Head north along the coast and you’ll find North Myrtle Beach, a city with roots dating back to 1968 when four beachside towns—Cherry Grove, Crescent Beach, Ocean Drive, and Windy Hill—came together. This stretch of the Grand Strand is not only famous for its wide beaches but also as the birthplace of the Carolina Shag, a dance woven into local culture. Barefoot Landing, with its lakeside shops and entertainment, has become a landmark for visitors, while the North Myrtle Beach Historical Museum preserves stories from the region’s earlier seaside communities. Blending modern attractions with timeless beach traditions, North Myrtle Beach is a destination with a personality all its own.