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Family Kingdom

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States

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Swamp Fox wooden roller coaster at Family Kingdom

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About Family Kingdom

Family Kingdom gives Myrtle Beach a traditional amusement-park focal point near the ocean. The wooden Swamp Fox coaster supplies a landmark, but the wider collection is designed to give smaller children and gentler riders their own day too. It is an appealing fit for families who want to add rides to a beach holiday without committing to an elaborate resort-park itinerary.

The Swamp Fox is the defining ride, with family attractions, a log flume and smaller children’s rides broadening the collection. The park’s appeal lies in that mix of familiar amusement types and seaside location, rather than a single immersive theme. Match the ride purchase to the children’s heights and the time you want to spend here, leaving space for a meal or another walk along the shore.

At a glance

The Swamp Fox
Family Kingdom’s Swamp Fox wooden coaster has been a Myrtle Beach landmark since 1966.

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Planning your visit

Navigate to South Ocean Boulevard and check the amusement schedule for the intended day. Compare current ride purchases against the heights and interests of each participant, including the adults who may accompany children. Keep food, parking and any games in the full outing budget. Plan a few priority rides and alternate them with gentler stops, especially in warm weather. Leave room for the wider Myrtle Beach day rather than feeling obliged to turn a compact amusement visit into a dawn-to-night challenge.

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Getting there

Head to 300 South Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29577, United States. Follow the official arrival guide to find the right entrance for your visit.

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Sources and updates

Information checked 2026-10-25.

Photograph: Photo: Family Kingdom.

THMPRK Score

7.2 / 10

Family Kingdom earns its score for a recognisable wooden-coaster landmark and a useful range of traditional family rides beside a major beach destination. It suits a ride-focused addition to a holiday particularly well. The value comparison should follow current products and the group’s eligible rides, rather than old descriptions of a broader water-park offering.