As part of our "First in Service" pledge, the City of Myrtle Beach is committed to accessibility for our residents and visitors with disabilities.  The following information will be helpful in your travels around the city.

Beach-Going Wheelchairs

Myrtle Beach has 14 beach-going wheelchairs available for use at no cost on a first-come, first-serve basis.  The chairs are equipped with balloon tires and safety belts for people with disabilities.

• From April 15 through September 15, just ask at the nearest lifeguard stand, and a chair will be brought to that location.  Chairs typically are available in one-hour increments during the summer, due to the demand.

• From September 15 to April 15, call 918-1382 to arrange for use of a chair for up to one week.  We will bring the chair to your residence or hotel lobby during the fall and winter months.  Use of the chairs is free, but we do require a photo identification.

Parking and Parking Meters

Under South Carolina law, anyone with a valid handicapped hang tag or license plate, as well as anyone with a valid Disabled American Veterans or Purple Heart license plate, may park for free at any parking meter in the state.  Of course, city buildings have designated handicapped parking spaces. 

Accessible Beach Access Points

Myrtle Beach has 37 public beach access points (street ends, parks and other access points) that are accessible in varying degrees to people with physical disabilities.  Here is the list of those public locations, from south to north.