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Is North Myrtle Beach Family Friendly?

By Admin Monday, October 4th, 2021

When it comes to family fun, North Myrtle Beach can’t be ignored. Located just a short drive from Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach has shopping, attractions, and dining fit for every member of the family. On top of that, North Myrtle Beach has beachfront resorts that stand above the rest thanks to amenities that satisfy all ages.

If you’re starting your beach vacation planning, we’ve made it a little easier for you to choose the right family-friendly resorts and things to do here:

Family Friendly Resorts

Beach Cove Resort

⭐⭐⭐⭐ based on verified guest reviews
Address: 4800 South Ocean Boulevard, North Myrtle Beach

Family friendly features:

Three seasonally heated outdoor pools
Kiddie pool with mushroom fountain
350-foot lazy river
Winner’s Circle Arcade

Why families love Beach Cove Resort: Beach Cove Resort’s tropical outdoor pool deck provides plenty of fun for the entire family thanks to three seasonally heated outdoor pools and one kiddie pool with a mushroom fountain. Families that visit during the cooler months will still get to feel like they're on a summer vacation thanks to the indoor pool facility.

Maybe the best part about Beach Cove Resort is that all of their one bedroom, two bedroom, and three-bedroom condos have oceanfront views.

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Ocean Creek Resort

⭐⭐⭐⭐ based on verified guest reviews
Address: 10600 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach

Family friendly features:

Seasonal oceanfront pool
Secluded beachfront
Indoor pool
Oceanfront playground

Why families love Ocean Creek Resort: Ocean Creek Resort offers a unique option for families looking to stay by the beach. Choose from oceanfront condos in the Ocean Creek Towers or enjoy a more at-home feel in one of their garden homes. Ocean Creek Resort is also located just across the street from Barefoot Landing, so families are just a stone’s throw from the best entertainment, shopping, and attractions in North Myrtle Beach.

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Sea Watch Resort

⭐⭐⭐⭐ based on verified guest reviews
Address: 161 Seawatch Drive, Myrtle Beach

Family friendly features:

Six oceanfront pools (two covered and heated seasonally)
Two 225-foot lazy rivers
Captain’s Nook ice cream and coffee shop
Loggerhead Beach playground
Game room

Why families love Sea Watch Resort: Sea Watch Resort has 19 pool amenities! You read that right. Sea Watch Resort has 19 pool amenities! Seasonal indoor and outdoor pools, lazy rivers, and whirlpools can be found everywhere on Sea Watch Resort’s pool deck.

Located just outside North Myrtle Beach, Sea Watch Resort is conveniently located near Restaurant Row, where families will find some of the best dining at the beach.

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Family Friendly Things to Do in North Myrtle Beach

Alligator Adventure

You won’t find an animal park anywhere else quite like Alligator Adventure! Not only is the park home to many species of reptiles, but you’ll find exotic birds, bobcats, hyenas, and more. The park also offers live shows and lectures for anyone interested in learning more about the critters.

T.I.G.E.R.S. Preservation Station

At T.I.G.E.R.S. Preservation Station, shoppers are only feet from roaming tigers at this free exhibit. Located at Barefoot Landing, visitors can even get their picture taken with a tiger cub for an extra fee!

Mini Golf

Vacationers will find some of the most unique miniature golf courses along the Grand Strand in North Myrtle Beach. From dinosaurs to jungle critters and erupting volcanoes, check out more miniature golf courses in North Myrtle Beach.

810 Billiards & Bowling

Bowling, air hockey, table tennis, shuffleboard, arcade games and more. 810 Billiards & Bowling is not your typical bowling alley. And with delicious food options to choose from, you can make 810 Billiards & Bowling an entire afternoon or evening of family fun time.

Lulu’s Beach Arcade

From state-of-the-art arcade gaming to the Mountain of Youth outdoor ropes course, head to Barefoot Landing for all the fun and excitement at Lulu’s Beach Arcade. Plus, after some friendly family competition, visit the redemption center for name-brand prizes!

Cherry Grove Pier

Enjoy some of the best sights of the ocean from Cherry Grove Pier, one of the most famous piers on the Grand Strand. The on-site tackle shop offers rod rentals for pier fishing and the two-story observation deck provides some of the best views along the coast.