Sports & Culture
Myrtle Beach Marathon
The Myrtle Beach Marathon is an annual tradition that attracts thousands of people from all over the country. The course is described as fast, flat and absolutely beautiful. Many runners use it as their qualifying race for the Boston Marathon.
In light of the pandemic, the 24th running of the Myrtle Beach Marathon will look a little different with new options to maintain health and safety of participants.
Date: Saturday, May 1, 2021 – All Marathon, Half Marathon & 5k participants will race.
Location: All distances will start on Robert Grissom Parkway just South of the intersection of Grissom Parkway and Monticello Drive.
Start Times:
The first corral start times for each distance are below:
Wheelchair and Crankchair at 6:25 AM (Full & Half); 7:35 AM (5k)
Marathon first corral will start at 6:30 AM
Half Marathon first corral will start at approximately 6:46 AM
5K first corral will start at 7:40 AM
Please note: Spectators will not be permitted at the start or finish line in 2021!
Time Limits:
Marathon: 1:30 PM
Half Marathon: 10:20 AM
5k: 10:20 AM
Crow Creek Golf Club
Crow Creek Golf Club was created by architect Rick Robbins, a former Jack Nicklaus design associate. It has a charming layout set in the beautiful southern countryside.
Since opening in February 2000, Crow Creek has become one of the most popular destinations for golfers visiting the Grand Strand. They offer an enjoyable challenge for resort players from the regular tees, and the championship tees stretch the layout to more than 7,101 yards for low-handicap players.
Crow Creek’s practice facilities are excellent, as one would expect from a course that has a sizable membership in addition to its yearly vacation contingent of golfers. The practice facility includes a large grass driving range and two practice greens where players can hone their putting and chipping before and after their appointed rounds.
The charming southern style clubhouse offers a full-service restaurant bar and grill, a top area pro shop, and a gorgeous outdoor veranda where guests can enjoy the views.
Huntington Beach State Park
Huntington Beach offers a 3-mile stretch of beach for state park use. Explore the jetty or take a dip in the ocean. One of South Carolina’s most popular beach destinations, beach bums and nature nuts alike can find loads of entertainment and leisure here. Aside from sublime bird watching outlooks and serene walks along the park’s foremost beach, The Grand Strand, outdoor lovers can also hit-up the nature center and education center to learn more about the area’s native flora and fauna. Campers appreciate the amount of campsites to choose from, 173 to be exact. Each site is equipped with water and electrical hookups, as well as complimentary WiFi. Both campgrounds are located near the South Carolina shoreline.
HOURS
6 a.m. – 6 p.m., daily (extended to 10 p.m. during Daylight Saving Time)
Atalaya Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., daily (extended to 5 p.m. during Daylight Saving Time) PLEASE NOTE: Atalaya is the venue for many large events throughout the year and may be closed in correspondence to these events. For current information, please contact the park office.
OFFICE
9 a.m.-5 p.m., daily (extended to 8 p.m. during Daylight Saving Time)
ADMISSION
$8/adult; $5/ S.C. Senior; $4/youth age 6-15; Free for children 5 and younger.
Atalaya admission: $2/person ages 6 and up. Children 5 and under admitted free.
King Street Grille
Located in the Market Common in Myrtle Beach, King Street Grille is an upscale sports bar with great beers, a scratch-made menu and great atmosphere.
King Street Grille fits right into the Market Common neighborhood, giving visitors a casual sports-bar option in an upscale shopping district. Guests can sit outside on the patio deck, in the dining room or at the bar without missing any of the action on the many TVs scattered throughout the establishment.
They are offering lunch, dinner, kids’ menu, entrees, burgers, sandwiches and more. They happily offer indoor and outdoor dining, to-go menu and UberEats delivery.
Their King’s Wings are famous, featuring unique flavors like Sweet Tea, Honey Mustard and Bacon, Thai Peanut and Old Bay, just to name a few of the 20-plus sauce options. The burgers are also popular picks, featuring the Texas Heart Stopper with a ton of toppings and a fried egg atop Texas toast. The Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls and Sliders loaded with bacon, cheese and grilled onions. But those with more sophisticated tastes have a wide array of salads, wraps and starters to choose from, and top entrees like the Asiago-Crusted Filet or the Charleston-Fried Chicken stuffed with crab meat and ham bring people back for seconds.
Coastal Scuba
Coastal Scuba’s 3,500 square foot retail facility offers you the opportunity to hold, feel, and compare different styles and brands of scuba gear. From BC’s to tanks, to spear guns and everything in between, they have the largest selection of dive gear in the Myrtle Beach area.
They are a PADI certified dive training facility. They offer training for the beginner or the advanced diver. The staff at Coastal Scuba are all experienced divers themselves. In most cases, they’ve worked around the world, in a variety of conditions, and with the single goal of serving you. Their dedication to customer service is a key differentiator.
They also offer a wide selection of charter options, from private vessels to open boats. Dive sites range from shallow 1/2 day excursions to gulf stream overnight adventures. Local sites include Civil War and WWII wrecks along with manmade dive reefs.
Their Main Office in North Myrtle Beach is open, and they are available by phone as usual at 843-361-3323. As a proactive local company, they take your safety seriously. Their vessels and equipment are sanitized after every trip. Additionally, everyone boarding the vessel will be required to sanitize their hands and they keep ample supplies onboard and available to everyone. Their trips are small group events, and are a perfect way to get you out on the water and away from the large crowds.
Tidewater Golf Club
Tidewater Golf Club offers the perfect combination of natural beauty and challenging play. Seamlessly marrying the game to its surroundings, architect Ken Tomlinson evokes the style and majesty of some of the game’s greatest venues and delivers an experience that puts this course on the must-play list of many Grand Strand golfers.
With its classic yet contemporary design, Tidewater presents players with thrilling risk/reward opportunities that require both low and high handicappers to put their shot-making skills to the test. Regardless of your grade, you’ll enjoy a one-of-a-kind golf experience at Tidewater.
They just only proved that they deserved to be the most awarded of all South Carolina and North Myrtle Beach Golf courses.
The Tidewater community sits high atop a peninsula overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. A magnificent saltwater marsh and ocean inlet adjoin the course on the east while the Intracoastal Waterway flanks several holes on the north and west. Adding to the visual variety, thick stands of hardwoods conjure memories of New England’s finest clubs.
Hawaiian Rumble – Miniature Golf
Rated the #1 Mini Golf course in the world, Hawaiian Rumble – Miniature Golf is centered around a tropical Hawaiian Garden with a massive 40-foot Volcano in the middle with the relaxing melodies from the best Hawaiian musicians.
This Miniature Golf Hawaiian Style is for family fun, date nights, or personal events. This North Myrtle Beach putt-putt track is considered hallowed grounds in the world of par 2’s.
With a few eruptions every house, the active 40-foot volcano is the main attraction here, and the course design adheres to a classic mini golf layout that lacks unnecessary obstacles like windmills and clown noses.
Several trained parrots greet players at the entrance, and waterfalls and Jimmy Buffet tunes fill the air with the tropical vibes you’d expect at a place called Hawaiian Rumble. If you are in Myrtle Beach for a vacation and fun, be sure to stop into Hawaiian Rumble.
Go Ape Zip Line & Treetop Adventure
A 2-3 hour outdoor obstacle course through the forest canopy with zip lines for adults and they also offer a course for the juniors.
Carolina Shores Golf & Country Club
Carolina Shores Golf & Country Club was designed by Tom Jackson and opened in 1974. The golf course offers a traditional layout that challenges golfers of all skill levels. Tree-lined fairways guide golfers through a beautiful natural landscape with strategically placed water hazards.
The course favors finesse over physical strength. Stay, learn and play programs are available for their guests.
Three-day programs can include daily instruction, rounds of golf each day, club fitting, lodging and breakfast.
Carolina Shores Golf & Country Club is located in Carolina Shores, North Carolina adjacent to Calabash. The club is only 30 minutes from downtown Myrtle Beach and is part of the Grand Strand golf community. The public is always welcomed to play at Carolina Shores Golf & Country Club.
Their staff works hard each day to provide southern hospitality to every player who chooses to spend their time with them.
Pine Lakes Country Club
Pine Lakes Country Club was originally built upon natural dunes less than a half mile from the ocean and featured numerous freshwater lakes and rolling fairways.
Designed by architect Robert White, the first president of the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA) of America and a co-founder of the American Society of Golf Course Architects, Pine Lakes has surpassed its initial glory after a complete restoration.
They have been a famed Myrtle Beach tradition for golfers since 1927. Nicknamed “The Granddaddy,” the landmark lovely Southern clubhouse, combined with the Scottish theme and elegant beauty of the rolling fairways and freshwater lakes make this golf course worth a visit year after year.
Players can book tee times at all Founders Collection courses in a single transaction to save both time and money. Visit Pine Lakes Country Club on your next golf vacation to experience a rich piece of history while enjoying the modern luxuries of a recent multimillion-dollar renovation.
Mayday Golf
Mayday Golf is a family-friendly mini golf filled with island adventure.
Imagine this: You and a group of friends have chartered a plane for a glorious golfing vacation in the tropics. Halfway through the flight, engine trouble! You’re going to crash! “Mayday! Mayday! We’re going in!” Captain Sparks radios. With every bit of strength and skill he has, Captain Sparks lands his chartered plane on an island, coming to rest at the top of a rocky mountain. A mini-golf attraction based on the premise of imminent disaster.
Their miniature golf courses are challenging, yet fun at the same time. They assure that your family hasn’t enjoyed an adventure golf course quite like Mayday Golf along the Grand Strand.
Mayday Golf also offers birthday party packages which include golf and an Icee for each player. “Happy Mayday Birthday” trophies or t-shirts can be added for an additional cost. Don’t forget to stop by the Mayday Golf Snack Shack for frosty ice cream treats, frozen tropical drinks, and icy bottled water. This miniature golf course is stroller-friendly and offers competitive prices.
The Pearl Golf Course
The Pearl Golf Course is considered as the ”Gem of the Carolinas” in the world of golf.
Dan Maples masterfully designed The Pearl golf course in 1987, framing the course with the natural beauty of the woods and marshes of the Calabash River. Their course challenges golfers at all skill levels while showcasing the spectacular 900-acre marsh surroundings.
The Pearl Golf Course is open to the public year-round and offers seasonal specials as well as golf packages for vacationers. Magic abounds in every corner of it. The Pearl is all about nature, joy, beauty and love. It exhibits fast rolling greens, finely manicured fairways and courses cut through the southern North Carolina forest and border the coastal marshland and Calabash River. This dramatic property has been enhanced with an array of gardens and water features that add to the difficulty and splendor of each hole.
Sharpen your skills with a session on the driving range or lessons from their golf pro. They also have a pro shop where you can find all the equipment you need.
Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf
From the first tee to the last, Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf is a course that will earn your respect and admiration. A fairly introduction on holes one through four makes for a gracious warm-up to what have been referred to as some of the toughest finishing holes in Myrtle Beach golf.
This beautiful facility is located on 270 pristine acres at the North end of the Grand Strand. Blessed with a unique topography and large mature trees, the course wanders down to the intercoastal waterway with scenic landscapes to distract you at every turn.
This 6900-yard Clyde Johnston design is owned and managed by the same group that developed the fabled Heather Glen links and the service you have grown to expect from this organization is evident the moment you drive up to the clubhouse.
Locally, statewide or across both Carolinas, Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links has received top honors from publications such as Golf Magazine, Zagat’s and GolfStyles.
Beachwood Golf Club
Beachwood Golf Club is a public 18-hole golf course located off of U.S. 17 in the heart of North Myrtle Beach. Within walking distance of the Atlantic Ocean, they are conveniently located next to many popular hotels and restaurants in Cherry Grove Beach, Crescent Beach and Atlantic Beach.
Designed with care to preserve the natural beauty of the surrounding coastal area, their par 72 course features Bermuda grass fairways and greens and offers five sets of tees measuring from 4,836 yards to 6,691 yards.
Opened in 1968 and designed by renowned golf course architect Gene Hamm, Beachwood offers a highly playable layout for golfers of all skill levels and was recently named “The Most Player-Friendly Golf Course in Myrtle Beach”.
Beachwood provides four sets of tees for golfers of all skill levels, as well as a full public practice facility with two putting and chipping greens and a practice bunker to sharpen your skills the night before play.
The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum
Myrtle Beach’s only art museum, The Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum, offers exhibitions featuring paintings, textiles, sculpture, photography, video, ceramics, assemblage, collage and more.
A visit to the Art Museum’s exhibitions can be enhanced by its lively programming, including artist receptions, tours, lectures, workshops and classes for both adults and children. The Art Museum strives to engage the community and visitors through unique exhibitions and interactive, educational and creative programs for people of all ages.
The Museum Gift Shop features work by local artisans. Docent tours are available for groups of six or more upon request.
The Art Museum also hosts several Free Family Days, celebrating events like Dia de los Muertos and Chinese New Year, annually, along with several annual fundraisers, lectures, events and much more.
Meadowlands Golf Course
Meadowlands Golf Course offers golfers a collection of interesting holes including solid par 3’s and a couple of par 5’s reachable in two, and five sets of tees to best fit your skill level. For the big hitters, it spans over 7,000 yards but ratchets down to a manageable 5,000 yards for forward tee players.
Surrounded by old-growth forests and pristine lakes, this farmland was converted to a top-notch golf course without losing its down-home appeal. The scenic vistas are worth a sight-seeing visit, but you will want to bring your clubs.
Named one of the “Top Ten Best New Courses” by North Carolina Magazine when it opened, Meadowlands Golf Club also earned a spot on Golf For Women’s Top 100 Women-Friendly Courses. This world-class golf course was designed by Willard Byrd and David Johnson. It is located less than one mile from its sister course, Farmstead Golf Links.
At Meadowlands Golf Club and Farmstead Golf Links they encourage a standard of dress commensurate with the tradition and heritage of the game. No cut-offs, gym shorts, bathing suits, jeans (any color), tank tops, collarless shirts for men or very short skirts for women, please. Appropriate golf shoes are required. Only non-metal spikes are acceptable.
Meadowlands Golf Club and Farmstead Golf Links are licensed by the State of North Carolina to sell alcohol to customers for consumption on site. Personal coolers are prohibited on both golf courses. Small coolers are available with alcohol purchase.
Pete Dye Golf Course
Pete Dye Golf Course has a visually stunning design that is filled with the infamous pitfalls for wayward shots that have become synonymous with the Dye name. Both beautiful and treacherous, the Dye Course is an experience you won’t soon forget.
Famous architect Pete Dye maintains his reputation of building both memorable and challenging courses with the Dye Course at Barefoot Resort. The Dye Course is the longest, and toughest, of the four Barefoot golf courses at 7,343 yards. Pete Dye incorporated some of his signature techniques into the design. He has a unique way of utilizing native grasses and throughout the course you’ll find his trademark pitfalls that swallow errant shots.
The semi-private facility in North Myrtle Beach is set amidst the backdrop of the exclusive Barefoot Resort and surrounded by The Dye Estates, a private, gated community.
Litchfield Country Club
Litchfield Country Club is one of the original eight courses built on the Grand Strand. Over the years, the course has evolved, and changes have been made but for the most part, Litchfield Country Club has maintained many of its original features, including player-friendly green complexes.
For obvious reasons associated with the lack of length, the course has been highly regarded by women and seniors. However, a country club environment without the country club price has made it attractive to everyone.
Willard Byrd’s original design, one applicable to the well-rounded, won’t beat up most players. It also isn’t crafted toward the big hitters, measuring at less than 6,700 yards from the back tees.
Litchfield’s natural Lowcountry beauty has attracted golfers from around the globe. Set amongst towering oak and pine trees, the course is regarded by many as a shot-maker’s course, with several doglegs that require well-placed tee shots in order to have the best angle into some well-protected greens.
Charleston Adventures
Charleston Tours & Events is the one-stop solution for the top-rated Charleston experiences through harbor cruises, historic tours, day trips and more.
Charleston Adventures makes it convenient for those who would like to check out the historic city of Charleston without the hassle of planning out the details. They will pick you up from a convenient meeting spot in Myrtle Beach, and they provide transportation as well as a sight-seeing agenda for you to enjoy.
Enjoy this Charleston history tour package from Dillard’s at Coastal Grand Mall. Take a scenic journey to one of America’s greatest historical treasures – Charleston, South Carolina, for a day of sightseeing, shopping, and dining.
You’ll begin the scenic two-hour trip to Charleston on their comfortable, air-conditioned motor coach. Once in Charleston, your all-day itinerary includes: Palmetto Carriage Works Tour, Charleston Harbor Tours, and Boone Hall Plantation Tour
Crazy Sister Marina
Crazy Sister Marina offers public and private fishing charters, as well as fun-filled water activities such as dolphin watching, private sunset tours, and parasailing.
They also offer various rentals including skiffs, pontoons, kayaks, paddle boards, and jet skis. Crazy Sister Marina takes great pride in giving you fun adventures to create life-long memories with friends or family.
They offer a variety of fishing trips and water activities for people of all ages. They aim to provide each and every customer with an amazing experience they will never forget.
Harbour View Golf
Harbour View Golf’s driving range is rated one of the top 50 in America.
It has large turf hitting areas as well as the most practice mats on the Grand Strand. Premium conditions and great Wilson range balls ensure each golfer a great experience.
Their great products include an award-winning driving range, 18-hole par 3, and 36 holes of unique putt / putt. Prepare yourself for an unparalleled golfing experience.
Their course is a pleasure for golfers of any skill level to play. Test your accuracy with our fairways, water hazards and sand traps, they have everything you need to challenge you and improve your game. Harbour View Golf has a variety of products that provide fun for the entire family. Best of all, you can enjoy all of them in one great location.
Sea Screamer
Enjoy a relaxing and educational cruise exploring the Intracoastal waterways and learning about the local ecosystems through The Sea Screamer.
It is a 65-foot 1993 Navigator tour boat powered by turbocharged Detroit Diesels, totaling 1500 horsepower. The Sea Screamer holds approximately 141 passengers.
Cruises are 1½ to 2 hours long. The tour encompasses 3 distinct experiences starting with a narrated cruise up the Intracoastal waterway. Then picking up speed and passing several uninhabited islands as well as the jetty heading out into the ocean. The second part of the tour is heading into the ocean to find and view the dolphins and the third part is picking up speed to view the beautiful coastline.
Prestwick Country Club
Prestwick Country Club has the look and feel of a private club but is open to the public. The course was designed by Pete & P.B. Dye and includes some of the most beautifully sculpted holes in the area.
This Par 72 beauty plays over 7000 yards from the Black Tees. They have 6 sets of tees to fit every golfer’s game. Prestwick has been recognized as one of South Carolina’s top golf courses and remains enjoyable with extremely limited non-member play and great year-round course conditioning.
This scenic design features whispering creeks and small lakes serving as natural water hazards on the course, while man-made mounds and staggered bunkering serve as difficult obstacles in reaching the deep bulkhead greens.
You can also stop by their restaurant before or after your round and have something refreshing. They have clinics and lessons available for everyone, no matter your skill level. Individual lessons are available by appointment and can be on the range or on the course. Lessons are tailored to suit your needs.
Valley at Eastport Golf Club
Eastport Golf Club guarantees to provide its golfers with a challenging and delightful experience regardless of personal skill levels or the time of year a tee time was booked.
Located along the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway off Highway 17 between North Myrtle Beach and Little River, SC, The Valley at Eastport is a perfect first stop on any Grand Strand golf getaway. They offer their guests a warm and friendly atmosphere and a memorable round of golf.
Eastport Golf Club first began offering tee times in 1988 and was designed by Dennis Griffiths, a member of the American Society of Golf Course Architects. The course design is not a typical beach layout but a finesse course. The lush tree-lined fairways and cleverly contoured mini-Verde Bermuda greens will test any level of golfer. Each hole presents a new look and demands skillful shot-making around the meticulously manicured greens.
Colonial Charters Golf Club
Colonial Charters Golf & Country Club features a number of memorable holes defined by mature hardwoods and strategically placed water hazards. The 6,427 yard layout features two iconic green-side waterfalls and the tree-lined fairways reward golfers that are accurate off the tee. Water hazards are abundant and require golfers to work the ball as they navigate the holes from fairway to green.
Known to be a beginner-friendly course, this course is ideal for the golfer who’s looking to enjoy a great game with friends and family without the pressure of unforgiving bunkers and mile long fairways. Colonial Charters has been described by its loyal golf followers as easy, laid back, simple and local-friendly.
It was designed by Rick Robbins and offers 18 holes of breathtaking golf.
Their 19th hole options include a comfortable clubhouse where you can sip a cold beverage and enjoy great food at the Charter Pub. On-site amenities also include locker rooms with showers. Colonial Charters’ courteous professional staff is dedicated to ensuring your stay at their golf course offers an exceptional experience.
Eagle Nest Golf Club
Eagle Nest Golf Club provides all the beauty you would expect at a South Carolina resort course. Gently rolling terrain. Tall pines lining the fairways. Cypress trees growing in ponds; willow trees gracing their banks. But the real beauty lies in the way architect Gene Hamm set up the course.
With the construction of two new sets of tees, it makes Eagle Nest the longest golf course in South Carolina at 8,000 yards, and one of the shortest at 3800 yards makes this gem the most playable course in the Carolina’s.
At Eagle Nest Golf Club, you will encounter a friendly staff, well-stocked pro shop and full-service snack bar.
Eagle Nest Golf Club is the ideal Myrtle Beach golf course for everyone to include on their memorable Myrtle Beach golf vacation. Great golf, scenery, the beach, shopping, dining and much, much more await your arrival on your next Myrtle Beach golf trip.
Aberdeen Country Club
Aberdeen Country Club may be located off the beaten path in the rural area of Longs, S.C., but this North Myrtle Beach golf course is renowned to be one of the country’s best, ranked 4 stars in Golf Digest’s “Places to Play 2006” and the only recipient in the Carolinas of Golf Digest’s prestigious medallions for both value and service in 1998.
Treat yourself to the serenity and feel of the old Scottish golfing tradition on Aberdeen Country Club Golf Course’s 27-hole links-style course. The course is modeled after the Royal Aberdeen Golf Club, Scotland’s sixth oldest golf course.
Aberdeen’s award-winning 27-hole layout, designed by Tom Jackson, delivers a Scottish flair. Each course – the Highlands (3,405 yards), Meadows (3,306 yards) and Woodlands (3,445 yards) – is paired with natural surroundings in its scenic, towering hardwoods, the Waccamaw River, along with the course’s lush new Tif-Eagle Bermuda greens.
Barefoot Resort & Golf
Barefoot Resort and Golf, located in the heart of the Lowcountry of North Myrtle Beach, SC, was built to provide a distinguished golf vacation unlike any other golf resort on the East Coast. Proclaimed as one of the most renowned South Carolina golf resorts, Barefoot Golf Resort Myrtle Beach is in the heart of the “Grand Strand” and Myrtle Beach golf.
Their venue was designed by golf’s most inspired architects; Greg Norman, Davis Love III, Tom Fazio and Pete Dye. Each one fulfilled their goal in creating distinctive, visually striking and fun to play courses.
Barefoot Golf Vacations is the “official” on-site golf package company of “The Barefoot Experience” Golf Package. They are known for some of the best all-inclusive golf packages Myrtle beach has to offer. With access to over 90 area golf courses, Myrtle Beach offers all types of golf packages including the Barefoot Resort Golf Packages.
Dunes Golf and Beach Club
The scenic beauty of the oceanfront property of Dunes Golf and Beach Club, along with their attentive staff and world-renowned Robert Trent Jones golf course, provides a haven for members and their guests to enjoy being part of such an exceptional community. They pride themselves in offering amenities to suit all ages and lifestyles and they cordially invite you to explore all that the Dunes Club has to offer.
The Club has played host to many PGA Tours, USGA Championships, women’s, amateur, national, collegiate, and state events.
With Lowcountry terrain that varies from the oceanfront, salt marshes, tidal creeks and maritime forests, Dunes Golf and Beach Club is also known as the most scenic course in Myrtle Beach. Complete practice facilities, Southern hospitality and other amenities are among the extras that set this course apart from the rest.
They are also pleased to offer a state-of-the-art tennis facility with nationally ranked tennis professionals, private pool and beach access, an award-winning culinary team, a spectacular oceanfront wedding venue, and an active social calendar for both adults and children.
River Hills Golf & Country Club
River Hills Golf & Country Club offers one of the most unique and reasonably priced golf experiences on the Grand Strand. Its natural beauty, southern charm, excellent course conditions, friendly customer service, and overall value have put River Hills on the map of “must play” golf courses.
Designed by Tom Jackson, the golf course offers beautiful 18-holes with fairways that wander through a scenic, heavily wooded terrain. River Hill’s rolling hills, unusual for a coastal course, are this layout’s signature.
River Hills is a nice addition to any Myrtle Beach golf package. There are no parallel holes, creating the sense that you are alone on the course, and the layout and conditioning are always very good. The property has elevation changes that are unusual for a golf course, adding to its appeal to visit on a Myrtle Beach golf vacation.
A four-star layout, according to Golf Digest, River Hills is the type of firm but fair challenge that enhances any Myrtle Beach golf trip.
Surf Golf & Beach Club
Surf Golf & Beach Club is dedicated to providing the highest level of service, satisfaction and professionalism to each and every member of their club and their guests. Their staff is composed of individuals who are experts in their field and are well versed in the operations of an exclusive residential golf community.
Surf Club is Myrtle Beach’s third oldest golf course and one of its best. Public tee times are limited but outside guests will be treated like members and the golf is outstanding.
The Surf Golf and Beach Club opened in 1960 and is designed by George Cobb. This parkland style course meanders over 200 acres and has a varied terrain. No two holes are alike – aside from the hardwood trees.
The course is a testament to the enduring nature of good architecture. The design and shape of each hole, in addition to the greens, are individually unique, making Surf Club an enjoyable round of golf.
Getaway Adventures
Getaway Adventures, with the leadership and knowledge of Captain Michelle Drake, takes pride in every aspect of the day-to-day operations, customer relations, reservations and most importantly making sure you and your family consider your trip aboard the Getaway the most memorable part of your vacation.
They offer Dolphin tours, sightseeing and excursions to Bird Island and Waites Island, as well as private cruises, memorial services, birthdays and more. Look for dolphins playing in their natural habitat, reluctant sea turtles, beautiful birds and other wildlife that frequent the uninhabited and pristine areas of the Carolina coast.
Private charters are offered year-round with advance notice.
The picnic lunch cruise is 10 a.m.-1 p.m., afternoon sightseeing is 2-5 p.m. and times vary for sunset cruises. Complimentary drinks provided on all cruises.
Arrowhead Country Club
Arrowhead Country Club in Myrtle Beach is an award-winning, meticulously crafted 27-holes in the golf capital of the world.
With a canvas of Bermuda Fairways and MiniVerde Bermuda Greens, the team of Ray Floyd and Tom Jackson have created a 27-hole masterpiece along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway.
Arrowhead features three unique 9-hole tracks: The Waterway, The Cypress and The Lakes, each one with a feel all of its own. Arrowhead’s most notable holes are nestled along the Intracoastal Waterway. The par-4, 387-yard 5th on Waterway embodies its course’s name, as water runs the length of the hole’s left side. The par-4, 355-yard 4th hole on Cypress features a creek fed by the Intracoastal that dissects the hole both in front of the tee box, and in front of a green protected by multiple bunkers.
Arrowhead is widely-acclaimed for its consistently great conditions, reasonable greens fees, free range balls, and staggered, all-day tee times. The friendly staff is willing to do what it takes to make your golfing experience memorable.
Children’s Museum of South Carolina
The Children’s Museum of South Carolina (CMSC) was started by Myrtle Beach community volunteers as the first children’s museum in South Carolina. In 2017, the museum merged with EdVenture, and in February 2019 they proudly opened their new location at Market Commons. The new, one-of-a-kind educational experience is tailored towards introducing children to the thrilling fields of aviation and astronomy. Located in the Market Common, this 3,000 square foot museum space is the smallest in the EdVenture family, but packs big fun and exciting exhibits into a one-of-a-kind experience.
Myrtle Beach Admission
Members – Free
Children and Adults – $8
Seniors (age 62+) – $7
Military (with ID) – $7
Educator (with ID) – $7
23 Months & Younger – Free
YES, Every Child!
Reduced Admission:
Families who receive SNAP, WIC or Medicaid benefits receive $2 admission per person. (Must present proof of assistance i.e SNAP/Medicaid card or WIC Voucher)
Myrtle Beach
Hours of Operation
Tuesday – Saturday: 10 am– 5 pm
Sunday & Monday: Closed
Azalea Sands Golf Club
Azalea Sands Golf Club is a classic North Myrtle Beach golf course and has the reputation of offering great golf for players of all skill levels.
Designed by golf course architect, Gene Hamm, this is one of the classics on the Myrtle Beach golf scene.
Azalea Sands offers well-guarded Bermuda greens and several water hazards scattered throughout the course. The par threes are challenging, and even low handicap golfers are likely to use every club in their bag while playing a full round at Azalea Sands. While there are certainly higher-end golf courses to schedule in your Myrtle Beach golf packages, Azalea Sands Golf Club offers a good value in a convenient location, especially if you are located in North Myrtle.
Their clubhouse and golf course have been recently renovated. They offer six sets of tee markets on the course. They also have a newly renovated restaurant and bar, offering a full menu of delicious food and tasty drinks.
Myrtle Beach Pelicans
The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are pleased to announce their 2021 schedule.
The 120-game schedule, developed by Major League Baseball, will run from May 4 to September 19. The Pelicans’ home opener is scheduled for Tuesday, May 11 against the Augusta GreenJackets. The team will also host the GreenJackets beginning September 14 in the final home series of 2021.
The season features 20 series split evenly between home and road trips. Each series comprises six games for a total of 60 contests at TicketReturn.Com Field and 60 on the road. Additionally, every series will begin on Tuesday and end on Sunday with each Monday serving as a league-wide off-day.
The summer months continue to encompass the bulk of the Pelicans home schedule with 42 of the 60 contests played in June (14), July (16), and August (12). With only one exception, the Pelicans play at least one game per calendar week in the Grand Strand from June to August. Additionally, holiday home games for the Birds include July 3-4 and Labor Day weekend.
As the Pelicans transition into the new Minor League system they will largely face opponents from within the South Division which includes the Charleston RiverDogs (Tampa Bay Rays), Columbia Fireflies (Kansas City Royals), and Augusta GreenJackets. 2021 travel will be regionalized as an added layer of player safety. For the first time in franchise history, the Pelicans are in a league that includes other teams from South Carolina. New in-state rivals the RiverDogs, Fireflies, and GreenJackets will surely bring an added level of excitement.