Barc Parc South is a 14-acre fenced off-leash park near Grand Park and The Market Common in Myrtle Beach. Its defining feature is a large lake where dogs can swim, surrounded by roomy play areas, trees and walking space.
Plan your visit
- Address: 3909 Center South Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
- Cost: Myrtle Beach promotes its Barc Parcs as free public off-leash areas.
- Dog areas: Three fenced sections: small dogs, large dogs and an all-dog lake area.
- Small-dog limit: The city describes the small-dog section for dogs whose backs are 16 inches tall or less.
- Water: The lake is for dog swimming. Dog drinking fountains are also listed, but bring fresh backup water.
- Parking: Parking is available near the dog-park entrances.
Find the dog park entrance
Get directions to Barc Parc South near Mallard Lake Drive and Center South Drive. Follow the Barc Parc signs and choose the gate for the small-dog, large-dog or all-dog lake area. Keep your dog leashed until the first gate is closed behind you.
Lake access and what to bring
The lake section gives water-loving dogs room to swim and circle the shoreline. Natural water conditions can change, so do not let a dog drink from the lake. Check posted notices, bring fresh drinking water, and pack towels for the ride home. The wooded ground can be sandy, dusty or muddy depending on weather and use.
Choose the right play area
The separate sections make it possible to avoid the lake or choose a quieter size-based enclosure. Use the current signs at each gate. The lake area allows dogs of different sizes together, so watch interactions closely even if your dog is a confident swimmer.
Rules and safe play
Close gates securely, supervise your dog, fill any holes and remove waste immediately. Bring a leash and keep it with you. Leave if your dog becomes aggressive or overwhelmed, and follow any temporary closure or water-quality notice posted by the city.
What other park visitors say
Visitors most often praise the huge lake area, abundant room to run, shade and friendly regulars. The separate small- and large-dog spaces also receive positive comments. Recurring cautions concern missed waste, worn or muddy ground, limited rinse options and the need to bathe dogs after swimming. Busy periods can bring many dogs into the shared lake section.
Official information
See the Visit Myrtle Beach pet-friendly guide for the city’s Barc Parc overview. Call Myrtle Beach Parks at 843-918-2332 for current hours, maintenance closures or lake notices.