One
could easily cruise by the entrance to Huntington Beach State Park on Highway
17 between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island, South Carolina and never have a
clue that they have missed a little piece of paradise. Just south of Myrtle
Beach lies a hidden gem where the locals love to spend time.
The
actual address is 16148 Ocean Highway (17) Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
As you enter the park (after stopping at the booth to either pay or display your
park pass), you will venture across a causeway that is worthy of an incredibly
slow drive for the purpose of viewing amazing birds and possibly alligators
sunning themselves on a small sandbar.
A
left turn after the causeway will take you to the campground area, but a right
leads the visitor to a large parking lot and two buildings that house
restrooms. The structure on the right also offers a gift shop and information
on the park’s programs and activities.
The
gigantic, colorful Adirondack chairs located just outside the gift shop
building are a busy photo op venue for tourists and locals alike. Youngsters
are frequently seen climbing into the large chairs while Mom or Dad snap a souvenir
photo.
A
stroll through the picnic grove deposits you onto a short, narrow boardwalk
that leads to the most spectacular ocean view imaginable. Every time I step
into the sand on that beach, I feel as though I have come into possession of my
own private island, particularly when the busy summer season is behind us and
the sunny fall days provide us with an outstretch of endless beach that is
breathtaking. And it is right in our own back yards if we live along the Grand
Strand of the South Carolina coast. How blessed are we?
Located
on the grounds is Atalaya, the remains of the winter home of Archer and Anna
Hyatt Huntington. There are bike trails, hiking trails, scheduled programs and
events at Huntington; however, the very best activity is a simple, extended beach walk--guaranteed to diminish miles of stress from your shoulders.
Visit
http://www.southcarolinaparks.com/huntingtonbeach
for more information, history and a list of upcoming events.
I'll be back soon with another Grand Strand, South Carolina favorite location!
Best travels,
Mary Anne
Vacation in a beach front area is always wonderful. Person will get a healthy atmosphere and a lovely experience too. For this reason, now-a-days, many visitors are visiting towards Charleston SC to spend their free times.
ReplyDeleteCharleston is a fabulous place to visit! I love the harbor tour, the carriage ride, wandering around to soak in the charm and historical atmosphere, amazing restaurants. Charleston is on my "To Do" list for a future blog post. Thank you for sharing! Best, Mary Anne
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