Murrells Inlet Travel Guide

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      Ruins "that we had come to see" with my...
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  • Entrance to Oaks Plantation
      Entrance to Oaks Plantation
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      Mother wrote "Caretaker's house at...
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      late afternoon -- swampy area - entering...
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  • azalea in bloom and Spanish moss
      azalea in bloom and Spanish moss
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Oaks Plantation in 1959

Oaks Plantation in 1959, Murrells Inlet

 grandmaR Says:  In 1959, my parents went to Brookgreen Gardens and apparently went to Oaks Plantation which is accessible now only on the Brookgreen vehicles. My mother wrote about the first photo: "Entrance to historic home - sort of park-like place - we arrived at dusk shortly before... 

Brookgreen Gardens

Brookgreen Gardens, Murrells Inlet

 grandmaR Says:  This is a fantastic sculpture garden. The folks at the marina said they if they didn't live in the area, this would be the thing they would come and see. It cost us $7.50 each way for the shuttle to the garden. There is a 10 minute film "Gray Oaks of Mystery" which describes... 

Brookgreen Gardens

Brookgreen Gardens, Murrells Inlet

 KimberlyAnn Says:  I am very sorry to say that we did not visit this place which I have since discovered was a must see. A couple of locals told us the garden wouldn’t be very pretty in January so we skipped it. No matter what the season of the year, if we go again we will definitely visit... 

Atalaya

Atalaya, Murrells Inlet

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Atalaya is located in Huntington Beach State Park. This park was named for the noted American sculptress Anna Hyatt Huntington and her philanthropist husband, Archer Milton Huntington. The Huntingtons purchased the land in the area in 1930. They built their home, which they... 

Huntington Beach State Park

Huntington Beach State Park, Murrells Inlet

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Huntington Beach State Park is a beautiful South Carolina Coastal Park that has varied habits. Here you will find three miles of pristine beach along the Atlantic Ocean that is untouched and undeveloped. The main features of this beach are its beautiful white sand, dunes,... 

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Huntington Beach State Park: A Not To Be Missed Camping Area

Huntington Beach State Park: A Not To Be Missed Camping Area, Murrells Inlet

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Although not on the ocean, this campground is located close to the beach. It was an easy walk to the beach from our campsite, and at times we could hear the surf pounding from our camper. The main campground will accommodate RV’s or tents. However, if you are a tent camper... 

Restaurants  

Wacca Wache Snack Bar: Marine Store Snack Bar

Wacca Wache Snack Bar: Marine Store Snack Bar, Murrells Inlet

 grandmaR Says:  The marina has a Marine Store which has Marine supplies, ice, groceries, tackle, oils and filters. Restrooms, showers and laundry. Snack Bar. I always try to get a bbq sandwich there before they close - only open in the morning until mid afternoon.When we were there in the... 

The Old Kitchen: Brookgreen Gardens

The Old Kitchen: Brookgreen Gardens, Murrells Inlet

 grandmaR Says:  I wanted to have a snack at this restaurant, but it closed at 4 and so we didn't get over there to the restaurant. From the website: Located in the center of the gardens, this original old kitchen building is a great place to stop in for refreshments. Enjoy decadent... 

Lee's Inlet Kitchen: The best restaurant on the beach!

Lee's Inlet Kitchen: The best restaurant on the beach!, Murrells Inlet

 Starr28 Says:  The BEST seafood I have ever had! This place has been here for close to 60 years, and for good reason! Everything about Lee's is top rate- fresh seafood, the staff is very friendly and efficient and the hushpuppies with honey butter they give you before meals are to die for!... 

The Captain’s Restaurant: Ymm--seafood

The Captain’s Restaurant: Ymm--seafood, Murrells Inlet

 KimberlyAnn Says:  This small restaurant had a varied menu at reasonable prices, including a Senior Citizen Menu. I enjoyed a nice seafood meal of broiled shrimp, flounder, and fried oysters. I also had a crab cake for a starter, and pecan pie for dessert. 

Nightlife  

The Blue Marlin Bar and Grill: A Grill and a Night Spot

The Blue Marlin Bar and Grill: A Grill and a Night Spot, Murrells Inlet

 KimberlyAnn Says:  The Blue Marlin is a nightspot where you can dance and get a drink. We went here one time with a group of other campers who frequented this establishment often. The night we went there was a live band, and we watched quite a few locals dancing the Carolina shag. This dance... 

Shopping  

Brookgreen Gardens gift shop: Sculpture

Brookgreen Gardens gift shop: Sculpture, Murrells Inlet

 grandmaR Says:  This shop was in the gardens. Some of the items for sale are expensive but quite different from things that you will find elsewhere -- beautiful gifts for the home and garden, as well as original artworks and one-of-a-kind handcrafted jewelry and other items. They also have... 

Seven Seas Fish Market: Fish Market

Seven Seas Fish Market: Fish Market, Murrells Inlet

 KimberlyAnn Says:  This is a great place to buy fresh seafood that you can take back to your campground or kitchenette to cook yourself. We purchased wonderful fresh mussels, shrimp, crab, clams, and oysters, which we would bring back to our camper where my husband would steam them. They were... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Important Rules

Important Rules, Murrells Inlet

 KimberlyAnn Says:  Sea oats are an important plant, which helps to preserve the sand dunes along the coast of South Carolina. Its roots help to anchor the sand and prevent it from being blown away by the wind or washed away by the waves of the ocean. For this reason it is against the law to... 

Off The Beaten Path  

ACROSS RT 17 FROM MURRELL'S INLET

ACROSS RT 17 FROM MURRELL'S INLET, Murrells Inlet

 jsciallo Says:  A hidden jewel. The Waccamaw River has a dock and a marina that is associated with a Country Club back there. It is SO far removed from the faster pace of Murrell's Inlet with it's bevy of bars and restaurants. Although I have to squeeze in here, that the Lazy Gator gift... 

Sports & Outdoors  

MM 383. 5 Wacca Wache Marina

MM 383. 5 Wacca Wache Marina, Murrells Inlet

 grandmaR Says:  This is one of our favorite marinas - even when we stay at Georgetown, we make a short day to come here. They give you popcorn and a little bottle of wine in a plastic tub as a welcome gift. On our last trip, we took a shuttle to Brookgreen Gardens in the afternoon. There is... 

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 This is one of our favorite marinas - even when we stay at Georgetown, we make a short day to come here. They give you popcorn and a little bottle of wine in a... 

 

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Lovely Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

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 Murrells Inlet is a marshland community that according to legend was named after Captain Murrell, a pirate who used the inlet as his base. This gem of a small community, with only 3,300 people is... 

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Wacamaw River and Brookgreen Gardens

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 On our third visit to Murrell's inlet, we finally made time to visit Brookgreen Gardens. One of the guys working at the marina took us over and dropped us off using the marina truck. We had a couple... 

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