 2025 Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally is set for May 9-18, and will feature bike shows, vendors, tours and more around the Grand Strand. Enjoy cruising daycations to Charles …
Multiple Locations
Myrtle Beach Bike Week 2025 – Spring Rally
The 2025 Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally is set for May 9-18, and will feature bike shows, vendors, tours and more around the Grand Strand. Enjoy cruising daycations to Charles …
Multiple Locations
Video
Visiting Surfside Beach
Check out some of our favorite staff videos from around this area:
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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:
