1937 Map of Myrtle Beach

About this map

Myrtle Beach and its coastline were undergoing significant transformation in the late 1930s, transitioning from a series of scattered settlements into a developing coastal destination. The topography shows the early footprint of the Atlantic Coast Line railroad and the Intracoastal Waterway, which carved through the swampy landscape near Pine Island. While the coast features the Ocean Forest Club and early parks like Myrtle Beach State Park, the interior remains defined by rural landmarks such as St Stephen Ch and the Big Swamp Sch. This survey records a specific moment when coastal communities like Garden City and Floral Beach were just emerging, and the historic Kings Highway served as the primary artery along the Atlantic Ocean. The landscape is a mix of dense swamps, such as Big Swamp, and the unique "swash" inlets that define the Grand Strand's geology.