Swimming in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States
Best Swim Spots in Myrtle Beach
Ranked by community ratings. Check real-time conditions before heading out.
Arcadia - Lands End Resort
Arcadia - Sands Ocean Club
Arcadia - Singleton Swash
Arcadia - Wyndham Hotel
Arcadia Bear - Bear Branch Swash
Briarcliffe - Whitepoint Swash
City of Myrtle (15th Avenue S)
City of Myrtle Beach (23rd Avenue S)
City of Myrtle Beach (24th Avenue N)
City of Myrtle Beach (34th Avenue N)
City of Myrtle Beach (50th Avenue N)
City of Myrtle Beach (64th Avenue N)
City of Myrtle Beach (77th Avenue N)
City of Myrtle Beach (8th Avenue N)
City of Myrtle Beach (Canes Patch Swash)
City of Myrtle Beach (Deep Head Swash)
City of Myrtle Beach (Midway Swash)
City of Myrtle Beach (Withers Swash)
Myrtle Beach State Park
Springmaid Beach
Open Water Swimming in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach offers 21 open water swimming locations across Ocean environments. Whether you are a beginner looking for a calm, sheltered swim or an experienced open water swimmer seeking a challenge, there are options for every level.
Before heading out to any swim spot in Myrtle Beach, check current water conditions on SwimPass. Our SwimScore combines real-time weather, marine data, tides, and water quality into a single 0-100 rating so you can make an informed decision in seconds.
Ocean swimmers in Myrtle Beach should pay attention to tide schedules and swell forecasts. Swimming around slack tide typically offers the calmest conditions. Check our guide to reading water conditions for tips on interpreting local marine forecasts.
New to open water swimming? Start with our safety guide and first swim guide before heading to any new spot.
Swimming Guides
Prepare for your swim in Myrtle Beach with these guides.
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