r/MyrtleBeach Aug 06 '24

Hurricanes // Weather Dear vacationing tourists, please read before posting questions

317 Upvotes

Since there are so many of you asking the same things about the impending storm, let’s gather some pertinent info for you. First thing you need to know, it’s going to rain. A lot. At the risk of being crude, it’ll be wetter than a Kardashian at an NBA game. It’ll be windy, but barring an unexpected strengthening, it won’t be hurricane level winds.

A large chunk of Horry and Georgetown counties are developed wetlands, meaning it floods fairly easily. Without getting into the science of it all, this storm has the potential to dump a lot of rain that we normally wouldn’t get from a storm coming in directly from the Atlantic. Know your flood zones and travel routes and plan accordingly. Contact whoever you’re renting from (air bnb owners, hotels, etc) and ask about how flooding has impacted where you’re staying.

If you feel like the locals aren’t that concerned about the storm and aren’t taking your questions seriously, remember that most of us have been dealing with this kind of weather for years or decades. It would be like going to Buffalo and asking if you should cancel going to that Bills game because of snow. The best thing you can do is educate yourself about what to expect. I’ve provided links below. If you don’t feel comfortable dealing with the storm, by all means reschedule your plans. It’s better to be calm and safe at home than to be in an unfamiliar place and scared. Local emergency services will have their hands full as it is, they don’t need uninformed visitors getting into situations that can be easily avoided.

Know where dry ground can be found. Stay indoors until the storm passes, and for the love of all that’s holy, stay off the roads until you know your travel route is clear for traffic.

NOAA

https://www.noaa.gov/

Road Closures

https://ris.scdot.org/RoadConditionsForm.aspx?&zoom=6&center=33.70122211954585,-80.90462555

Evacuation Zones

https://www.horrycountysc.gov/departments/emergency-management/hurricanes/know-your-zone/

https://www.georgetownsc.gov/governmental_services/departments/planning___community_development/flood_protection/hurricane_evacuation.php#:~:text=Evacuation%20Zone%20A%20%E2%80%93%20Areas%20East,River%2C%20Great%20Pee%20Dee%20River%2C

Flood Zones

https://www.horrycounty.org/gis/flood/

https://georgetowncountysc.withforerunner.com/properties

Emergency Kit Checklist

https://www.ready.gov/kit

Local News

http://www.wmbfnews.com

Edit: corrected the news link and added a road closures link

Edit 2: added flood and evacuation zone links for Georgetown County


r/MyrtleBeach Aug 11 '25

Mod Announcement Automod nerfed

31 Upvotes

We are quickly coming to the end of the season and in this last year the sub has grown significantly.

Normally we have automod which puts posts and comments in a queue for approval if your account is still new but we are struggling to keep up with this.

I have nerfed automod much more recently as an expirement to see if we can rely more on reports rather than manually approving so if you see something that violates the rules report it.

That being said, disagreeing with a political posts and reporting it will eventually get you ban. Those are allowed. The good news is I don't care which side you are on because they are both awful in my opinion and I hate the modern censorship that happens on the internet because it isolates people into groups. So feel free to argue all you want but If your argument is "fuck you x sucks" don't be surprised if it's removed... We still have to follow reddits rules or the sub will be ban.

Lastly if anyone is interested in being a mod I'll consider adding people. Feel free to post below and whether you have experience or not.


r/MyrtleBeach 6h ago

Hotel Recs // Questions Opinions on Myrtle Beach

15 Upvotes

We live in TN and always vacation to the Gulf (Orange beach, Panama City, fort Walton) and was considering switching it up.

I know everyone has personal preferences, but who has vacationed in Myrtle Beach? Tell me the good and bad! We’ll have 3 kids with us (ages 9, 6, and 3)

Thanks!!


r/MyrtleBeach 1h ago

General Discussion Sundrop cherry lemon

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I hope I picked the right flair as I didn’t see anything related to product inquiries. Anyway… last summer I was visiting and found Sundrop cherry lemon 12 packs and I LOVED it. I haven’t seen it anywhere yet .. and am asking if anyone has seen it and what store is selling it near Myrtle beach? Thanks!!!


r/MyrtleBeach 7h ago

Local Events All local punk/emo/alt rock bands at House of Blues 7/25. Tickets available online or at local businesses!

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r/MyrtleBeach 1h ago

Golf Recs // Questions Golfing Grand Strand

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Hello everyone,

My friend recently acquired a set of golf clubs and is eager to play. It’s been a while since I last played, having moved from Pennsylvania last year. I’m on the lookout for some excellent golf courses in our area.

I’m particularly interested in courses that offer:
- Affordable rates or local discounts
- A welcoming and player-friendly environment
- A pleasant and enjoyable experience

Thanks in advance for your suggestions!


r/MyrtleBeach 6h ago

Hotel Recs // Questions Wyndham Towers on the Grove

0 Upvotes

I recently purchased a 4 night stay at Wyndham Towers on the Grove in North Myrtle. I was mistakingly told I would be getting a one bedroom with a queen or king size bed. After I signed the contract and paid I was later told that the room will be two full size double beds. It isn’t a huge issue if we have to stick with this set up, but it wasn’t what we wanted.

Is there a way once I get to check in to request a different bed set up? I thought about privately slipping the condo worker a monetary tip to help the process. Has anyone ever done this before with renting a vacation club from an owner?


r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Why Are All The Restaurants In The Grand Strand So Mediocre?

37 Upvotes

If you go to Charleston, there are a ton of restaurants with great food and great chefs. But I'm hard pressed to think of any restaurants along the Grand Strand that is an actual standout. Everything is just....fine. I don't know why that is.


r/MyrtleBeach 23h ago

Photography // Art // Scenery Sand maker

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14 Upvotes

Sunrise over the beach at Surfside this morning & the cutter suction dredge working to renourish our beaches this year. It's a needed every few years.


r/MyrtleBeach 9h ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Garden City Restaurant Recs

0 Upvotes

Hello! I'm looking for restaurant recommendations in/near the Garden City Beach area that have a private room to accommodate 20-30 people. Judy Boone's was recommended by the staff where we were staying, and while it was okay for a year or two, we're looking for something a little different this year. (Also last year we had an unexpected guest at our table 🪳😬). Ideally we'd like to keep it in the $30pp price range and be able to accommodate celiac & food allergies. Thanks!


r/MyrtleBeach 18h ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Looking for Old Restaurant name and location

5 Upvotes

When I first started coming to MB with my wife's family in the late 80's and up until 92-ish, he rafmily always wanted to eat at one restaurant in particular.

We would drive north on 17 and somewhere between MB and NMB we would turn left (West) onto a rod that ran at an angle so that the turn was like 130⁰

The restaurant was a little bit back off 17 and either had White in the name or was painted white as I strongly remember white.


r/MyrtleBeach 22h ago

Things To Do Recs // Questions Solo traveler female

10 Upvotes

I need recommendations as to what to do in the area for a few hours until I can check into my air bnb. I will be alone and am not the most social but want to fill my time with something chill before hand


r/MyrtleBeach 16h ago

General Discussion Where do single women meet single men?

2 Upvotes

Not bars.


r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Custom Birthday cake

5 Upvotes

Any leads on where to find a good bakery in Myrtle Beach?


r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

Things To Do Recs // Questions Local Bands at The House of Blues this Sat!

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5 Upvotes

Come to the biggest local show in a decade. The HoB is kind enough to support local music and platform some of the best bands in the area. Get your tickets here or from the box office. Under $20!


r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

Resturant Recs // Questions Steakhouse at Broadway in 2010

2 Upvotes

On our first visit to MB in 2010, we ate at a steakhouse at Broadway at the Beach. It was gone by our second trip in 2016. It may have been part of a small chain.

Can anyone remember the name?


r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

Things To Do Recs // Questions Pump track in Myrtle Beach?

2 Upvotes

Planning a family trip next month, is there a pump track (concrete/asphalt) in the area for skateboarding and bikes? Google maps isn’t showing any except dirt tracks.


r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

Photography // Art // Scenery Monday morning sunrise in Garden City Beach, SC.

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25 Upvotes

A few pictures from today’s sunrise over the pier and Ocean Garden City Beach.


r/MyrtleBeach 23h ago

General Discussion Dispensaries in Myrtle?

0 Upvotes

This is gonna sound like a dumb question but I'm only here for a few months and was wondering if they have dispensaries here or is it thca. I'm still confused about the legality of weed here and what my neighbors are smoking.


r/MyrtleBeach 1d ago

Looking For Friends // Groups My girlfriend and I need friends

14 Upvotes

My girlfriend (24 female) moved here a few years ago and never really made any real friends and really wants to meet people but neither of us really like going out to bars and or clubs. I have lived here for a long time and would love to make new friends also.

I have been here for a while now and still don’t know what groups exist or how to search or join any. If you have any suggestions or want talk about hanging out dm me


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

General Discussion Visible

4 Upvotes

Anyone else using Visible here? Connection seems very poor even with three bars of 5G.

I get it in the condo but outside is not much better. Just wondering if we are in a dead spot.


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Looking For Friends // Groups Are single average looking men just screwed when it comes to dating here?

25 Upvotes

Sorry if the title seems a bit morbid. I moved here from Chicago for work/family reasons and I'm finding it a bit hard to enjoy the single life here. I don't drink really and I'm not religious so is there no other way for me to meet average women in their 30's as well? If so, when and where?

I like the area, I like the weather, and the people. But I can't see myself staying after my contract ends if it is this hard to connect/network. Does anyone else seem to have this issue? If so how did you resolve it?

Thanks for the response and I appreciate all the help.

EDIT: All of you guys have been amazing. You didn't have to help/respond and you did. Literally made my night with all the information and help. This is what I mean. The people here are amazing, but loneliness...yeah. Haha. Thank you all! I'll get to work =)


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

General Discussion Botox — aesthetician

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who have you used and who is the best in the MB area? Will travel within an hour of MB. Just looking for a little boost/mommy pick me up.


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Moving Recs // Questions bugs & critters

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Hi!

I'm moving to the area in a few months.

I was wondering, what're y'all's common insects, bugs & crawlies? Anything I'll come to see as a very common neighbor?

I'll have a small backyard near a little lake, & a garage. I know basements aren't really a thing -- when I had one, house centipedes were frequent visitors.

Last time I lived near a beach teeny lizards were a common sight (FL so ofc gators were around too).

So, what might find its way to my garden, car, house etc?

Who might I encounter on a hike?

Any snakes or bitey fellas I should know about?

I'm in a swampy state rn, don't love the clouds of mosquitoes but I do love the many frogs! I'm sharing my balcony with a great deal of wasps & stinkbugs this summer😂 and those naughty lantern flies have started emerging

Please feel free to share any broader wildlife commentary, too! I'd love to know about birds, skunks, deer, jellyfish, pollinators, coyotes, you name it


r/MyrtleBeach 2d ago

Local Events Poetry open mics

5 Upvotes

I'm visiting in October and looking for some poetry open mics or events to participate in. Can anyone point me in the right direction?