The best things to do in Horry County

Molten Mountain mixes a 36-hole indoor and outdoor layout with caves, tunnels, glowing lava details, elevated greens, and yes, that 50-foot active volcano for bonus drama. It’s air conditioned for half the course and plays in about an hour, ideal for a spontaneous after-dinner rivalry or stormy days.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 21, 2026

For painless group coordination, Myrtle Beach Golf Packagers lets you build a stay-and-play in a few simple steps, with live tee time availability at Myrtle Beach courses, live pricing, and lodging from oceanfront resorts to spacious villas. Prefer a human touch?

From the Loris newsletter, October 16, 2026

Crown Park Golf Club is a quiet local loop on Highway 9, winding through a Carolina pine forest with 6,502 yards and zero backyards, so it’s just you, the ball, and the birds. Plus a pro shop and deli for easy pit stops, and booking a tee time is smart.

From the Loris newsletter, October 18, 2026

Lions Den Disc Golf Course weaves 18 permanent holes through flat, woodsy lines that play fair for newbies and still make seasoned arms think, all set up with DISCatcher Pro targets and rubber tees. Locals will like the easy location by Loris High School and the thoughtful design from Michael “Bone” Beaupre.

From the Loris newsletter, October 13, 2026

Whether you’re sneaking out for nine or playing the full round, Tidewater Golf Club gives locals a legit top-100 public vibe tucked between the Intracoastal and Cherry Grove, with risk-reward holes and pristine conditioning. Finish at Joey’s Clubhouse Grille for a seasonal, fresh bite that actually hits.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 12, 2026

Locals who want real practice without burning a half day will love Tupelo Bay Golf Center, home to a par 58 executive course with water and sand, an award-winning driving range with grass and mats, a fun 9-hole Par 3, plus Disc Golf, Foot Golf, and PGA instruction.

From the Surfside Beach newsletter, October 11, 2026

Barefoot - Love Golf Course pairs generous fairways with Pinehurst-style, creatively contoured greens, so locals get a round that rewards brains as much as brawn. Designed by Davis Love III, this par-72 plays just over 7,000 yards and stays consistently in top condition, fun for every handicap.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 5, 2026

Whether your crew wants to channel an inner lumberjack or take on The Floor Is Lava, Jack Axe Entertainment packs axe throwing with interactive targets, Jack'd Up Games, plus a bar. Easy pick for date nights, team hangs, or when the beach forecast says meh.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 10, 2026

Looking for a classic track with fast greens and friendly vibes, Azalea Sands Golf Club is the recently renovated, under new ownership Gene Hamm design that makes you use every club. Well groomed and distraction free, no homes or condos line the fairways, plus a solid pro shop and clubhouse for the post round debrief.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 30, 2026

Butter and Whisk Co is where North Myrtle Beach folks go for Culinary Experiences that don’t feel stuffy... think monthly workshops, private workshops for your crew, plus kids parties and camps. There’s even a wine bar, so you can trade grocery-store routines for a little skill building and a better night out.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 3, 2026

If your home-course rut needs a shake up, Barefoot Resort & Golf lines up four distinct courses by Norman, Love III, Fazio, and Dye, with Intracoastal Waterway views and legit conditioning. Open to the public, so grab a local tee time and test a different personality each round.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 22, 2026

Myrtle Beach Golf Masters builds custom golf packages across 90+ Grand Strand courses, plus lodging, so you can focus on flushing irons not coordinating tee sheets. Great for locals wrangling a buddy weekend or hosting family, with options from North Myrtle to Brunswick County.

From the Surfside Beach newsletter, October 22, 2026

When you need more than couch TV, Surfside Bowling Entertainment Center delivers renovated lanes, a 30-game arcade with two attractions, projection screens for the big games (yes, NFL Sunday Ticket), plus a grill and bar turning out half-pound burgers, pizza, calzones, and microbrews made in the Carolinas.

From the Surfside Beach newsletter, October 14, 2026

If you’ve got kiddos who won’t stop cartwheeling across the living room, Olympia Gymnastics channels that energy into real skills, from preschool recreational classes to competitive teams, plus solid tumbling and a trusted after-school program, all led by coaches who’ve been building champions here since 1998.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 22, 2026

Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.

B&B Theatres Conway 12 has luxury heated recliners, the massive B&B Theatres Grand Screen, and the Marquee Bar & Grille for fresh, made-to-order snacks plus cocktails, beer, and wine. Easy pick when you want the latest releases to feel like a mini escape without leaving Conway.

From the Conway newsletter, October 14, 2026

Between the freshly renovated Avocet course with new Tif 3D bermudagrass greens and the drivable 14th that dares you to swing away, Wild Wing Plantation keeps rounds interesting. If you want a quicker loop, the Hummingbird nine is ideal, then grab a bite at the restaurant open to the public.

From the Conway newsletter, September 30, 2026

Burning Ridge Golf Club brings Gene Hamm's classic design to life with rolling fairways, towering pines, and true-rolling greens that reward strategy without punishing higher handicaps. Friendly staff, consistently solid conditions, and a relaxed patio vibe make it an easy local favorite when you need a quality round.

From the Conway newsletter, October 7, 2026

Whether you’re chasing a legit par-72 test or just want an easy way to squeeze in swings after work, The Hackler Course at Coastal Carolina University delivers 18 well-shaped holes, all-grass range, and a 9,000-square-foot putting green.

From the Conway newsletter, October 21, 2026

Shake up your Myrtle Beach week with Ripley's Mirror Maze, an all-ages, interactive labyrinth that turns quick hangs into giggle-filled detours. Perfect when you need a quick burst of silly adventure, some brain-untangling turns, and a reminder that even locals can still discover something new.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, August 8, 2026

Mt. Atlanticus Minotaur Golf serves up two 18-hole, Atlantis-themed adventures with waterfalls, caves, and hilltop views of the Atlantic. Bring your competitive side and try the legendary 19th hole...

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, August 7, 2026

Scratch your itch for Augusta, St. Andrews, and that Sawgrass island green without leaving town at World Tour Golf Links, then hang at The Bridge, Myrtle Beach’s only Toptracer Range, for games, swing tracking, and grub with friends. Perfect excuse for a midweek swing tune-up this week.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, August 3, 2026

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

Skip the tourist shuffle and grab a spontaneous dose of Myrtle Beach nostalgia at Family Kingdom Amusement Park, where beachfront rides, classic games, splashy slides, and that can’t-miss Ferris wheel deliver easy after-work fun. Great for quick kid energy burns or a breezy date with ocean views at the top.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 11, 2026

Challenging golf course designed by architect Tom Fazio with pine trees, lakes & golf school.

Whether you're sneaking in nine after work or making a full 27, Arrowhead Country Club brings Intracoastal Waterway views, Bermuda fairways and MiniVerde greens, plus a chill eatery and pro shop. Designed by Raymond Floyd and Tom Jackson, it plays tough but fair for locals.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 7, 2026

Whispering Pines Golf Course is classic Myrtle Beach golf, a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary carved by Finger, Dye, and Spahn through 200 acres of pines and hardwoods, with zero backyard distractions and a layout that somehow challenges you while also letting you breathe.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 19, 2026

Since 1981, Treasure Island Mini Golf has kept locals chasing birdies across hills, palm trees and a full ship, complete with fun visual and sound effects. It’s an easy go-to for weeknight bragging rights or a low-stakes date, with sister course Spy Glass for a rematch.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 25, 2026

When the humidity spikes and the kids need to burn energy, Myrtle Waves Water Park delivers with 30+ rides, a 10-story slide, a lazy river, and the FlowRider to test your balance. Grab a season pass and make quick splash-and-go visits your midweek reset.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 18, 2026

Legends Golf Resort has five championship courses along the Grand Strand, a legit driving range and golf school, plus dining when you’re done. Perfect for dialing in your game midweek, and keep an eye out for The Piper par-3 short course opening later this fall.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 6, 2026

Myrtle Beach’s first course still has game, and Pine Lakes Country Club delivers a Golden Age, par-70 stroll less than a half-mile from the ocean, with crafty Robert White design and stout par 4s like No. 14 framed by the Ocean Boulevard skyline. Pencil it in this week.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 12, 2026

Clean family-friendly option for kids to jump and climb.

Trade your usual scroll session this week for a lap through Never-Never Land at Captain Hook's Adventure Golf, where pirates and Tinker Bell pop up with animatronic surprises. It’s the perfect after-dinner reset, easygoing enough for kids yet delightfully competitive for grown-ups who still keep score.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 9, 2026

When cabin fever hits, Shipwreck Island Adventure Golf is a breezy escape with tropical greens, waterfalls, flowing streams, suspiciously friendly sharks, and a stranded ship centerpiece, plus a hunt for a missing treasure chest that somehow never turns up, which is half the fun. Easy, playful, close to home.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 14, 2026

South Creek at Myrtle Beach National is an Arnold Palmer design that rewards smart lines and steady swings. Expect well-kept fairways, smooth greens, fun risk-reward decisions, and a legit pro shop when you inevitably blame the 7‑iron instead of that spicy swing thought.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 6, 2026

Grande Dunes Resort Club, a Roger Rulewich design, blends wide fairways, huge greens and that unforgettable par-3 14th along the Intracoastal Waterway into a round locals actually look forward to. Post-round, the refreshed clubhouse and Terrazza 19’s waterway views make it just as fun to linger as it is to go low.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 28, 2026

Need a no-fuss way to unwind close to home? Snake River Golf and Gem Mining keeps it classic with a laid-back mini golf course and a surprisingly addictive gem mining setup, perfect for quick hangs with the kids or a stress-free date when you just want something easy and cheerful.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 11, 2026

Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.

Gilligan's Island Funland has two challenging 18-hole courses that wind around streams, waterfalls, rocks, bridges and caves, all wrapped in a playful desert-island theme. Perfect for low-stakes bragging rights, midweek brain breaks, or finally proving that bank shot was not a fluke.

From the Surfside Beach newsletter, October 18, 2026

Home to three Arnold Palmer-designed tracks, Myrtle Beach National keeps locals happily indecisive, from King’s North and its legendary “Gambler” par 5 to the serene, housing-free West Course and the precision-friendly SouthCreek. Solid range time when you need it, then risk, reward, and stories for the group chat.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 18, 2026

Myrtlewood Golf Club gives you a true local’s option, with Palmetto’s Intracoastal Waterway views and Edmund Alt’s risk and reward choices, plus PineHills’ Arthur Hills variety, smooth fast greens and refreshed bunkers. Sneak in a round this week, then grab a bite at The Dog House.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, August 10, 2026

This outpost of a small chain of elaborate mini-golf courses features waterfalls, a train & more.

If the family needs a quick win, Currents Waterpark at Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Resort delivers with big-kid slides, a chill zero-entry pool, an ocean-view hot tub, and a kids’ splash area crowned by a very satisfying dunk bucket. Grab a cabana, snack poolside, and pretend you’re on vacation without leaving town.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, August 15, 2026

Sprawling leisure venue offering 2 mini-golf courses, a restaurant, a bar and an ice cream shop.

When you need a quick reset, SkyWheel Myrtle Beach lifts you into air-conditioned, private gondolas for four smooth revolutions over the Boardwalk. Go at sunrise for calm skies, at sunset for color, or at night when the wheel throws a light show across the ocean.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 17, 2026

Take a midweek breather and stroll the underwater tunnel at Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach while sharks, rays, and sawfish glide above. The interactive, kid-friendly exhibits drop fun facts at every turn, so it doubles as screen-free entertainment and a solid wow for visiting grandparents.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, August 14, 2026

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

Cancun Lagoon Adventure Golf mixes indoor AC comfort with outdoor jungle vibes across a 27-hole course wrapped around a giant pyramid. Expect waterfalls, koi, shaded paths, and a few sneaky sunken putts... a reliable rain-or-shine escape when you need low-stakes bragging rights.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 16, 2026

Locals know Jurassic Mini Golf is the cure for weeknight blahs, with two themed courses, Predator and Ice Age, winding past animated T-Rexes, raptors, and other prehistoric troublemakers. It’s a fun, low-commitment outing when you want bragging rights, kid smiles, or an easy date-night laugh.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 2, 2026

WonderWorks Myrtle Beach is the upside-down building locals whisper about when rain cancels beach plans... only it's loaded with 100+ hands-on science exhibits, black-lit laser tag, a glow-in-the-dark ropes course, a 6D motion ride, and the Soar + Explore zipline soaring 50 feet above the water.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 19, 2026