Myrtle Waves opened on June 1, 1985, in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and has run every summer season since, earning its reputation as the largest water park in the Myrtle Beach area and in the entire state.
Owned by Lazarus Entertainment Group, the same company behind the nearby Broadway Grand Prix go-kart park, Myrtle Waves spans roughly 20 acres and, as of the 2019 season, offered 22 slides and attractions spread across 12 distinct water rides for visitors of every age.
Stats at a Glance
- Location: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Opened: June 1, 1985
- Size: About 20 acres
- Slides/Attractions: About 22 slides and attractions (2019)
- Water Rides: About 12
- Owner: Lazarus Entertainment Group
- Notable Feature: Ten-story Turbo Twisters, featured on Travel Channel’s Xtreme Waterparks (2017)
The Ride Experience
Myrtle Waves built its reputation on a mix of thrill and relaxation. Its lineup has included the towering, ten-story Turbo Twisters, an enclosed body slide that drew national attention when it appeared on the Travel Channel’s Xtreme Waterparks in 2017.
Beyond the high-speed slides, the park has offered a large wave pool and a lazy river for guests looking for a gentler pace, rounding out a lineup built for families spending a full day in the South Carolina sun.
A Myrtle Beach Institution
Since opening in 1985, Myrtle Waves has operated every season from Memorial Day through Labor Day, becoming a fixture of the Myrtle Beach tourism scene alongside its sister properties.
Its parent company, Lazarus Entertainment Group, also runs Broadway Grand Prix, tying Myrtle Waves into a broader family of Myrtle Beach entertainment venues that has shaped the area’s attraction landscape for decades.
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Myrtle Waves FAQs
When did Myrtle Waves open?
Myrtle Waves opened on June 1, 1985, and has operated every season since.
How big is Myrtle Waves?
The park covers about 20 acres and, as of the 2019 season, featured roughly 22 slides and attractions across 12 water rides.
Who owns Myrtle Waves?
Myrtle Waves is owned by Lazarus Entertainment Group, which also operates the nearby Broadway Grand Prix.
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