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Cherry Grove Pier Surf Forecast, South Carolina

South Carolina

27th Ave/North Myrtle1-2ftDunes Cove1-2ftOcean Isle Beach1-2ft
Cherry Grove Pier surf spot

Current Conditions

Poor
Wave Height
1-2ft
ankle to knee high
Swell Period
7s
Wind
11mph
S / Gusts 19mph
Conditions
Poor
Active Swells
Primary
1.2ft @ 7sSE
Wind Swell
1.8ft @ 5sS

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Daily Forecast

3 of 5 days
Tue, Mar 311-2ft
Poor

Not the most exciting day — 1-2ft and poor conditions with moderate SSW wind around 10mph.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s SSE|10mph SSW
Wed, Apr 11-2ft
Poor

A slow one — 0-1ft waves and poor conditions with gentle SSW breeze.

6am9am12pm3pm
5s SSE|6-10mph SSW
Thu, Apr 21-2ft
Poor

Pretty quiet out there — 1-2ft and mostly poor with light SSE winds.

6am9am12pm3pm
6s SSE|5-8mph SSE
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Cherry Grove Pier Surf Spot Guide

Break
Beach
Bottom
Sand
Level
Beginner
Crowd
Moderate
Best Swell
S
Best Wind
NW
Season
Fall

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.

Pier pilingsSwimmers in summer monthsOccasional rip currents

Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.

Cherry Grove Pier Surf Forecast FAQ

What is the current surf forecast for Cherry Grove Pier?
The current wave height at Cherry Grove Pier is 1-2ft with a 7s swell period. Wind is S at 11mph. Conditions are rated Poor.
How accurate is the Cherry Grove Pier surf forecast?
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.
What is the breaking wave height at Cherry Grove Pier?
The current breaking wave height at Cherry Grove Pier is 1-2ft, produced by a 1.2ft SE primary swell at 7s, a 1.8ft S wind swell swell at 5s. 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.
When is the best time to surf Cherry Grove Pier?
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Cherry Grove Pier is Saturday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 2ft waves, a 7.5s swell period, and conditions rated Poor. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.