About the Beach Ride
The American Heart Association Beach Ride is an unique, five-day equestrian event that brings together riders and horses from across the nation to camp, ride and raise critical funds and awareness in the fight against heart disease and stroke. Funds raised support the American Heart Association’s mission: funding groundbreaking research, educating communities, and advocating for longer, healthier lives.
Throughout the week, participants enjoy a full schedule of activities, culminating in a scenic 20-mile celebratory ride along the beach on Saturday.
The Beach Ride was first held 45 years ago, led by Myrtle Beach native, Jack Monroe, and his wife Margo. The event began with 20 riders and has since grown into a beloved tradition attended by hundreds of horses and riders each year. Formerly known as the “Heart Ride” or “Ride-A-Thon,” the Beach Ride takes place each fall in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Join Us at the Beach Ride
Steps to follow with the
American Heart Association
• Register ALL RIDERS for the Beach Ride by clicking the Register Here button above.
• Personalize Your Fundraising Page Add a Photo and tell us WHY and WHO you ride for.
• Start Fundraising and Planning your Trip to the Beach Ride.
Steps to Follow with the
Lakewood Camping Resort
• Book Your Campsites by calling Lakewood at (843) 447-7701.
• All Campsites and Rental Questions need to be communicated with the Lakewood Team.
Need Help?
• Getting Registered?
• Personalizing Your Page?
• Finding a Donation?
Email the Beach Ride Team at
MyrtleBeachSC@heart.org
The American Heart Association Team handles registration for the event.
The Lakewood Camping Resort Team handles all campsite bookings.
Follow These Steps!
Step 1: Register for the Beach Ride.
Step 2: Book your campsite through Lakewood Camping Resort by calling (843) 447-7701.
Step 3: Personalize your fundraising page. Add a photo and write your “why.” For help personalizing your page, email your Beach Ride team at MyrtleBeachSC@heart.org. See below for fundraising minimums for 2026.
Step 4: Start fundraising and planning your trip! For tips and tricks from other riders, join the “Official American Heart Association Beach Riders Group” on Facebook.
By participating in the American Heart Association Beach Ride, you are taking the first step in saving lives. Every rider who joins, every dollar donated, means more groundbreaking research, more people trained in lifesaving CPR, and more lifesaving moments for everyone.
Since the American Heart Association’s founding in 1924, deaths from cardiovascular disease have been cut in half. And yet, there are still so many lives to be saved. By driving breakthroughs in science, policy and care, together we can continue to advance health and transform lives every day.
• 19 Million + high blood pressure patients helped.
• $6 Billion + invested in pioneering research leading to lifesaving breakthroughs.
• 22 million people trained in CPR every year.
We ride to save lives. You can too!
Connect With Us:
Use #ahabeachride on social media
Contact Information
Your Beach Ride Team
MyrtleBeachSC@heart.org
(843) 282-2902
Donation Mailing Address
American Heart Association
Attn: Beach Ride
887 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Ste 110
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
