Quick Summary:

  • Myrtle Beach is a must-visit beach spot in the United States.
  • Home to many hotels, restaurants, gorgeous sands, warm waters, tropical weather, and lots of fun and unique attractions like the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Myrtle Beach Skywheel, this is an incredible place to visit for a weekend or longer.
  • When it comes to spending time on the sand, there are certain beaches in the Myrtle Beach area that are better than others for various reasons.


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1. Myrtle Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Myrtle Beach | Beaches in Myrtle Beach, SC
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2. Litchfield Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Litchfield Beach | Beaches in Myrtle Beach, SC
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3. Myrtle Beach State Park

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Myrtle Beach State Park | Beaches in Myrtle Beach, SC
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4. Garden City Beach

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Garden City Beach | Beaches in Myrtle Beach, SC
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5. Huntington Beach State Park

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Huntington Beach State Park | Beaches in Myrtle Beach, SC
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6. Cherry Grove Beach

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Cherry Grove Beach | Beaches in Myrtle Beach, SC
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