Campfires at Ocean Lakes | What you need to know with cooler weather on tap this weekend
Campfire season is on its way with cooler temperatures arriving in the Myrtle Beach area. But before you bust out all the campfire gear, brush up on our rules and get tips for making sure your fire doesn’t get out of hand. Ocean Lakes allows campfires on sites in the campground, but they must be contained in a ring or an elevated fire pit. Guests must stay with the campfire, ensure that it’s completely out and clean up any debris from it. In addition to the general safety anywhere you have a campfire, guests should take extra precautions here because of the ocean breezes. “I would just encourage your folks not to have huge ones,” said Kathy Nieuwenhuis, public education officer with Horry County Fire-Rescue. “With any wind those embers can be picked up and deposited somewhere else.” Reminder: While Ocean Lakes allows campfires at sites in the campground, campfires are NOT allowed on the beach. Here are a few tips for guests building a fire at their site: ...
