Quick Summary:

  • Question: How much coastline does South Carolina have?
    Answer: South Carolina has 187 miles of natural Atlantic Ocean coastline.
  • Question: What makes South Carolina a popular vacation destination?
    Answer: Its beautiful coastline and major tourist destinations like Myrtle Beach make it a popular family vacation spot.
  • Question: What is Myrtle Beach known for?
    Answer: Myrtle Beach is known worldwide for its 60-mile Grand Strand beach stretch.
  • Question: What seasonal attractions can visitors enjoy in South Carolina?
    Answer: Visitors can enjoy seasonal water park facilities at state recreation centers and nature parks.
  • Question: What unique features do South Carolina water parks offer?
    Answer: Water parks feature high-thrill water slides, giant wave pools, and unique attractions like wave surfing simulators.


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1. Carolina Harbor Waterpark ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Kids & Family
Carolina Harbor Waterpark | South Carolina Waterparks
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2. Discovery Island ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Romantic Islands
Discovery Island | South Carolina Waterparks
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3. Dunes Village Resort

Category: Accommodations
Dunes Village Resort | South Carolina Waterparks
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4. Family Kingdom Amusement Park

Category: Kids & Family
Family Kingdom Amusement Park | South Carolina Waterparks
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5. Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark, Myrtle Beach

Category: Kids & Family
Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark, Myrtle Beach | South Carolina Waterparks
© Crown Reef Beach Resort and Waterpark

6. Great Wolf Lodge Concord

Category: Accommodations
Great Wolf Lodge Concord | South Carolina Waterparks
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7. Myrtle Waves Water Park

Category: Kids & Family
Myrtle Waves Water Park | South Carolina Waterparks
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8. Splash Island Waterpark

Category: Kids & Family
Splash Island Waterpark | South Carolina Waterparks
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9. Waterfall Junction

Category: Activities
Waterfall Junction | South Carolina Waterparks
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10. Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark

Category: Kids & Family
Whirlin' Waters Adventure Waterpark | South Carolina Waterparks
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11. Neptune Island Waterpark, Hartsville

Category: Kids & Family
Neptune Island Waterpark, Hartsville | South Carolina Waterparks
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12. Otter Creek Waterpark, Greenville

Category: Kids & Family
Otter Creek Waterpark, Greenville | South Carolina Waterparks
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13. Richardson’s Lake Water Park, Warrenville

Category: Kids & Family
Richardson’s Lake Water Park, Warrenville | South Carolina Waterparks
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