Phase 2 of Savannah's Playground opens

Myrtle Beach’s most unique playground has grown to include more features and excitement for children of all abilities. Phase 2 of Savannah’s Playground opened, today, with $400,000 worth of new equipment. The now $2 million playground is adjacent to the city’s Crabtree Memorial Gymnasium, across the lake from The Market Common.

This year’s improvements will include a fence around the pond. Other recent improvements include four permanent restrooms and a water fountain and bottle-refilling station. The restrooms are handicapped-accessible and all have changing stations.

Savannah's Playground is the brainchild of former Myrtle Beach Mayor John Rhodes. It is named in honor of Savannah Thompson. A formal opening ceremony will be held at a future date.