Myrtle Beach offers glamping accommodations ranging from 3 to 15 miles from the Atlantic coastline. The sandy coastal terrain has an elevation under 30 feet above sea level with a subtropical climate that creates a camping season extending well beyond summer. Temperature swings between day and night can reach 20°F during spring and fall, requiring campers to pack layers even for summer overnight stays.
What to do
Water adventures: 6 miles inland: River Island Adventures provides unique water-based glamping opportunities along the Waccamaw River. "This is a water adventure company that also has camping on the property. You can reserve a camp spot without signing up for any river activities, but camping does give you a little discount on activities if you do decide to rent a kayak or anything," notes a camper.
Beach access via shuttle service: Myrtle Beach KOA offers regular transportation to the nearby Atlantic shoreline. "We were able to walk safely to the beach in 15-20 minutes while the rest of our party stayed at the RV," shares one visitor. Shuttles run approximately every 30-45 minutes during peak season.
Evening entertainment: Pirateland Family Camping Resort organizes nightly golf cart parades from 9-11 pm. According to a camper, "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
Affordable water park access: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park at Daddy Joe's combines glamping with extensive water features. "Great place for family entertainment. Kids of 10, 8, and 5 and all had a blast. Laser Tag. Splash pad. Water slides. Indoor and outdoor pool. Playgrounds. Dog parks. Putt-Putt. Ice Cream. Fishing," one visitor reports.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Huntington Beach State Park offers natural habitats alongside beach access. A visitor notes, "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."
Wine tasting on site: CarrollWoods RV Park at Grapefull Sisters Vineyard combines glamping close to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with vineyard access. "I visited the winery and the two women who own it are helpful and lively. If you visit, you must get one of their wine floats," shares a guest who appreciated this unique amenity.
What you should know
Off-season advantages: Ocean Lakes Family Campground experiences significant population fluctuations. "This is a massive campground! On average when school is out they have over 30,000 campers a day!" reports one visitor, suggesting quieter experiences during shoulder seasons.
Transportation requirements: Many sites near Myrtle Beach utilize golf carts as primary transportation. "Everyone here drives golf carts. There is actually golf cart traffic at night because there are so many golf carts. Really! People sit in traffic and high five each other as they go by," explains a camper.
Space considerations: Site proximity varies dramatically between venues. "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," reports an Ocean Lakes camper, highlighting the practical challenges of coastal camping.
Tips for camping with families
Supervised water activities: Pirateland Family Camping Resort employs staff who engage children in organized play. "The lifeguards are great with the kids and super nice. The lifeguards in the splash pad area had a game of walking tag going on with all the kids. This helped break the ice between all the kids and my kids met alot of friends."
Scheduled events: Look for campgrounds with organized activities. "They do activities for families. When we were they we went to the America bingo. They gave away small food prizes. The kids had fun and gave us something to do," notes a Holden Beach RV Campground visitor.
Bring or rent bikes: Multiple campgrounds feature bike-friendly paths. "Bring your bikes to truly enjoy the environment," advises a Huntington Beach State Park camper, while others mention that scooters and bicycles are popular transportation options for children throughout most glamping sites.
Tips from RVers
Premium site selection: Willow Tree RV Resort offers extra space between units compared to beachfront options. "The sites are huge and along the lake where I camped, they are angled so that you don't really see much of your neighbors," notes one RVer who preferred this setting to the more condensed beachfront options.
Laundry services: Several Myrtle Beach area glamping sites offer drop-off laundry services beyond self-service facilities. "My favorite part of this trip. 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," shares an Ocean Lakes camper.
Weather considerations: Holden Beach RV Campground provides strategic tree cover for RV parking. "Not a new place so lots of great trees for shade and to block the sea breeze," explains a visitor, pointing out the practical advantage of this setup for managing coastal winds and temperature regulation.
