Tourist and retirement location known for the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk, a 1/2-mile-long (0.8 km) boardwalk overlooking a salt marsh
General Information
How to Get There
From Charleston (81 miles): Take Meeting St to E Bay St. Follow US-17 N to US-17 BUS N in Murrells Inlet.
Overview
Murrells Inlet is a historic fishing village on South Carolina's Grand Strand, known as the "Seafood Capital of South Carolina." Its half-mile MarshWalk boardwalk overlooks a salt marsh and is lined with waterfront restaurants and live music.
Things to Do
Stroll the MarshWalk
Walk between waterfront restaurants for fresh local seafood, marsh views, and sunsets over the inlet.
Take a Cruise or Paddle
Dolphin cruises, kayaking, paddleboarding, and boat tours explore the tidal creeks and marshes.
Visit Brookgreen Gardens
Just south of town, one of the nation's premier sculpture gardens has one of the country's most significant collections of American figurative sculpture.
Explore Huntington Beach State Park
A short drive away, it offers a pristine beach, marsh trails, and the historic Atalaya Castle.
Top Walks
| Route | Length | Difficulty | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murrells Inlet MarshWalk | About 0.5 miles one way | Easy | Waterfront boardwalk, especially popular at sunrise and sunset |
| Huntington Beach Jetty and Nature Trail | About 2 miles round trip | Easy | Beach, marsh, and alligator sightings |
| Brookgreen Gardens Nature Trails | Varies | Easy | Botanical gardens, woodland, and art installations |
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