Springmaid Beach and the Downwind Sails area are two of the most recognized surf spots in Myrtle Beach. If there are waves on any given day, you know it will be breaking at Springmaid. Our goal is to permanently open Beach Access at Springmaid and around Myrtle Beach.

Popular with both local and visiting surfers, the area was created thirty years ago when surfing was banned during the day in the city limits of Myrtle Beach. Now with the planned development of the south end of the beach, the possibility of limiting or eliminating surfing at Springmaid Beach has been discussed by the city appointed Beach Safety Committee. After the surf community and kayak community voiced strong vocal opposition, a committee was formed to search for alternatives to restricting surf access at Springmaid Beach. At present, the committee addressing the surfing issue at Springmaid Beach (Jared Hendrix, Charlie Thompson, Jeff Cole and John Bailey) has made recommendations to the Beach Committee regarding Springmaid, including parking issues and a new beach access, as well recommendations regarding the current surfing/kayaking regulations within the MB city limits. While the future of surfing at Springmaid is still undecided, the Grand Strand Chapter is keeping an eye out for opportunities to cement the access rights of surfers. Meanwhile, help us keep this section of Ocean Boulevard., Midway Swash, and the beach clean. Don’t leave the beach empty handed, and use the trash cans. And if you see someone throw down their cigarette or other trash, remind them they are risking access to the break for everyone.