Surfside Beach South Carolina Map

About Surfside Beach, South Carolina

Surfside Beach is a locality in Horry County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,270. The population density is 835.7 people per km². Surfside Beach is located at 33.6060°N, 78.9731°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 29575.

Surfside Beach unfolds along the South Carolina coastline, a place where the Atlantic's salty breath perpetually kisses the landscape. It lies 7.6 miles south-west of Myrtle Beach, SC (from Myrtle Beach, SC: bearing 221°T), and is situated 5.5 miles south-south-east of Socastee. The terrain here is a gentle, sandy embrace, sloping subtly towards the wide, inviting expanse of the ocean. Dunes, softened by sea oats that dance in the persistent breeze, form a natural, rippling barrier between the developed areas and the vast, shimmering water. The air itself carries a peculiar sweetness, a blend of brine and blooming oleander, particularly potent in the late afternoon when the sun begins its slow descent, painting the sky in hues of rose and gold. The rhythm of Surfside Beach is dictated by the tides and the sun, a comfortable, unhurried cadence that invites a slower pace of life. This stretch of coast has a history rooted in the simple pleasures of seaside living, evolving from a quieter, more secluded retreat into a vibrant vacation destination. The local economy, as one might expect, is deeply intertwined with tourism and the hospitality industry, with beach rentals, seafood restaurants, and amusements lining the main thoroughfares. While no grand universities or famous inventors call Surfside Beach home, its enduring appeal lies in its accessibility and its straightforward charm, drawing families seeking sun-drenched days and the comforting roar of the surf. The Grand Strand, of which Surfside Beach is a part, has long been a popular playground for those from inland, seeking respite and recreation by the sea, a tradition that continues to define the character of Surfside Beach.

About This Surfside Beach Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Surfside Beach, South Carolina — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 33.606003, -78.973089. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Surfside Beach and Horry County.

Detailed location data for Surfside Beach includes the ZIP code (29575), telephone area code (843, 854), county seat of Horry County (Conway), and school district assignment (Horry County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Surfside Beach is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.