beginner
Surfside Beach, South Carolina, United States

Surfside Beach (Swash at 5th Avenue N)

Surfside Beach at the Swash (5th Avenue N) provides shallow tidal water swimming in a protected inlet perfect for very young swimmers and beginners. This beginner spot features minimal current, warm water, and natural sheltering, offering the safest ocean access on the beach. Plan visits around low tide when the swash is shallowest and most accessible.

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Surfside Beach (Swash at 5th Avenue N)

33.6088, -78.9679

Details

Location
Surfside Beach, South Carolina, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
beginner
Coordinates
33.6088, -78.9679

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