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Fall in Love With Fall in Myrtle Beach
Discover why they call it “secret summer” in South Carolina’s favourite beach town
By Mark Stachiew
From the hotel balcony, the sound of crashing surf drifts up, the salty breeze carrying hints of sunscreen and fried hush puppies from the boardwalk below. Along Myrtle Beach’s Ocean Boulevard, neon lights flicker to life and carnival rides spin against the evening sky. Though the calendar marks fall, the air still holds summer’s warmth. A Myrtle Beach local leans in and whispers, “Fall is our secret summer.”
Fall reveals its own charm in this South Carolina coastal destination, offering natural beauty, mouth-watering food, cultural treasures, and unmatched southern hospitality. Myrtle Beach provides the perfect setting to reset, reconnect, and feel at home—a destination cherished by Canadians for generations.
With fewer crowds and temperatures in the mid- to high-20s Celsius, the season invites outdoor adventures. Even in winter’s coldest months, a cool yet pleasant 14 degrees and a soothing ocean allow for refreshing swims.
Time to Hit the Links
Milder weather also sets the stage for golf, and Myrtle Beach, known as “The Golf Capital of the World,” offers countless courses to explore. The Myrtle Beach Snowbird Golf Passport unlocks discounts at more than 70 courses, along with savings at local businesses. Passholders can bring up to three guests for discounted rounds, turning a day on the links into a social experience.
For miniature golf enthusiasts, Myrtle Beach doubles as the “Miniature Golf Capital of the World,” with over 30 whimsically themed courses. Pirate ships, volcanoes, jungles and dinosaurs await on creatively designed holes, each offering a playful challenge. Golf isn’t the only draw.
Time to Hit The Grand Strand
The Grand Strand features 14 distinct coastal communities spanning nearly 100 continuous kilometres of sandy shoreline from Little River near the North Carolina border down past Georgetown, South Carolina. Scenic drives along the strand highlight fall foliage, typically peaking between mid-October and November.
Time for Nature
Outdoor lovers can explore Myrtle Beach State Park or Huntington Beach State Park, beachcombing along the shore, strolling shaded trails, and watching migratory birds or local wildlife such as alligators and occasionally endangered loggerhead sea turtles.
For a more refined experience, Brookgreen Gardens, about 20 minutes away, invites a stroll beneath moss-draped live oaks in a tranquil setting. Spread across roughly 3,600 hectares, the gardens combine botanical art, wildlife preserves, and one of the most significant collections of outdoor sculpture in the United States.
Time for Fun
For vibrant energy, the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk stretches nearly two kilometres along the oceanfront, offering live music, arcades, amusement park rides, piers, shops, and restaurants, including several new spots this year. Towering above the scene, the SkyWheel offers panoramic views from climate-controlled gondolas as the skyline lights up with dazzling, ever-changing colours.
Broadway at the Beach, a sprawling entertainment complex, draws millions annually to specialty shops, exceptional restaurants, shows, and attractions such as Ripley’s Aquarium.
As evening falls, a beachside café offers respite, where Carolina beach music strums through the air and sweet tea accompanies the sinking sun behind the pier. The following day may bring a round of quirky mini-golf, treasure hunting at a local seafood market, or a scenic drive along the coast.
For now, Myrtle Beach’s rhythm simply washes over the senses.
Canadian visitors save during Can-Am Days
Myrtle Beach is a destination where Canadians are not just welcomed, they’re expected, appreciated and embraced. That friendship is celebrated every March during Can-Am Days that extends throughout the year in the form of deep discounts for Canadians on accommodations, attractions, shopping and more. visitmyrtlebeach.com/things-to-do/events/can-am-days
Travel Planner
For more travel information about Myrtle Beach, and to start your trip planning, see visitmyrtlebeach.com/plan/international-travelers/canadian-travelers
