Pickleball on the Grand Strand: Where to Play, Compete, and Train in Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach

There is a sound that has been getting louder on the Grand Strand over the last few years. It is a hard, hollow pop — paddle meeting ball, sharp and rhythmic — and if you have spent any time near a community center, a sports complex, or an open parking lot that someone decided to chalk up with court lines, you have probably heard it. Pickleball has arrived in a serious way along the South Carolina coast, and the infrastructure to support it is growing at a pace that is genuinely hard to keep up with.

For visitors planning a trip to Ocean Drive, Cherry Grove, or anywhere else along the northern stretch of the Grand Strand, that growth translates to real options — drop-in courts a short drive from the beach, indoor facilities that stay cool when the July heat sets in, organized play for people who want a little competition, and clinics for people who want to get better before they show up. Whether you are coming with a paddle already packed or you have never played a game in your life, the Grand Strand in 2026 has a pickleball court waiting for you.

This guide covers the venues that are open right now, what each one offers, what is still on the way, and a June event at Pin Point that is worth adding to your itinerary if you want to move better on the court and carry that improvement with you the rest of the summer.

Why Pickleball and the Grand Strand Are a Natural Fit

Pickleball has been the fastest-growing sport in the country every year since 2021, and the Grand Strand has all the ingredients to accelerate that further. The area draws a substantial retired and semi-retired population — exactly the demographic that has been picking up paddles all across the Southeast — and its tourism economy means a steady flow of visitors who are looking for active, social activities that don’t require advance skill or heavy equipment. A paddle fits in a beach bag. A game lasts 15 minutes or two hours depending on how competitive things get. And the courts, increasingly, are just down the road.

The cities of Myrtle Beach and North Myrtle Beach have both responded with real investment. North Myrtle Beach is currently building a $6.5 million, 15-court complex off Possum Trot Road — a project that broke ground in late 2025 and reflects just how seriously the city is taking its pickleball community. Meanwhile, the private sector has piled in from multiple directions, with new facilities opening and several more announced for later in 2026. For vacationers staying along the Crescent Beach or Windy Hill sections, the nearest court is never very far.

Pin Point Indoor Pickleball & Golf — Little River

If you are staying on the northern end of the Grand Strand and want the most fully-featured indoor pickleball experience currently available in the area, Pin Point Indoor Pickleball & Golf in Little River is the answer. The facility opened in early 2026 inside a 47,000-square-foot building off S.C. Highway 90 — a former Sports Zone location — and it has established itself quickly as a destination in its own right.

Nine professional-grade indoor pickleball courts. Seven Trackman golf simulator bays. A full bar and restaurant open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. A pro shop. Private event space. Courts open at 7 a.m. seven days a week, which means you can get in a morning session before the beach crowds even wake up, or rally late into the evening after dinner. Non-members can reserve pickleball courts for open play at $15 for a two-hour session, with full court reservations available at $50 per hour. Members get reduced rates and longer cancellation windows. Everyone — member or not — creates a Pin Point account and signs a waiver before their first visit; it takes a few minutes and is handled through the Pin Point app.

The climate-controlled courts are the real draw for summer visitors. Playing pickleball at 11 a.m. in July on an outdoor court in South Carolina is a different experience than most people are looking for. At Pin Point, that problem doesn’t exist. The facility is at 304 SC-90, Unit A-1, Little River, SC 29566 — a straight shot from North Myrtle Beach along Highway 90.

J. Bryan Floyd Community Center — North Myrtle Beach

For visitors who want to play on the North Myrtle Beach side without going to Little River, the J. Bryan Floyd Community Center at 1030 Possum Trot Road is the established public option. It has been a hub of pickleball activity in the city for years and currently offers six indoor courts and four outdoor courts — ten in total — with permanent lines and portable nets available.

Indoor play runs Monday through Friday in organized session blocks: 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and noon to 3 p.m. Each session accommodates 24 pre-booked spots plus eight walk-in openings. The indoor courts are separated by skill level — the first gym runs three courts suggested for beginners to intermediate players, while the second gym runs three courts recommended for strong intermediate to advanced players. The daily fee for non-North Myrtle Beach residents is $2. Outdoor courts behind the main building at 1400 Outrigger Road are free and available from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day. Sessions can be booked at parks.nmb.us.

The community center also runs free introductory clinics periodically for people new to the sport — a practical first step if you have never picked up a paddle and want to understand the basics before committing to a two-hour open play session. It is worth checking the parks department calendar before your trip to see what is scheduled during your stay.

Bistro B — Myrtle Beach

Bistro B, at 1803 North Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach, carved out a specific niche when it opened in April 2025: a full-service restaurant where pickleball is part of the experience rather than something bolted on as an afterthought. Three outdoor hard courts sit behind the main dining room, free for anyone to use, with permanent lines and nets already in place. No reservation, no fee — just show up.

The menu at Bistro B covers a wide stretch of territory — steaks, sushi including Brazilian-style rolls, lamb chops, burgers, ceviche, fish and chips — with a cocktail program that leans creative. The house pickle martini has become something of a calling card. The vibe is casual enough for a post-game meal in athletic clothes but polished enough to work as a dinner destination on its own. A pickleball club is available for regulars, with member paddles provided. For visitors spending a few days in Myrtle Beach proper, Bistro B works as a lunch-or-dinner anchor around which an afternoon of play naturally organizes itself.

What’s Coming: New Facilities Opening in 2026

Three significant pickleball projects are currently in development on the Grand Strand and represent the next major expansion of what visitors will find here.

Central Park Pickleball Complex — North Myrtle Beach

The City of North Myrtle Beach broke ground in October 2025 on the Central Park Pickleball Complex off Possum Trot Road, directly across from the J. Bryan Floyd Community Center. The $6.5 million project will add 15 courts — including a covered championship court — along with a small clubhouse, restrooms, vending, and open lawn seating for spectators. Construction was officially underway as of spring 2026. When complete, this complex will give North Myrtle Beach one of the more serious dedicated pickleball facilities anywhere on the South Carolina coast, and it sits on the same road corridor that already serves as the city’s primary court destination.

The PicklePort — Myrtle Beach

The PicklePort is targeted to open in the third quarter of 2026 on about six acres adjacent to Whispering Pines Golf Course at 900 Harrelson Boulevard in Myrtle Beach. The project is a public-private partnership with the city, operating under a 20-year lease. The planned layout includes 12 climate-controlled indoor courts, four covered outdoor courts, two tournament courts with grandstand seating, a snack bar serving coffee, smoothies, and prepared food, a pro shop, and locker rooms. The PicklePort is designed for competitive and recreational play alike, with league schedules and events built into the programming calendar from the start.

Dink District — Carolina Forest, Myrtle Beach

At 200 Ronald McNair Boulevard in Carolina Forest, Dink District is slated to be the largest indoor pickleball complex in the Myrtle Beach area at 40,000 square feet. The facility will have 14 pro-grade courts in a fully climate-controlled environment, a central championship court built for tournaments and events, a pro shop, locker rooms with showers, and a lounge area overlooking the courts. The project is led by Dr. Ron Reynolds, a longtime Myrtle Beach healthcare figure, and his son Kerry Reynolds, a certified Level 2 IPTPA pickleball instructor and competitive player. Dink District is projected to open in 2026; check their website at dinkdistrict.com for current status and launch details as they become available.

Train Before You Play: The Mobility Lab Clinic at Pin Point

If your pickleball game has been running into the same physical wall — tight hips on split-steps, reduced rotation on your forehand drive, a shoulder that starts complaining about two hours in — there’s a specific event in June worth knowing about. On June 16, 2026, The Mobility Lab is hosting a Golf + Pickleball Mobility Training Clinic at Pin Point Indoor Pickleball & Golf, running from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.

The session is led by a Titleist Performance Institute certified physical therapist from Forever Young Mobile Physical Therapy, a North Myrtle Beach-based practice. The TPI credential is best known in golf circles, but its methodology — connecting physical limitations directly to movement patterns that affect performance — translates cleanly to pickleball, where hip mobility, thoracic rotation, shoulder reach, ankle stability, and balance are just as critical to an effective game as they are to a clean golf swing.

The 45-minute session works through a structured warm-up flow and sport-specific mobility drills targeting the exact areas that affect pickleball movement — not a generic stretching routine, but a deliberate sequence built around the physical demands of the game. Participants leave with take-home moves designed to address rotation, reach, and stability on the court. The clinic is open to all ages and skill levels. It is complimentary for Pin Point members and FYMPT clients; everyone else pays $12. Bring water and comfortable athletic clothes. To reserve a spot: link.clinicalmarketer.com/widget/bookings/tmlpp.

Grand Strand Pickleball Venues at a Glance

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: Pin Point Indoor Pickleball & Golf via myhorrynews.com (April 2026) and pinpointindoor.com; J. Bryan Floyd Community Center via pickleheads.com and nmb.us; Bistro B via wpde.com and opentable.com; Central Park Pickleball Complex groundbreaking via myhorrynews.com and nmb.us (October 2025); The PicklePort via myrtlebeach.com new attractions guide and postandcourier.com; Dink District via wmbfnews.com and dinkdistrict.com; Forever Young Mobile Physical Therapy via foreveryoungmobilept.com; Mobility Lab event details from promotional materials provided by The Mobility Lab / FYMPT.