Myrtle Beach Area Recreation

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

Horry and Georgetown County Parks and Recreation Departments maintain many public boat landings. Call or go online to locate one near you.

• Horry County Parks and Recreation
  (843) 248-1864
• Georgetown County Recreation and Leisure Services
  (843) 545-3275

Marinas

Fishing Charters & Information

• Bad Habits Charter (843) 249-8633
• Blackfish Charter Boat (843) 249-1379
• Capt. Dick’s Marina (843) 651-3676
• Hurricane Fleet (843) 249-3571
• Longway Charter Fishing (843) 249-7813
• Lucky Strike Charters (843) 249-2049
• Marlin Quay Marina (843) 651-4444
• Renegade Charters (843) 280-8954
• The New Double R Charter Fishing Service (843) 249-1889