Need to Know Info: Pools, Water Parks, and Splash Pads in Myrtle Beach

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Thankfully Myrtle Beach got our first official splash pad recently and there are a few more tucked in the farthest corners of the Grand Strand. Here is a comprehensive list of the pools, splash pads and water parks in Myrtle Beach area.

Indoor & OUTDOOR pools

Most of the area’s public pools are indoor. There are plenty of private outdoor pools in country clubs, neighborhoods, etc. but since those are not accessible to all we’re not including them.

THE SMITH-JONES POOL | This was just renovated and re-opened in 2023. The pool is available to anyone for $2 per person.

ADDRESS: 1710 Smith Jones St, Conway

North Myrtle Beach Fitness & Aquatics Center | This is a members-only pool/gym but you can buy a day pass for $15 per person (ages 5+) or a weekly access pass for $55 per person.

Pepper Geddings Rec Center & Mary Canty Rec Center | The city’s two indoor public pools are at these centrally located recreation centers. This is a great place for swim lessons, swim competitions, and water certification courses. They do allow free/open swim during certain times. The daily rate is just $1 for people under 18 and $5 for those over 18.

Conway Sports and Fitness Center | Conway’s indoor pool is available for swim lessons and swim competitions. There are also plenty of hours for free swimming. Prices are affordable at $2 for anyone under 18 and $10 for anyone over 18.

YMCA | The Claire Chapin Epps and Georgetown branches both have indoor pools but membership is required for access to those facilities.

splash pads & water parks

FUTRELL PARK | Myrtle Beach’s first and only splash pad opened in 2023. This is a small neighborhood park in central Myrtle Beach. The park has brand new playground equipment and bathrooms.

ADDRESS: 1053 Futrell Park.

NOTES: Limited shade, limited seating. Some people are uncomfortable in this location so do your research before going.

Read our review of Futrell Park here.

James Fraizer Community Center | Not much info about this one online so definitely call before going to ensure it’s in operation. This park is about 20 minutes south of Conway in Bucksport. There is a newly remodeled park, walking trail and covered picnic tables so if you’re making the drive then plan to spend a little time here.

Tanger Outlet Splash Pad | Untraditional option but we use what we have. The splash pad at the Tanger Outlets off Highway 17 is near the Under Armour store so try to park nearby. We haven’t been to this one this season so not sure the hours or any other details.

Ben Cooper Splash Park | We love Georgetown and this splash pad is never crowded. It’s in a residential area and has a cute little playground there too. Some will question the safety of this area. We’ve been twice and never had issues but be mindful that it is concerning for some. You can check out what else we recommend doing in Georgetown.

Town Center Park | This park in Ocean Isle Beach, NC is not in the Grand Strand either but for folks in NMB, Little River or Longs it is within 30 minutes so it earns a mention. This park is great for the playground itself but obviously the splash pad holds a big appeal in the summer.

Myrtle Waves | Regular tickets are $27-37 depending on height. The season pass which is available at a discount through the end of May is $80 per pass holder.

Shark Wake Park | This place is super cool for the older kid & teen crowd. Kids must be 7+ and able to swim in order to even get a ticket. An Obstacle Course session lasts 50 minutes for $27. The early bird ticket (10a-12p) is the best deal. It gives you 2 hours for $25. They also have wake boarding, knee boarding, and water skiing. Memberships are available too. I’ll let you look up the price for that. Yikes.