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The Pier at Garden City

Fishing pier · Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temp 71°F (22°C)

Live data from NOAA buoy MROS1 (7.3 mi away), as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy MROS1, as of Oct 20, 6:18 AM UTC

No official beach-advisory feed for South Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 71°F at The Pier at Garden City now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todayWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot
Editor's Notes
Garden City Pier reaches more than 650 feet into the Atlantic at the south end of South Carolina's Grand Strand — a longtime local landmark for pier fishing, ocean views, and live music at the end-of-pier bar.

Family-friendly seasonal fishing venue, with a tackle shop, an arcade & a cafe.

Weather at The Pier at Garden City

58°F, Clear · H 71° / L 56° · 2% chance of rain
H: 71° L: 56°
Clear
Clear
58°
|
Feels like 49°
Precipitation
2%
Humidity
58%
Wind
15 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
61°
3 AM
Clear
58°
6 AM
Clear
56°
9 AM
Sunny
57°
12 PM
Sunny
65°
3 PM
Sunny
71°
6 PM
Sunny
71°
9 PM
Clear
67°

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Pier at Garden City?
The Pier at Garden City is a fishing pier in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina.
What is the water temperature at The Pier at Garden City?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at The Pier at Garden City in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina is 71°F (22°C), measured by NOAA buoy MROS1, 7.3 miles away.
Can you swim at The Pier at Garden City?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 71°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is The Pier at Garden City rated?
The Pier at Garden City in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 7123 reviews.

Location & Contact

110 S Waccamaw Dr, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Murrells Inlet, South Carolina 29576

Popular Times
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Afternoon
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Evening
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🎣 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Obtain necessary fishing licenses and permits
  • ›Check local regulations on catch limits and seasons
  • ›Bring appropriate gear for the target species
  • ›Practice catch and release for conservation

Features & amenities

People Talk About

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Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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