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Myrtle Beach Seashell Guide: When To Look and What You Can Find!

Hunting for Myrtle Beach seashells is a favorite activity for many Grand Strand visitors. Part of the fun can be identifying your finds, particularly when you discover a pristine or unique shell along the shore. While there are dozens of varieties, we’ve chosen to highlight some of our favorites and the seashells you’re most likely to encounter locally.

Because the Grand Strand reaches more than 60 miles, knowing how to find the best shells and where to look can seem impossible, so we’ve gathered shelling tips and tricks to make your exploring worthwhile. Use this guide to identify your treasures, and remember to be respectful of wildlife as you hunt by leaving anything living where you’ve found it.

Happy shelling!

Beaches With Seashells Around Myrtle Beach

If you’re staying at an oceanfront hotel, the most convenient place to hunt for seashells will be right outside the door, but you may have better luck at less populated beaches. Nearby, Huntington Beach State Park and Myrtle Beach State Park are great options for shelling, and areas south of Myrtle Beach, such as Garden City Beach, Litchfield, and Pawleys Island , can yield an excellent variety of seashells. Anytime you’re on an excursion, cruise, or kayak tour that includes an island stop, keep your eyes peeled for banded tulips, heart cockles, and other seashell varieties.

Where To Find Myrtle Beach Seashells

If you’re shelling only along the Myrtle Beach shoreline, you might be missing out. Whether you’re on a secluded beach or a popular coastline by oceanfront hotels, being thorough while hunting will produce the best results. Here are all the places you should look for seashells:

Right at the shoreline

Along the high-water line

In pools left on the beach at low tide

Any beach area with wet sand

A few feet into the ocean (floating or resting on the shallow floor)

Tangled in grass and seaweed on the beach

Beneath the top layer of sand or mixed in with rocks

When To Hunt for Myrtle Beach Shells

Watch the tides for the best time to find seashells along Myrtle Beach shores. When the tide is going out, particularly after a large storm, the bigger waves can wash beautiful seashell specimens to the sand. You’ll also enjoy more success after a full moon or new moon when the tide is lowest. Consider adding a free app to your phone to monitor the tide. 

Hitting the Myrtle Beach shoreline for calico scallops, lettered olives, or other shells early in the morning before other hunters are out is a good strategy for getting first dibs on the best seashells. You also might have more success hunting seashells in Myrtle Beach during the off-season months when the beaches are less populated.

How To Find Sand Dollars in Myrtle Beach

Finding a sand dollar is all about the timing. These marine animals live along the shoreline and are often buried just below the surface, so they are easiest to spot during a low tide. Check if a sand dollar is alive by flipping it over and gently rubbing to see if any of the cilia (tiny hairs) are moving. Dead sand dollars will remain motionless. It is illegal to remove live sand dollars from the beach in South Carolina, so if you find one, take a picture and then set it free! If you keep a skeleton as a souvenir and wish to whiten it up, you’ll want to rinse it thoroughly and then soak it in bleach water.

How To Find Starfish in Myrtle Beach

Starfish are relatively easy to find because they are brightly colored and do not burrow like sand dollars. Viewing Starfish is ideal at low tide, as they commonly appear in shallow water or other rocky areas. Occasionally, Myrtle Beach-area beaches will experience mass strandings of starfish where thousands of them will wash ashore. Just note that live starfish should not be taken from the beach. You’ll know a starfish is dead if it does not respond to a gentle touch, or if its body is stiff or cold.

What types of seashells can you find at Myrtle Beach?

There are hundreds of shell-dwelling species living in the South Carolina coastal waters, which is what makes the shells of Myrtle Beach so interesting. Whelks, lettered olives, jingles, coquina, tulips, and calicos are among the most common finds, but each has its own characteristics and coloring. You also might come across sea stars and sand dollars while shelling, which are some of the most interesting sea creatures to wash ashore.

Myrtle Beach Shells Identification Guide

Compare this list of common Myrtle Beach seashells to your haul to see what treasures you’ve found.

Lettered Olive

Named the South Carolina state shell in 1984, the lettered olive is smooth and shiny with a cylindrical shape and brown markings. These shells can be up to three inches long, and they’re found all along the South Carolina coast and as far away as Brazil.

Jingle Shells

Jingle shells (aka witch’s toenail) are a favorite among beachgoers because of their shiny and colorful exteriors. They are often yellow, golden, brown, or silver. When strung as decoration, the shells make a jingling sound in the breeze.

Whelk Shells

Sometimes confused for conch shells, whelks feature a similar shape and spiraled internal structure. Whelks are carnivorous predatory snails, and many varieties live along the S.C. coast. If you find one with a snail still inside, return it to the ocean as it is likely still alive! 

Banded Tulip

Spindle-shaped and cream-colored with streaks of of pink, the banded tulip shell features stripes around its body. The smooth and dainty shell packs a pretty ruthless snail inside. The carnivorous black snail uses its tongue to bore a hole through a victim’s shell and chow down on its prey. 

Atlantic Moon Snail Shell

The Atlantic moon snail shell is spherical and close to what you’d picture if you were thinking about a land snail. Like many of the other critters on this list, the Atlantic moon snail is a vicious predator. It bores a hole in the shell of its prey and sucks the creature out.

Heart Cockles

Commonly found along the shore of the Myrtle Beach area, heart cockles are clam shells—usually found separated—that resemble a heart when they are still joined. The shells can be three to five inches wide and feature a white or yellowish exterior and a pink, rosy interior.

Calico scallop

Another common Myrtle Beach seashell is the calico scallop. This shell can be around three inches wide and features splotchy brown/red/maroon markings against a cream-colored background. These mollusks are distinct for their ability to actively swim, propelling themselves as fast as nine body lengths per second.

Coquina Clams

Often found alive and burrowing into the sand near the water’s edge, the coquina clam is a favorite find for beachgoing children. The small, smooth clamshells are less than an inch long and come in a variety of colors, including yellows, blues, pinks, and purples. The clams use short siphons to feed on plant material in the water.

Sand Dollars

Sand dollars are burrowing sea urchins that live close to the shore just beneath the sand. They are known for the five markings on their skeleton. Live sand dollars are covered in small spines with tiny hairs sticking out; those spines allow the sand dollar to move around across the ocean floor. When alive, they have a reddish-brown appearance, but they turn to a whitish gray when dead. 

Starfish is a misnomer for this creature, which many scientists would prefer to call the sea star, as this invertebrate is not actually a fish. Closely related to sand dollars and other sea urchins, starfish … er, sea stars … typically have five arms and bony skin to protect themselves from predators. They can regenerate limbs if necessary, and some species can actually regenerate a whole sea star from a single limb. Another cool fact: They consume food outside of their bodies by essentially spitting their stomachs into clam shells and devouring the contents before sucking their bellies back in. 

You’re ready to start exploring to find the many shells of Myrtle Beach! Whether you’re meandering on the shore or taking a kayak tour , you’re sure to discover these natural souvenirs during your vacation. Just remember always to check the seashells you pick up and make sure they’re empty, and to leave live starfish and sand dollars where you find them.

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Do you want to collect the best seashells, sea glass and shark teeth in Myrtle Beach and the east coast in 2023? Are you looking for free family fun? Just check our 60+ miles of coastline, and start your shell hunting hunting adventure!

If you are serious about finding the best shells and beach combing...

If you are staying at one of the more popular (busy) hotels or resorts you might want to check out other beaches which may be less crowded. You will find suggestions below regarding where to look for and find sea shells in 2023.

Start your day as early as you cam, before vehicles or people start tromping around. Also, begin your day early! The best time to find shells and shark teeth is at low tide and after a big storm!

Do not touch or pick up a sand dollar. It is againsat the law in Myrtle Beach (or any South Carolina beach.) Remember before you pick up a sand dollar, because if your are caught, you may have to pay a fine!

So how can you tell if the sand dollar is alive or dead? Find out more Here.

2023 Shelling and Beach tips

Be sure to apply plenty of sunscreen even on cloudy and rainy days. Also check the schedule of high and low tides before you start your beach combing day! I made this mistake once and walked back to my car with wet jeans, cold shoes, and freezing hands and feet. My jeans were soaked and it was a long and miserable walk back to the State Park with my teeth chattering all the way! It only takes one time to learn this valuable lesson!

Remember... Myrtle Beach is not Florida! Due to the curve of the ocean and land, you will not find as many shells as you will further south. Myrtle Beach is not Florida! But that said, we have found plenty of shells to take home.

Myrtle Beach State Park is a good location, but you need to know in advance that there is an admission fee. Check the website or call 843-238-5325 for more information. It is not heavily populated during the week, although it does get crowded on the weekends and during tourist season. It is a beautiful State Park. If you need to purchase bait or other fishing equipment, there will be an additional charge. If you want to find the best shells, you need to get an early start, especially during tourist season.

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Pawleys Island is not usually overcrowded, and increases your chances of finding shells that have not been disturbed (broken or cracked.) We find many shark teeth and different shells. One day we noticed a family of starfish as they moved along the beach. It was amazing to see this, and of course my iPhone was locked up in my car!

To get to Pqwlwys Isalnd and head south Rt. 17. After you pass the tpwn of of Pawleys Island, watch for the sign that says "Causeway" Turn left on the causeway which will take you to the island. Take a right off this road, and the next (residential road) and start looking for the "free parking" sign. PARKING LOT (photo information)

Please remember It is very important that you DO NOT pick up any live sea creature! They have their lives to live.

Bull Island , inside Cape Romain National Refuge is located about 7- miles south of Myrtle Beach. Google it! See the Coastal Expeditions Bulls Island Ferry schedule for dates and information.

Shark Teeth - Everyone wants to find shark teeth to take home from their Myrtle Beach vacation! Most of the teeth we find are on the small side, but shark teeth come in all sizes. They are shiny, black and shaped like a triangle. Once you find your first shark tooth, you will know exactly what you're looking for. Here are some YouTube videos help you get started

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Still can't fins shark teeth? Visit another beach! The Grand Strand offers 60+ miles of beach-line. I recently received an e-mail from a family member was concerned because they could not find any shark teeth.

We exchanged some e-mail and he told me this - "This year we stayed at Kingston Plantations. In 4 days we didn't fine even one tooth. But in the morning we drove up to North Myrtle Beach and found tons of shells in just one hour."

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Didn't find the shells you were looking forward to taking home? Visit Shell World. It's about 1/4 mi. S. of Pirate Land Campground. I have no affiliation with this business, but I know they offer a LOT of shells for sale. You will see many stores of this sort of beach store, located in every stand-alone big building .

So there you go, friends! Keep looking, even if you have to drive a short distance. We have 60+ miles of sandy beaches in the Grand Strand to choose from.

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Whose Shell Is This? Before heading for the beach, be sure to check this link to discover what shells you may find on our area beaches. The .pdf is from the Myrtle Beach State Park and it will help you identify some of the most common Myrtle Beach shells!

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Shell seeking is one of the most beloved activities vacationers take part in every summer on Edisto Beach, but there’s one place on the island that is a must-see for any seashell lover.

Shell Island is the nickname given to a sandbar island just across from Jeremy’s Inlet. This area can be seen by walking down the section of the beach in front of the beach campground of the South Carolina State Park. During low tide, it seems possible to walk across the inlet and onto the island, but the currents are very strong and the tide changes quickly making it possible to get stranded on the island.

A better way to get to the island is to call Edisto native Captain Ron Elliott at (843) 869-1937. Capt. Ron will take shell seekers out on a boat and leave them on the island for about two hours. Once on the island, visitors will be pleasantly surprised by the amount of shells scattered on the island.

Many of the shells are bleached from years of direct sunlight that shines down and whitens the sand of the island. Several shells are in excellent condition making it possible to bring home some natural souvenirs from an Edisto vacation.

Shells on the island include the butterfly-shaped Angelwings, slender Wentletraps, spiny Apple murexes, scalloped calicos and cockles, Atlantic Jacknives, Slippersnails, Surfcalms, and Wing Oysters, Banded Tulips, Whelks, Channeled Duckclams, Wentletraps, and more.

It’s also possible to find hermit crabs scuttling about over shells and in the sand, but they generally prefer to be left alone.

Other treasures on Shell Island include sharks teeth, horseshoe crab shells, sun-bleached driftwood, sand dollars, starfish, sea glass, and fossils. Loggerhead turtle nests also dot the land, but are not to be disturbed.

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Hi, my husband and I will be there Saturday for a week, for our anniversary, and its our first time to MB> Anybody know where to go pick up sea shells and seaglass? I heard theres an island excursion thats really good somewhere, but cant find anything about it. Mostly planning on hanging out on the beach, staying at the Sea Dip, and relaxing, we're on a tight budget this year! Thanks for all the great tips I've read here! I love the Trip Advisor site, especially reviews and forum.

Thanks in advance, sorry I am posting this so late! I leave on Saturday! LOL

Wish I could help. My mom and I have joined a shell club in Columbia, SC and they have directed us to go to Edisto Beach in SC....NO SHELLS. I am not one to pick up 'live shells'...in fact I never have. it's about the hunt. if anyone out there can help - fabulous!

Hard to know in advance how the shells will be from trip to trip. The season of the year, water temps, weather,etc.....can have affect on shells.

One week you might find a lot of smaller shells. The next large ones. And then the next ground up pieces.

Forty years of beach trips I've found one small conch shell amd two very small starfish. Have heard stories of people finding live sand dollars in warm summer water.

Walk along the water's edge. Can sometimes see large shells that are too heavy for the tide to bring all the way in.

Think there's some deals in Murrells Inlet and Pawley's Island areas that take you out to islands for shelling. Don't know if they operate in winter.

Sea glass is very rare. Think somebody mentioned it in a book and now everybody is looking for it.

I agree with MB State Park. We go to the far southern tip to look for shells there.

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PRICES & BOOKINGS  

All our tours are private. It will only be your party on the boat. 

Marco Island Shelling Tour (2.5 – 3 hours): $275.00 for up to 6 passengers.  Enjoy some of the best shelling in the area. We usually come across dolphins on our ride to and from the shelling island.

Marco Island to Naples Tour (3.5 to 4 hours): $350.00 for up to 6 passengers. We cruise to Naples with a stop at Keewaydin Island on our way back.

The Marco 360 Tour (2.5 – 3 hours): $325.00 for up to 6 passengers. We completely circle Marco Island, touring canals and looking for Dolphins while enjoying the beauty of the Island.

Canal Cruise (1.5 hours): $150.00 for up to 6 passengers. Tour some of the canals of Marco Island. You will see some of the Many beautiful homes on the Island from the water.

HOW DO I BOOK A BOAT TOUR? 

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