Once in a Lifetime Solar Eclipse of 2017

August 8th, 2017

Make sure you don’t miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to see the total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017. The southern portion of the Grand Strand, including Georgetown and Pawleys Island area, will experience a total eclipse and the rest of the Grand Strand will see a partial solar eclipse of over 99 percent. Here are the times you can expect to see the eclipse:

  • Myrtle Beach area – Begins 1:18 pm, Max 99% at 2:47 pm, Ends 4:09 pm
  • Pawleys Island – Begins 1:18 pm, Totality starts at 2:47 and lasts 39 sec
  • Georgetown – Begins 1:17 pm, Totality starts at 2:46 and lasts 1 m 46 sec

There are many events happening in the area and resources you can find for safely viewing the eclipse at VisitMyrtleBeach.com

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While you’re in the Myrtle Beach area you can check out the many area attractions around Grande Dunes to find lots of dining, shopping and entertainment options.