Top 10 Best Walking Trails in Myrtle Beach for Perfect Fall Strolls
With cooler fall temperatures in Myrtle Beach, it's the perfect time for a refreshing walk. While beach strolls remain a top favorite, the Grand Strand boasts diverse scenic trails for exploration on foot. As locals with years of experience, we've curated our top 10 recommended walking spots:
The Market Common
A short walk from the beach, The Market Common offers extensive recreation options, including paved walking, biking, and fitness trails plus playgrounds. The mile-long path around Grand Lake features workout stations, while the 1.4-mile A-10 mountain biking loop adds excitement. Enjoy free parking, nearby shops, and restaurants.
Myrtle Beach State Park or Huntington Beach State Park
Both South Carolina state parks are ideal for immersive day hikes, with miles of trails and abundant wildlife. A small entry fee grants access to diverse ecosystems. Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet draws birdwatchers, while Myrtle Beach State Park's maritime forest is conveniently near central Myrtle Beach.
Brookgreen Gardens
Home to the world's largest outdoor collection of American figurative sculpture, Brookgreen Gardens blends art, flora, and fauna across former rice plantation lands. This Lowcountry gem is worth the admission fee for its stunning landscapes and memorable exhibits.
Vereen Historic Memorial Gardens
A cherished local hidden gem in North Myrtle Beach, Vereen Memorial Gardens features three miles of hiking trails and boardwalks over salt marshes and islands. Overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway near a picturesque gazebo, it's free and located at US #17 and SC #179, just south of the North Carolina line.
Downtown Conway Riverwalk
This 1.5-mile scenic path along the Waccamaw River offers cypress-lined views, perfect year-round. It hosts community events and is steps from historic downtown Conway's shops and eateries, blending history, nature, and convenience.
Waccamaw National Wildlife Refuge
Spanning 30,000 acres of wetlands and forests along the Waccamaw and Pee Dee Rivers, the refuge shines at Cox Ferry Lake Recreation Area. This 325-acre site in Conway offers three miles of interpretive trails, boardwalks, biking paths, picnic areas, and dog-friendly spaces (leashed pets welcome).
North Myrtle Beach Park and Sports Complex
A vibrant hub with Shark Wake Park, sports fields, playgrounds, and a dog park, it also features 3.5 miles of paved and natural trails around a 20-acre Carolina Bay. Free entry at 150 Citizens Circle, Little River, SC.
Murrells Inlet Marshwalk
For a short, delightful walk, the half-mile Marshwalk delivers marsh vistas alongside top bars and restaurants. Easily extend your stroll into dinner with unbeatable scenery.
Horry County Bike Run Park (aka HULK)
This 7-mile twisting trail across 72 acres between Carolina Forest and the Intracoastal Waterway thrills mountain bikers and runners. Ideal for energetic workouts, not leisurely paces.
Heritage Shores Nature Preserve
Convenient for Cherry Grove and North Myrtle Beach visitors, this preserve near a boat landing offers interpretive boardwalks with water views. Free parking and access at 5611 Heritage Drive.
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