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Murrells Inlet Area Guide

Murrells Inlet, the Seafood Capital of South Carolina is alive with the whispers of the breeze that calls you to come see her. Tall tales of the creek told by residents who’ve lived their entire lives there will enthrall the visitor or the new residents and the end of the day will bring a trip to one of the local restaurants who’ve made Murrells Inlet the place to be.

With more than 30 restaurants that serve mouth watering menus, Murrells Inlet has a taste of something for every palate. Italian, Chinese, Thai and good old American hamburger are all available here. You can even catch your own dinner! To learn more about Murrells Inlet, visit: Murrells Inlet

History
The summer people who came to Murrells Inlet in the 1800’s usually started out by train, transferred to steamboat, landing at the dock at Wachesaw rive landing. The steamboat dining rooms were famous for serving great meals and many of the cooks that worked on them would later settle in Murrells Inlet, opening their own restaurant, kicking off the area reputation for great food so long ago.

By then, the rice plantations had died and commercial fishing became the popular industry, with schooners transporting the catch north. Recreational fishing also became a fixture on the landscape, and in 1914, tourists could take fishing excursions out of the Inlet for five dollars a day and catch their own dinner!

During the Great Depression, Murrells Inlet was visited by A.M. Huntington from New York who spent millions to develop his 9,000 acre homestead and gardens. Hiring local craftsmen, he created his dream of building a Spanish castle. Building a church, medical clinic and community center for the residents of Sandy Island, Huntington was considered a philanthropist and would later have a state park named after him. To learn more about the history of Murrells Inlet, visit: History of Murrells Inlet

Attractions & Activities

Blackmoor Golf Club Take advantage of the discounted Winter and Spring tee times at the only Grand Strand course designed by Gary Player. Built on the historic Longwood Plantation, this spectacular course uses the natural terrain and majestic vistas to its most advantageous. To learn more, visit: Blackmoor Golf Club

Captain Dick’s
Charter Captain Dick’s fishing boat, take off and land the big one! There are restaurants in town that will even make it into a meal for you, so hurry and sign up! For more information, visit: Captain Dick's

Unusual Tours

Have a blast in the Gator, the vehicle/boat that will show you around. A bus that travels into the water to become a boat, the Gator carries you along as the tour guide tells you all about the wildlife. You might even get a ghost story or two. To learn more visit: Unusual Tours

Parks & Recreation

Huntington Beach State Park

For more information about Murrells Inlet, parks, visit: Murrells Inlet Parks

Events Calendar

28th Annual July 4th Boat Parade at 1:00 pm
The year’s theme is "2010: Freedom is In". Boat decoration contest entry forms will be available and spectators can line the Marshwalk area for the best view of the parade.

July 4th Fireworks Spectacular at 10 pm
For the first time ever, fireworks this year will have a new staging area, off the end of Veterans Pier! Join the thousands of people who’ll be there to watch the amazing display!

35th Annual Atalaya Arts & Crafts Festival
Huntington Beach State Park hosts this exciting event. Wander through Atalaya Castle among hundreds of arts and crafts vendors invited to show off and sell their hand-crafted wares.

Murrells Inlet 202 Annual “Taste of the Inlet,” Autumn Gala It’s an annual black tie optional event that features an exquisite "Taste of Murrells Inlet" with offerings from twenty of our fine Inlet restaurants. Exciting auction items, a night of dancing with music and an open bar add to the evening’s festivities.

To learn more about events in Murrells Inlet, visit: Murrells Inlet Events