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Best Beaches in South Carolina

From the 60-mile Grand Strand at Myrtle Beach to the world-class resort shores of Hilton Head β€” 5 incredible beaches along South Carolina's warm Atlantic coast.

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All 5 Beaches in South Carolina

Myrtle Beach South Carolina

Myrtle Beach

60-mile Grand Strand with SkyWheel, Broadway at the Beach, and one of America's most visited coastal resort destinations.

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Hilton Head Island Beach

Hilton Head Island Beach

World-class resort island with 12 miles of pristine beach, Sea Pines Resort, Harbour Town lighthouse, and 23 championship golf courses.

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Folly Beach South Carolina

Folly Beach

Charleston's beach β€” a 6-mile barrier island known for consistent surf, a bohemian pier-town vibe, and proximity to Civil War Fort Sumter.

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Isle of Palms Beach South Carolina

Isle of Palms Beach

Upscale barrier island north of Charleston with Wild Dunes Resort, a broad sandy beach, and nesting loggerhead sea turtles.

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Surfside Beach South Carolina

Surfside Beach

The "Family Beach" of South Carolina β€” a quiet, walkable community on the southern end of the Grand Strand, ideal for families seeking a slower pace.

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Beach Comparison

BeachLocationWaterBest For
Myrtle BeachGrand StrandModerateπŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family, πŸ„ Surfing
Hilton Head Island BeachHilton Head IslandGoodπŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family, 🧘 Quiet
Folly BeachGreater CharlestonModerateπŸ„ Surfing, πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family
Isle of Palms BeachGreater CharlestonGoodπŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family, 🧘 Quiet
Surfside BeachGrand StrandModerateπŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family, 🧘 Quiet

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