South Carolina has many state parks, each offering visitors a unique experience.
A few of these parks are located within the Grand Strand region. Please call
these park numbers directly for detailed information about policies and regulations.
All parks offer daily activities; camping facilities are available at most.
All visitors are invited to take part in interpretive programs to learn more
about South Carolina's abundant natural resources.
Hampton Plantation State Historic Site
1950 Rutledge Rd.
McClellanville, SC 29458
(843) 546-9361
Hampton Plantation is a protected site of a highly respected 18th century rice
plantation. The Colonial mansion, restored and preserved for architectural interpretation,
is the centerpiece of this historic site. The halls of Hampton had welcomed
famous figures over time, including George Washington and Francis Marion. Visitors
will learn about the Lowcountry rice culture and plantation system that shaped
the lives of Hampton's residents. Hampton is also an ideal place to discover
the surrounding Santee Delta's natural beauty, inspiration of South Carolina's
Poet Laureate, Archibald Rutledge.
Huntington Beach State Park
16148 Ocean Hwy.
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
(843) 237-4440
Visit Huntington Beach State Park and enjoy one of the best preserved beaches
on the Grand Strand. The park's freshwater lagoon, saltmarsh, maritime forest
and beach are great examples of South Carolina's coastal environment. The well
preserved environment creates a haven for birds, and the area is one of the
best birding sites along the East Coast. The park offers: 184 campsites, four
picnic shelters, a boardwalk, nature trail, beach, shore fishing, daily interpretive
programs, and a park store.
Myrtle Beach State Park
4401 S. Kings Hwy.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
(843) 238-5325
Located in the heart of the Grand Strand, Myrtle Beach State Park is one of
the most popular public beaches along the South Carolina coast. This 312-acre
oceanfront park, was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s,
and plays a major role in preserving and maintaining a portion of the natural
heritage of the South Carolina coastline. The park includes 350 campsites, five
cabins, nearly a mile of beach, picnic areas, a fishing pier and nature center.
The nature trail provides a rare opportunity to see one of the last maritime
forests on the northern coast of South Carolina. The forest is a Heritage Trust
Site.
For information on other state parks, pick up a brochure or contact the South
Carolina State Park Service, 1-888-88PARKS, or visit www.southcarolinaparks.com.
Georgetown County Parks and Recreation Facilities
Andrews Park
Cedar St., Andrews
Andrews Recreation
Center Road 488,Andrews
(843) 264-5131
Bobby Alford Recreation Center
East Bay St., Georgetown
(843) 545-0371
Choppee Resource Center
Choppee Rd., Georgetown
(843) 520-4310
East Bay Park
East Bay St., Georgetown
Front Street Tennis Complex
1500 Front St., Georgetown
Howard Recreation Center
Hawkins St., Georgetown
(843) 546-2211