Ocean temperature at Myrtle Beach

[ChiMom]

Given the recent discussion about Pirateland, I thought this might be the best forum for my question. I've never been to the beaches south of NJ, where I know the water temps are best in July and August (low to mid 70's). I'd like to stay in Myrtle Beach in October, but only if the ocean beaches there are swimmable at that time of year. Any advice? Is the water clean or perhaps filled with seaweed, jellyfish, or, gulp, sharks?

[riven1950]

tongue in cheek post. Just a test of pic posting. Ocean water temp is now 85 +/-.

[Mr_Beebo]

Biggest problem we had was with ants. Rangers were out at the state park spraying RVs left and right.

[magnusfide]

mosseater wrote:
Prolly the first time I inadvertantly started a pie fight. All I was wondering was how common they are. The state park site had a bulletin, much like the PA parks bulletins on bears and rattlers. Golly people, get a grip.

Exactly. Tongue in Cheek humor is the key.

[mosseater]

Prolly the first time I inadvertantly started a pie fight. All I was wondering was how common they are. The state park site had a bulletin, much like the PA parks bulletins on bears and rattlers. Golly people, get a grip.

[riven1950]

Not much use in beating this horse too much. You can do a Google search for " will a water moccasin chase you " then read and decide for yourself. Here is a couple of examples:


http://www.tampawildliferemoval.com/Cottonmouth-Water-Moccasin.html

http://www.livingalongsidewildlife.com/2011/01/cottonmouth-myths-i-snakes-dropping.html

I will believe a WM will chase me right after I see a hoop snake put his tail in his mouth and roll down a hill.

BTW: I don't understand what is wrong with calling a comment BS if it really is a Big Story 🙂

[magnusfide]

It looks as though you don't have as much experience as some with the water moccasin. WMs do indeed chase people both on land and in water to defend themselves from the person who inadvertently comes too close which is quite easy to do given that their coloration can make them difficult to see. Having lived in coastal areas of TX, MS, and FL I have seen WMs chase those who've come too close. Kindly refrain from labeling the statements of others as 'BS'. This is a civilized forum for the majority of members here.

[riven1950]

Hey, just remembered. We're booked at Myrtle Beach State Park and I saw something about copper heads. Snakes don't generally bother me, we hike and bike in rattlesnake country frequently. Just wondering how big a problem is it there?

After the responses you received I am not sure this is a serious question, but I will answer anyway, especially since some folks are more scared of snakes than sharks!

I live just over the line in NC, about 30 miles from MB. Copperheads are our most common and seen poisonous snake, but really not that common. The good news is their bites are very rarely fatal. Venom not as strong, they are small snakes, and they bite to keep you away, not to kill you 🙂

Copperheads like to hide under things like downed logs, an old piece of metal ( warmth ), and shrubbery / bushes. They are not an aggressive snake. Most people get bit when picking up things with bare hands without looking to see what might be under, or digging in shrubbery / landscaping with bare hands and not paying attention. Of course you could step on one in the woods but not likely. I have lived in NC many years and only know of one poisonous bite. It was a copperhead and the guy was digging in his shrubbery with bare hands. He was fine a couple of days after treatment.

I can tell you the idea of a water moccasin chasing you is BS. If you encounter one one dry land they can be aggressive and not back away from you, but never seen one chase anyone. BTW most "water moccasins" spotted are actually non poisonous banded water snakes. WM are very heavy bodied snakes ( short / fat ), dark backs, triangular head. They are very poisonous and really do some damage

When I was growing up we used to catch snakes and sell them to a local zoo. I can tell you they are really hard to find, even if you are looking for them, even more so now with all the chemicals we have put in the environment. All snakes should be respected and left alone if possible. If they are aware of you first you will never see them. They will run if given the chance but will protect themselves.

Odds of seeing a poisonous snake are about like seeing a shark, slim to none.

[magnusfide]

dodge guy wrote:
And the Alligators!

And brain eating amoebas...

[dodge_guy]

And the Alligators!

[magnusfide]

mosseater wrote:
Hey, just remembered. We're booked at Myrtle Beach State Park and I saw something about copper heads. Snakes don't generally bother me, we hike and bike in rattlesnake country frequently. Just wondering how big a problem is it there?

Don't forget the water moccasins. They'll chase you; no kidding.

[mosseater]

Hey, just remembered. We're booked at Myrtle Beach State Park and I saw something about copper heads. Snakes don't generally bother me, we hike and bike in rattlesnake country frequently. Just wondering how big a problem is it there?

[Terryallan]

mosseater wrote:
Gee, thanks folks! Heading to Myrtle in a week. Could you lie to me a little?

No won't lie. But in truth. there is VERY little chance you will see a shark in the ocean. In 60 years of going to the beach. I have only seen them a few times. You do have a good chance of seeing Dolphin feeding though.

Another thing you may / could see but I bet won't. Is water spouts. I have seen 2 just off shore from Lake Wood.

[magnusfide]

magnusfide wrote:

Terryallan wrote:

Dog Folks wrote:


However. On the other hand. You have 0% chance of being eaten alive by a toilet.

I don't know. Ever sit down without putting the seat down? That thing will swallow you up.

ROTFLOL! Thanks for my "medicine" laughter for the day. What a visual!:B

[magnusfide]

Terryallan wrote:

Dog Folks wrote:


However. On the other hand. You have 0% chance of being eaten alive by a toilet.

I don't know. Ever sit down without putting the seat down? That thing will swallow you up.