Myrtle Beach State Park is the perfect destination for beach laying, hanging out on the fisher's pier, or checking out the sandy beaches and ocean side woods. With 312 acres of protected forest and beach, the state park is located in the center of the
Grand Strand and is a hotspot for tourists and locals alike as a hangout. Myrtle Beach State Park is the most accessible stretch of forest and beach land in Myrtle Beach for visitors. An on-site nature center is set up to educate enthusiastic learners about sea turtles, dolphins, and bird and plant life located in the park's acres. The park was originally developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) as a New Deal Program by President Franklin D. Roosevelt as an employment option for those suffering from money problems during the Great Depression. Since then, the Civilian Conservation Corps has helped to erect many more South Carolina state parks. Since the park's birth in the 1930's, many of the original buildings still stand on the premises. The maritime forest located inside the park has been declared a Heritage Trust Site. All through the year, participants can enjoy a variety of programs dedicated to the preservation and education on their local environment. Pets are not allowed on the beaches during the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm seven days a week May 15-September 15 as a Horry County policy. But pets are usually allowed in most outdoor areas of the park as long as they are on a leash of six feet or shorter.
