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North Myrtle Beach South Carolina Map

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City	North Myrtle Beach
State	South Carolina (SC)
County	Horry County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	33.80247
Longitude	-78.751627
Population	18,790
Density	342.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	29582, 29597, 29598
Area Code	843, 854
County Seat	Conway
School District	Horry County School District

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About North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

North Myrtle Beach is a locality in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of 18,790. The population density is 342.8 people per km². North Myrtle Beach is located at 33.8025°N, 78.7516°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. North Myrtle Beach is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 29582, 29597, 29598.

North Myrtle Beach anchors a stretch of the South Carolina coastline where the Atlantic Ocean exerts a constant, rhythmic pull upon the sandy horizon. It lies 5.5 miles southwest of Little River, SC (from Little River, SC: bearing 224°T), and is situated 8.2 miles southwest of Carolina Shores. The landscape remains defined by its proximity to the tides, with the salt-heavy air softening the edges of the day as evening light turns the water to hammered copper. Inland, the flat terrain carries the quiet influence of the lowcountry, where Nixon Creek winds through the brush two miles away from the primary shoreline. Residents often find solace in the green expanse of McLean Park, an oasis that offers a measured reprieve from the vast, open expanse of the beach. Further out, the thin, undeveloped strip of Waties Island remains a reminder of the wilder, unmanaged edges of the coast that existed before modern development took root.

North Myrtle Beach traces its origins to the consolidation of smaller beach communities that sought to formalize their identity along the Atlantic Ocean. The local economy thrives on the seasonal influx of visitors, shifting the pace of life from the quiet, gray winters to the vibrant, high-energy summers. Retail and tourism serve as the primary engines of industry, supporting a network of businesses that cater to the constant stream of travelers drawn to the surf. While the area lacks the industrial intensity of larger metropolitan centers, it maintains a steady, self-sustaining rhythm rooted in service and hospitality. The legacy of the region is tied to the maritime trade and the gradual transition of the coast from a secluded retreat into a recognizable destination for those seeking the sun.

Cultural life in North Myrtle Beach finds its most authentic expression in the enduring popularity of the shag, a dance that emerged from the local social fabric and became the official state dance of South Carolina. The identity of the area is further shaped by the annual festivals and events that bring the public together in shared spaces like McLean Park, fostering a sense of continuity across generations. While the coastline draws many, the quiet influence of the sea remains the constant companion to all who live here, shaping the way people move through their days. Notable figures like the singer Vanna White have roots in the broader region, bringing a degree of national recognition to the local character. Landmarks are defined more by the natural reach of the dunes and the shifting tides than by grand monuments, ensuring that the environment remains the true center of the local experience.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Yow Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 109° E
Lewis Ocean Bay Heritage Preserve / Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.8 mi, 280° W
Extreme Laser Tag Center (Attraction) — 2.8 mi, 234° SW
North Myrtle Beach Park And Sports Complex (Local Park) — 3.3 mi, 041° NE
The Carolina Opry (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 230° SW
Pirates Voyage (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 231° SW
Ocean Park (Local Recreation) — 4.6 mi, 076° E
Waccamaw River Heritage Preserve / Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.1 mi, 008° N
Franklin Carroll Taylor, Jr. (Monument) — 6.5 mi, 223° SW
Carolina Forest Site 2 (Local Recreation) — 6.7 mi, 239° SW
Russell Burgess Coastal Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 7.1 mi, 070° E
Waccamaw River Heritage Preserve (State Resource Management Area) — 7.3 mi, 014° N
Childrens Museum of South Carolina (Museum) — 9.6 mi, 226° SW
Grand Prix Pro (Attraction) — 9.8 mi, 234° SW
Justin W. Plyler Boardwalk Park (Monument) — 10.5 mi, 224° SW
Ripley's Movie Theater (Cinema) — 10.5 mi, 224° SW
Bird Island Coastal Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 12.0 mi, 068° E
Warbird Park (Monument) — 14.1 mi, 226° SW
Myrtle Beach State Park (State Park) — 14.1 mi, 224° SW
Stage Left Theatre Company (Theatre) — 14.2 mi, 229° SW
Seacoast Local Art Gallery (Gallery) — 14.2 mi, 230° SW
Old Bridge Museum (Museum) — 14.8 mi, 068° E
Chauncey Statue (Public Artwork) — 15.1 mi, 268° W
Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.7 mi, 268° W · 35k acres
Ingram Planetarium (Museum) — 16.2 mi, 066° NE
Theatre of the Republic (Theatre) — 17.1 mi, 278° W
Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge.Wilderness Study Area (Wilderness Study Area) — 23.9 mi, 244° SW · 4,495 acres
The County Farm Museum (Museum) — 27.2 mi, 332° NW
Campbell Center for American Sculpture (Museum) — 27.4 mi, 225° SW
Lowcountry Zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 27.4 mi, 225° SW

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