Location: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Years Active: 1966 – Active Family Kingdom Amusement Park isn’t about sleek thrills or fancy rides. It’s about that sun-bleached, salty-aired, boardwalk kind of magic. Think creaky roller coasters, laughter echoing under the pier, and the smell of popcorn that just won’t quit. The Swamp Fox is a legend –…
Location: Surfside Beach, South Carolina Years Active: 1958 – Active Wild Water & Wheels… it’s that classic Surfside Beach spot with the faded colors and slightly rusty rides. But hey, that’s part of the charm, right? Locals have loved (and tolerated) this place for decades. You won’t find cutting-edge tech here, but you WILL get…
Location: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Years Active: 2088 – Active The Pavilion Park is Myrtle Beach’s go-to spot for carnival thrills. It’s got classic rides, and they keep adding more. Expect crowds, especially during summer and those special events they host. weekdays are calmer, and check their website for those event dates! Want the best…
Location: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Years Active: 1954 – 1990 Magic Harbor was an amusement park located south of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina that operated from 1954 until the mid-1990s. Originally called PirateLand, it was renamed for its 1975 re-opening with a revamped British theme. The site is now occupied by two campgrounds. Magic Harbor Map 1980 FAQ
Location: Fort Mill, South Carolina Years Active: 1978 – 1989 Heritage USA was an American Christian-themed water park, theme park and residential complex in Fort Mill, South Carolina, built by televangelist Jim Bakker and his wife Tammy Faye Bakker, founders of The PTL Club. The park, which occupied 2,300 acres, was built by church builder Roe Messner. Since its closure in 1989, projects have been constructed on…
