The one thing to remember

Many Grand Strand communities loan beach wheelchairs with balloon tires at no cost and offer accessible beach-access ramps. Reserve a chair by contacting the city or Horry County — at least two days ahead for the county.

In an effort to make the beach welcoming to everyone, many Grand Strand communities offer beach-going wheelchairs at no cost, along with easy-access ramps and accessible beach-access points. The chairs are equipped with balloon tires and safety belts so they roll easily over the sand, and they can be reserved by contacting the city or municipality. Here’s how to reserve a beach wheelchair and where to find accessible beach access across the area.

Myrtle Beach

The City of Myrtle Beach has more than 30 public beach-access points that are either fully accessible or have a beach-access ramp. For the complete list, visit CityofMyrtleBeach.com. Fully accessible locations include:

  • 29th Ave. South
  • Hurl Rock Park at 20th Ave. South
  • 1703 S. Ocean Blvd.
  • 3rd Ave. South
  • 2nd Ave. North
  • 38th Ave. North
  • 41st Ave. North
  • Gardens by the Sea, 5400 N. Ocean Blvd.
  • 64th Ave. North

North Myrtle Beach

Beach wheelchairs are available Monday through Friday at the Beach Services Warehouse, 1024 6th Ave. S. Call (843) 280-5684 to reserve one. Accessible beach-access points include:

  • Main Street
  • Sea Mountain Highway
  • 4th Ave. North
  • 6th Ave. South
  • 9th Ave. South
  • 15th Ave. South
  • 17th Ave. South
  • 21st Ave. South
  • 27th Ave. South
  • 39th Ave. South
  • 46th Ave. South

The City of North Myrtle Beach has also partnered with the Adaptive Surf Project to create a fully inclusive beach access at 46th Avenue S. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, visitors will find accessible parking, ramps, beach mats and wheelchairs available for use right on the sand.

Surfside Beach

In Surfside Beach, wheelchairs are available to visitors staying within the city limits. Call (843) 913-6368 or visit the Surfside Beach Public Safety Department at 811 Pine Drive. Accessible beach-access points include:

  • 3rd Ave. North
  • Melody Lane
  • Surfside Drive (at Surfside Pier)

Horry County

For unincorporated beaches, email [email protected] or call 843-381-8000 to request a wheelchair. Reservations must be made at least two days in advance.

More accessible travel resources

For third-party wheelchair rental services and a more complete list of accessible attractions, hotels and eateries, visit VisitMyrtleBeach.com.