Sunset sessions in North Myrtle Beach

North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Recommendations refresh every 30 minutes based on tide, wind, and crowd telemetry from Quiver.

After-work glass-offs in North Myrtle Beach can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 2 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

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Today's sunset plan in North Myrtle Beach

Best window

2:30 PM–3:30 PM

tide in range, cross-shore winds, good swell angle

West-facing beaches for stunning sunset viewsOften cleaner afternoon conditionsGolden hour photography opportunitiesAfter-work session favorites

Sunset session picks in North Myrtle Beach

West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.

Cherry Grove Pier Northside
pier
intermediate-advanced

Cherry Grove Pier Northside is a pier-influenced surf zone at North Myrtle Beach in Grand Strand. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Beach facing
S-facing (160°)
Evening access

Use the official public access serving this shoreline and obey closures, dune protections, and seasonal surf-zone rules.

Cherry Grove Pier Southside
pier
intermediate-advanced

Cherry Grove Pier Southside is a pier-influenced surf zone at North Myrtle Beach in Grand Strand. The representative coordinate marks nearshore water, not a fixed takeoff; sandbars, currents, and access conditions can change.

Beach facing
S-facing (160°)
Evening access

Use the official public access serving this shoreline and obey closures, dune protections, and seasonal surf-zone rules.

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Wave Quality7/10
Crowd4/10
Overall8/10

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The best sunset sessions in North Myrtle Beach are at Cherry Grove Pier Northside, Cherry Grove Pier Southside. These spots offer stunning golden hour views while you ride.
Yes! Afternoon often brings cleaner conditions as morning onshore winds die down. Plus, the golden hour light and fewer crowds make for magical sessions.

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