Disability Accessible Attractions Myrtle Beach

Introduction

Have you looked around for somewhere to take your family to the beach, but because of disability concerns, you questioned whether to visit a beach at all? Well, the Grand Strand area would like to assure you that vacationers of all capabilities have a fair chance of having a good time here at the beach. Many organizations, public and private, offer resources, such as the City of Myrtle Beach in South Carolina which endeavors to make certain that Grand Strand beaches are accessible.

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Beach-going wheelchairs with soft wheels at different life guard stations in Myrtle Beach in summer (off season available at the police station). Beach going wheelchairs and disability parking are available at the following locations:

77th Ave. N., 72nd Ave. N., 54th Ave. N., 24th Ave. N., 8th Ave. N., 5th Ave. N., 8th Ave. S. In North Myrtle Beach, go to 1st Avenue South. Call North Myrtle Beach Parks and Recreation Department, to reserve a beach chair.

Golf Cart Rental

If you display your disability parking sign on your golf cart, you can drive the cart on Grand Strand beaches (not touring but driving it to a spot on the beach).

Golf cart rentals are available through Jack's.

One golf cart access with van parking is at 9th Avenue, and others are available, as well.

Beach Access Points

• Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach Disability accessible sites: Some are pathway only (widths vary); others are free parking. ADA-compliant beach access crossover at 15th Avenue North.
• Van-access handicap parking places vary.
• See 9th Avenue South (crossing Ocean Drive). Wheelchair-accessible van rentals: Wheelchair Getaways of South Carolina.
• The Cherry Grove Pier, located at the front door to the Prince Resort, is wheelchair accessible, but bathrooms do not include grab-bars.

Mini-Golf

Dragon's Lair Fantasy Golf at Broadway at the Beach has a wheelchair-accessible course (the one through the castle) and features a special putter for users of wheelchairs.

If off season, ask for a special seasonal discount.

Ripley's Aquarium

Exhibits at a go-at-your-own pace, stingrays and crabs to touch, wheelchair accessible.

Broadway at the Beach

Miles of boardwalk over and around water for viewing and strolling.

Park your wheelchair by the bridge and use the vending machines for food to feed the ducks and large koi.

Also, check out the IMAX Theater for a virtual experience into many options.

Hard Rock Park

The Park offers wheelchair rentals for the convenience of Park guests with disabilities.

Both wheelchairs and Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECV) are available for rent at the Rentals Office located at the front of the All Access Entry Plaza.

You must be at least 18 years of age. Valid photo ID required. Rentals must be returned to the Rental Office.

Fishing

The Cherry Grove Pier features public parking spaces only a few feet from the pier. With ramps you can roll right out to the pier and fish to your heart's content while seeing the beach and rolling surf, meeting new friends and sharing similar interests with other people. Everyone of all capabilities is out there.

Although some anglers can be on the serious and intense side when they are on the hunt for their catches, most people are quite helpful and friendly.

Because the Grand Strand area has so many activities, people of all capabilities come for a wide range of in and outdoor interests.

Things to See and Do in North and South Carolina

• Go-Cart Racing: 3901 N. Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, indoor facility.
• NASCAR Speed Park: Myrtle Beach activity.
• Bull Island Adventure - South of Myrtle Beach: Enjoy with dolphin-watching, shelling, birding, wildlife and "Boneyard Beach."
• Brookgreen Gardens: Near Murrells Inlet, a park with animals, gardens, walking trails, art.
• Myrtle Beach Children's Museum: Hands-on exhibits. 2501 N. Kings Highway.
• IMAX 3-D Theater: Broadway at the Beach. 3-D on a screen 6 stories high.
• Laser-Tag: Myrtle Beach company features laser tag and indoor maze.
• MagiQuest: Live-action game with more than 150 wand-activated effects where players interact with videos in a three-dimensional fantasy world.
• Maze Mania: This 2.5 acre attraction features a wooden fence maze that changes daily and a prize for guessing the way out of the maze before time is called. Gilligan's Island Mini-Golf is adjacent.
• River Excursion: City of Conway Marina, 4 Elm St., Conway, SC, features a 75-minute history and nature tour on the Waccamaw River.
• Swamp Fox Tours: A tour of the historic district of Georgetown on the blue and white tram, including Rice Museum, Prevost Gallery in Charleston, and Mary Mann, Kirton-Hamilton, Savage-Smith and Sampson West Homes.
• Waccatee Zoological Farm: Private zoo in Socastee featuring wildlife sanctuary and 1.5 miles of trails through exotic exhibits and petting zoo.
• Myrtle Waves Water Park: Many fun rides and water features.
• Family Kingdom Oceanfront Water Park: Myrtle Beach rides and water features.
• Night Spots for Young People: Surfside Beach. Hip Hop 'N Chillin' - For children in grades 3-8. Disc jockey, karaoke, live music, located in Surfside Beach. See website for more information and pricing.
• Myrtle Beach State Park: Exploration Picnicking. Activities.
• Children's Museum of South Carolina: Located near the Convention Center.
• Bald Head Island Ferry: Bald Head hosts 14 miles of beautiful unspoiled beaches, a golf course, and a marina.
• Horse-drawn Tours of Wilmington: Narrated tours of Wilmington's historic waterfront and tree lined streets start from Water and Market Street, available April-October.
• Steamboat Ride: North Water Street, Wilmington, NC. A true sternwheeler, The Henrietta cruises the Cape Fear River, docking by the Hilton.
• Jungle Rapids: Downtown Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach, 5320 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC. Family entertainment - arcade, water slide, go carts, and miniature golf.
• Children's Museum Wilmington: 1020 Market Street, Wilmington, NC. Hands-on museum for children of all ages - grocery store, pirate ship, medical center, dress up, theater, water play, and weather station.
• Fort Fisher and the NC Aquarium: Fort Fisher State Historic Site, Kure Beach, NC.
• Movie Production Studios of Wilmington: Wilmington, NC. Hollywood of the East with production companies and sound stages. If interested in being an "extra" in a film contact Casting.
• Ingram Planetarium: The Village at Sunset Beach, N.C. An 85-seat domed theater and science exhibit hall. Call for hours.

And there you have it, accessible fun for all the family, and you certainly won't be bored when visiting the Carolina's!

Related Information

• Myrtle Beach and The Grand Strand, South Carolina: Myrtle Beach is inviting for visitors with a disability. Budget-priced condominium rentals to luxurious resorts, offer accessible rooms and facilities.
• Fishing at Cherry Grove Pier, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina: One group of 5 fishermen proudly boasted catching over 700 spots fish at cherry grove pier.
• Collecting Sea Shells on the Carolina Coast: Information for hunting for sea shells along the populated beaches of North and South Carolina, USA.