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Birding Near Myrtle Beach, SC

16 birding locations within 50 miles

South Carolina · United States

16

Locations

47+

Species

5

Habitats

3

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Birding Locations Near Myrtle Beach

Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

3.4 mi away

Easy

Myrtle Beach State Park

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 268 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

South Carolina

13.8 mi away

Moderate

Lake Busbee

Lake birding hotspot in South Carolina with 214 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

14.2 mi away

Easy

Huntington Beach State Park - North Beach/Jetty/Dunes Trail

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 286 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
a river running through a lush green field

South Carolina

16.2 mi away

Easy

Huntington Beach State Park

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 340 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

16.4 mi away

Easy

Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 262 recorded species.

CoastalLakeSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

South Carolina

16.7 mi away

Easy

Brookgreen Botanical Gardens

Urban Park birding hotspot in South Carolina with 230 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

18.7 mi away

Moderate

Litchfield Beach

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 226 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

19.1 mi away

Moderate

Heritage Shores Nature Preserve

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 208 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

21.0 mi away

Challenging

Waties Island

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 227 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

North Carolina

24.6 mi away

Moderate

Sunset Beach - Twin Lakes

Coastal birding hotspot in North Carolina with 209 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

North Carolina

25.1 mi away

Moderate

Sunset Beach

Coastal birding hotspot in North Carolina with 232 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

North Carolina

29.8 mi away

Moderate

Ocean Isle Beach

Coastal birding hotspot in North Carolina with 221 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

30.6 mi away

Moderate

Hobcaw Barony

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 225 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

North Carolina

31.9 mi away

Moderate

Ocean Isle - East End

Coastal birding hotspot in North Carolina with 209 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

North Carolina

44.0 mi away

Challenging

Oak Island

Coastal birding hotspot in North Carolina with 214 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Lake birding habitat

North Carolina

46.8 mi away

Easy

Lake Waccamaw State Park

Lake birding hotspot in North Carolina with 208 recorded species.

LakeSpringFall

Top Species Near Myrtle Beach

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

WilletMourning DoveSanderlingLaughing GullRing-billed GullCanada GooseRing-necked DuckCommon GallinuleAmerican CootPied-billed GrebeDouble-crested CormorantBrown PelicanBrown-headed NuthatchGadwallBuffleheadHooded MerganserGreater YellowlegsGreat Horned OwlTurkey VultureRed-headed WoodpeckerRed-bellied WoodpeckerDowny WoodpeckerCarolina ChickadeeAnhingaBlack-crowned Night Heron+22 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Coastal11 locations
Lake3 locations
Forest2 locations
Wetland2 locations
Urban Park1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring16 locations
Fall16 locations
Winter16 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Myrtle Beach, SC?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Myrtle Beach include Myrtle Beach State Park, Lake Busbee, Huntington Beach State Park - North Beach/Jetty/Dunes Trail, Huntington Beach State Park, Huntington Beach State Park - Mullet Pond. These spots offer coastal, lake, urban park habitats.
What birds can I see near Myrtle Beach?▼
Birders near Myrtle Beach can spot species including Willet, Mourning Dove, Sanderling, Laughing Gull, Ring-billed Gull, Canada Goose, Ring-necked Duck, Common Gallinule. The area's 5 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Myrtle Beach?▼
The best seasons for birding near Myrtle Beach are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Myrtle Beach?▼
There are 16 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Myrtle Beach, SC, ranging from 3.4 to 46.8 miles from the city center.

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