Never Underestimate the Potential of a Winter Beach Trip
- January 16, 2023
- 4:31 pm
If your beach vacation schedule has winter dates, you understand.
Myrtle Beach is a blast in the summer. It’s also a great off-season destination. With mild weather and a year-round vibe, the Grand Strand has lots to offer when it’s chilly at home.
This list should get you started.
Anyone Vacationing at the Beach This Winter: Try These Activities
Fill the short winter days with lots of outdoor activities. From relaxing to the adventurous, you have plenty of awesome options.
- Flying kites
It’s a simple pastime, reminiscent of childhood. And winter winds make it a blast at the beach.
PRO TIPS
- Visit Klig’s Kites. You’ll find helpful service from a knowledgeable staff. This gift shop has lots of awesome items, so take your time and shop!
- Ride bikes
Families that take part in this activity can find new adventures at every turn. Plus, you’re adding exercise to your getaway.
PRO TIPS
- Check out It’s Electric Bike Rental Tours & Sales. They’re THE place to go for a great price and a satisfying experience.
- Hunt ghost crabs
If staying out a bit after dark for a fun hunt as a family sounds good, we’ve got the activity for you. They’re fun to find, but leave them where you find them.
PRO TIPS
- Hit the shore after dark with a flashlight. You’ll see many scurrying across the sand. They usually freeze when you shine the light on them!
- Be quiet and don’t rush. Look for holes in the sand. You don’t need to capture them — other than in your memory or a smartphone photo.
- Collect shells and sharks’ teeth
You’re unlikely to have the stiff competition for treasures you might have in the summer months. Winter is a great time to find a gem of a shell.
PRO TIPS
- After a storm, it is an ideal time to hunt. Sandbars and tidepools at low tide often contain intact shells and shark teeth.
- Scan shell piles. For sharks’ teeth, look for the glint of shiny black. Look along the strand line, where the high tide has pushed deposits.
Ocean Reef: Part of a Wonderful Collection of Beach Properties
For a dose of family togetherness, it’s tough to top a beach getaway. Ocean Reef offers the comforts of home with amenities that make each day special. Enjoy indoor pools, on-site dining, and easy access to the reason you’re here — the beach! Book your next stay, today.
