Sight guide · Myrtle Beach · United States
Visiting Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh
At the northern end of North Myrtle Beach, Cherry Grove's fishing pier stretches well out into the Atlantic, with a two-level observation deck at its end.
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Quick answer
Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh is a waterfront in North Myrtle Beach, Myrtle Beach. Allow 1–2 hours; it is low cost. Booking ahead is not usually needed.
Key facts
- Type
- Waterfront
- Area
- North Myrtle Beach
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Book ahead
- Not usually needed
- Good for
- views, nature and outdoors
- Best months
- April–May and October
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About Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh
At the northern end of North Myrtle Beach, Cherry Grove's fishing pier stretches well out into the Atlantic, with a two-level observation deck at its end. Behind the beach, the tidal channels of Cherry Grove marsh are good for kayaking, crabbing and watching birds.
Tip: Rent a kayak or paddleboard and explore the marsh channels at high tide.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 1–2 hours.
- Cost: Low cost.
- Book ahead: not usually needed; buy on arrival.
- Where: North Myrtle Beach, low-rise beach city, shag-dancing clubs on Main Street and Cherry Grove's marsh.
Best time to visit Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh
Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- October: 24°C (75°F) highs, about 6 rainy days, moderate crowds.
- April: 23°C (73°F) highs, about 7 rainy days, moderate crowds.
- May: 27°C (81°F) highs, about 8 rainy days, busy crowds.
For the view at golden hour: in mid-October the sun sets at about 18:42 local time (calculated for Myrtle Beach).
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Fit it into your trip
Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh is not on our short itineraries, so plan it as an extra once you have seen Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade and SkyWheel Myrtle Beach.
- No. 14 of the 15 sights in our Myrtle Beach things-to-do list.
- One of the picks in outdoors in Myrtle Beach.
Near Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh
Also in North Myrtle Beach, so you can walk between them:
- Barefoot Landing — half a day, free
If you like Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh
- Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade — Central Myrtle Beach and the Boardwalk, 1–2 hours
- Huntington Beach State Park and Atalaya — Murrells Inlet and Garden City, Half a day
- Myrtle Beach State Park — Market Common, 2–3 hours
- Murrells Inlet MarshWalk — Murrells Inlet and Garden City, 2–3 hours
Staying near Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh
Stay in North Myrtle Beach ($$) to walk here: low-rise beach city, shag-dancing clubs on Main Street and Cherry Grove's marsh. All areas to stay in Myrtle Beach.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh?
Plan 1–2 hours. With Barefoot Landing nearby, it fits a half-day in North Myrtle Beach.
+Is Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh free?
No, it is low cost. Tickets are usually available on the day.
+When is the best time to visit Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh?
April–May and October for the most comfortable weather. Rent a kayak or paddleboard and explore the marsh channels at high tide.
+Do I need to book Cherry Grove Pier and Marsh in advance?
Usually not: you can decide on the day.