Myrtle Beach - Grand Strand Beach, SC. Looking at the Apache Pier. This pier, 300 yards in length, is one of the longest piers on the east coast, the longest one being the Naval Weapons Station Earle in New Jersey. That pier is 2.2 miles long. Welcome to South Carolina, where you will find world-class coastal resorts, pristine beaches, and more than 330 golf courses designed by the world's best architects. Our state parks offer experiences in diverse settings that range from scenic mountaintops to quiet, inland lakes. Whether your interests are shopping, entertainment, or getting back to nature, there is always something new to discover in South Carolina.