Glamping near North Myrtle Beach combines coastal enjoyment with forested camping options within 40 minutes of beachfront attractions. The region features a mix of state parks, RV resorts, and specialized glamping sites at elevations near sea level. Summer temperatures average 85-90°F with high humidity, while spring and fall offer milder conditions with temperatures in the 70s.
What to do
Beach access coordination: Myrtle Beach KOA is located just blocks from the beach with shuttle service during peak season. "Very close to EVERYTHING! Friendly staff, laundry onsite, pool, splash area for kids, playground, very crowded as expected being so close to the strip," notes one camper.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple campgrounds offer fishing access, with Huntington Beach State Park providing both freshwater and saltwater options. A visitor mentioned, "Great beach. Castle to explore on site. Beautiful scenery. Great bike trails."
Wildlife viewing: Huntington Beach State Park features diverse ecosystems where visitors can observe native species. "Do not miss saying hi to the wildlife on your way in. The egrets, herons, and gators are a beautiful sight heading to the camp sites and beaches."
Night activities: Ocean Lakes Family Campground offers evening entertainment with decorated golf carts. "Rent a golf cart and ride around. Make sure to decorate it because there is a cart parade every night from 9-11. It sits right on the beach and has a nice pool and a lazy river."
What campers like
Private bathrooms: Some glamping sites offer individual bathroom facilities rather than communal options. At Holden Beach RV Campground, "the bath house has a private toilet, sink and shower- beautifully tiled and maintained."
Lakefront recreation: Willow Tree RV Resort features water-based amenities beyond the ocean. "Great family fun in the lake on inflatables. Family events, ice cream social, hot dog sales, dance party and nice clean bathhouses," reports one satisfied guest.
Spacious sites: Campers appreciate when glamping accommodations provide adequate space. At Pirateland Family Camping Resort, "Some sites are kinda cramped while others are very spacious. When you check in they give you a paper saying to lock your stuff up like coolers and bikes."
Family programming: Scheduled activities enhance the glamping experience. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Daddy Joe's offers structured entertainment: "We were delighted to find beautiful scenery, friendly staff and a comfortable campsite that included a picnic table and fire pit. Daddy Joe's is an awesome place to bring the kiddos."
What you should know
Seasonal availability: Some glamping operations have limited seasons or seasonal amenities. At CarrollWoods RV Park, a visitor noted: "Spent the week before Memorial Day and Memorial Weekend at Carrollwoods. This is really a nice campground. The pool was unfortunately out of service during most of our visit there during the 90-degree heat."
Traffic patterns: Peak times can create congestion at popular destinations. One camper at Ocean Lakes Family Campground observed, "Be ready to see golf carts. Everyone here drives golf carts. There is actually golf cart traffic at night because there are so many golf carts."
Booking windows: Reserve well in advance for premium sites. At Willow Tree RV Resort, "You can reserve up to 400 days out. Half of it is due at time of reservation and the rest at arrival."
Privacy considerations: Site layouts affect the camping experience. "The sites are well-spaced and along the lake where I camped, they are angled so that you don't really see much of your neighbors," explains a visitor to Willow Tree RV Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Activity planning: Schedule around weather and peak times. At Jellystone Park, "We stayed during a storm and the camp staff adjusted their events to focus on indoor entertainment for the families. Laser Tag, splash pad, water slides, indoor and outdoor pool, playgrounds, dog parks, putt-putt, ice cream, fishing, basketball, volleyball, horse shoes…and our kids did it all."
Beach timing: Arrive early to secure beach spots. One camper at Ocean Lakes Family Campground suggests, "Get up early and set up beach chairs. No one will take them and it will ensure you get a spot on the beach. We did this everyday."
Sand management: Choose sites with hard surfaces to reduce cleanup. "We had a campsite with a concrete pad and full hookups. The concrete pad was very nice to have because the sand was hard to keep up with," notes a visitor to Ocean Lakes.
Meal options: Consider delivery from on-site food services. "There is a small food area near the pool that offered great pizza, ice cream, chicken finger, etc. they will deliver to your campsite as long as it's not raining."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Research specific site characteristics. At Holden Beach RV Campground, a camper recommended: "We stayed in the new section with great, full hook up, level, gravel pads and some new grass and landscaping, large new picnic table and fire pit."
Utility connections: Check the positioning of hookups when booking. An Ocean Lakes Family Campground visitor advised, "Level sites with full hook-ups, some paved. Sites are reasonably spaced and the campground is next to the beach. Small store, ice cream parlor, and pizza restaurant that will deliver to your site."
Laundry facilities: Utilize on-site services when available. "The wash and fold service. I dropped my clothes off at 830am and they were cleaned and ready for pickup by 1030am. Best part it only cost me 21.00."
Extended stays: Consider long-term options. A camper at Ocean Lakes notes, "Cannot beat the price on rv storage which is by the quarter, not monthly. Bathhouses are always clean. Have stayed there many times and love it."
