Recreation & Attractions

52 listings across the Grand Strand

Discover pet-friendly dog parks, beaches, walking trails, and outdoor attractions across the Grand Strand and Myrtle Beach area.

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Horry County Unincorporated Beaches Garden City, SC
Animals not permitted on beach 10 AM–5 PM from May 1 through Labor Day.
Isle of Palms Beach Isle of Palms, SC
Dogs are allowed on the beach; off-leash access is limited to posted seasonal windows. At all other times, dogs must be leashed and under complete control, including in the water.
Kiawah Beach / Beachwalker County Park Kiawah Island, SC
Dogs allowed in designated beach areas year-round; seasonal leash rules. Mar. 1–Oct. 15 leashed; Oct. 16–Feb. 28 off-leash 7 AM–7 PM except critical habitat, leash dusk/dawn.
Ocean Isle Beach Ocean Isle Beach, SC
No dogs on beach strand 9 AM–6 PM Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Sunset Beach Sunset Beach, SC
Summer: Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day, no dogs 9 AM–6 PM; before 9 AM and after 6 PM allowed on leash. Off-season: dogs allowed anytime on leash.
Vereen Memorial Historical Gardens Little River, SC
Dog-friendly walking trails/boardwalk; leashed dogs welcome per tourism/trail sources.
Freeway Park Murrells Inlet, SC
Murrells Inlet's only dog park; 3 acres fenced + pond + doggie shower + lighted footbridge
Brookgreen Gardens (limited pet access) Murrells Inlet, SC
Limited; verify current pet policy directly with venue before publishing
Myrtle Beach State Park Myrtle Beach, SC
$5/person + free for pets; on-leash; coastal trails
Hibben Memorial Park Myrtle Beach, SC
Indoor restroom + beach access; 24/7