South Carolina
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Cherry Grove Pier, South Carolina. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with 8mph from the SSW. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 13mph.
Sun, May 17: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. A slow one — 1-2ft waves and very poor conditions with gentle SW breeze. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 13mph.
Mon, May 18: 0–1ft, 8s period, rated Very Poor. Pretty quiet out there — 0-1ft and mostly very poor with gentle S breeze. Afternoon breeze fills in to 10mph.
Tue, May 19: 1–2ft, 9s period, rated Poor. Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with calm winds. Afternoon breeze fills in to 9mph.
Wed, May 20: 1–2ft, 8s period, rated Poor. Slim pickings today — 1-2ft and poor with calm winds. Winds do pick up a bit by the afternoon to 12mph.
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Cherry Grove Pier is a welcoming beach break located in the northern reaches of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offering accessible waves suitable for surfers of all skill levels. The sandy bottom and gradual beach approach create forgiving conditions, with consistent waist-to-shoulder-high waves during fall and winter swells. The iconic pier provides a scenic landmark and can create interesting wave patterns nearby, making it a popular local spot that balances fun waves with convenience.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Cherry Grove Pier is 1-2ft with a 7.35s swell period. Wind is SSW at 8mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Cherry Grove Pier is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.1ft SE primary swell at 7s, a 0.6ft S wind swell swell at 3s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Cherry Grove Pier is Wednesday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 8.45s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Cherry Grove Pier works best with a S swell and NW winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Cherry Grove Pier. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Cherry Grove Pier is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to beginner surfers. Cherry Grove Pier is a welcoming beach break located in the northern reaches of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offering accessible waves suitable for surfers of all skill levels. The sandy bottom and gradual beach approach create forgiving conditions, with consistent waist-to-shoulder-high waves during fall and winter swells. The iconic pier provides a scenic landmark and can create interesting wave patterns nearby, making it a popular local spot that balances fun waves with convenience.
The prime season at Cherry Grove Pier is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Cherry Grove Pier include pier pilings, swimmers in summer months, occasional rip currents. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Cherry Grove Pier forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
