All Myrtle Beach area beaches are open. Water quality for beaches throughout the entire Myrtle Beach area is very good.
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Know The FactsAll Myrtle Beach area beaches are open. Water quality for beaches throughout the entire Myrtle Beach area is very good. Water quality testing occurs twice a week during the summer and results are posted on SCDHEC's Beach Access Guide.
Why Have Some South Carolina Beaches Had Such Beautiful Blue Water Lately? Blue Atlantic waters are seen at Myrtle Beach State Park on July 13, 2023. Unseasonably calm waters have allowed sediment to settle, leaving behind a crystal clear ocean along the South Carolina coast.
One fun spot to see in South Carolina with clear water beaches is North Myrtle Beach. This coastal town/beach is packed with fun restaurants, hotels, and experiences in and out of the water. Here, visitors can check out 60 miles of beaches, as well as clear waters to swim, boat, kayak, and fish in.
Blacktip sharks may encounter humans along Myrtle Beach. As these creatures migrate they tend to inhabit shallow waters near beaches. In some instances, blacktip sharks may mistake a human hand or foot for a fish when traveling in cloudy water.
Waters around Myrtle Beach can hold a variety of sea life including harmless cannonball jellyfish and venomous Portuguese man o' wars. Cannonball jellyfish are the most common in South Carolina and are white and round with a brown or purple band.
Our 35,000-plus permanent residents and millions of visitors enjoy the wide beaches, the warm weather and an incredible range of entertainment, nightlife, golf, shopping, dining and live theatre.
As indicated, a double red flag means the water is closed to the public; no swimming is allowed. A single red flag indicates hazardous conditions, such as strong waves or currents. Medium hazards are indicated by a yellow flag, while a green flag shows that conditions are generally good.
Can you walk on the beach at night in Myrtle Beach? Yes, you can walk on the beach at night in Myrtle Beach, however, there is a curfew in effect from midnight to 6am for juveniles under age 18.
*Horry County lifeguards protect the north section of Myrtle Beach State Park from mid May through mid September. *Know how to swim. *Never swim alone. *Never swim at night.