Myrtle Beach Boardwalk
South Carolina
The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk & Promenade stretches 1.2 miles along the Atlantic Ocean in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, linking Pier 14 at 14th Avenue North to the 2nd Avenue Pier. Officially opened in May 2010, the boardwalk features a raised wooden deck in the northern section, offering a lively setting with live music events like "Hot Summer Nights" and family-friendly attractions such as a "Kids Carnival." The middle section exudes a carnival atmosphere with various restaurants, bars, and gift shops, while the southern promenade offers a meandering oceanfront park with benches and landscaped areas. The 2nd Avenue Pier hosts weekly fireworks, enhancing the festive ambiance. Constructed with nearly 770,000 board-feet of lumber and significant community contributions including palmetto trees and beach grass seedlings, the boardwalk has become a key attraction recognized nationally by publications like National Geographic and Travel and Leisure. It replaced earlier boardwalks and amusement parks, revitalizing the downtown area and providing a scenic, recreational space for visitors and locals alike.
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Consejo: Visit during the summer months to enjoy live music events such as "Hot Summer Nights" and weekly fireworks at the 2nd Avenue Pier. Consider exploring the boardwalk in the evening for a vibrant atmosphere with restaurants and entertainment. Tickets for special events may be available in advance. Discounts are sometimes offered for local residents and groups. Early arrival is recommended on weekends and during festivals to avoid crowds.
Datos interesantes
- •National Geographic ranked Myrtle Beach Boardwalk as the third-best boardwalk in the United States.
- •Travel and Leisure ranked it as the second-best boardwalk in the country.
- •The construction used approximately 770,000 board-feet of lumber, 555,000 screws, and 300,000 nails.
- •The city contributed 600 palmetto trees and 50,000 beach grass seedlings to the project.
- •Weekly live music events and fireworks are regular attractions along the boardwalk.
Historia
The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk traces its origins to the 1930s when the first wooden boardwalk connected the Sea Side Inn to various pavilions.
It was upgraded with concrete in 1940 but was largely destroyed by Hurricane Hazel in 1954, leaving only a concrete walkway.
Plans for a new boardwalk were included in the 1999 Pavilion Area Master Plan, but the Pavilion's closure in 2006 accelerated efforts to create a new attraction.
After years of planning and funding challenges, construction began in 2009, and the boardwalk officially opened in May 2010, revitalizing Myrtle Beach's oceanfront and downtown area.
Guía del lugar
Northern Section2010
An 8-foot-wide raised wooden deck running from Pier 14 to Plyler Park, featuring live music events like "Hot Summer Nights" and family-friendly activities including a "Kids Carnival."
Middle Section2010
This area extends from Plyler Park to the former Myrtle Beach Pavilion site, characterized by a carnival atmosphere with restaurants, bars, and gift shops offering vibrant entertainment and dining options.
Southern Promenade2010
A meandering oceanfront park from the former Pavilion to 2nd Avenue Pier, featuring benches, landscaping, and scenic views. The 2nd Avenue Pier is known for hosting weekly fireworks displays.