Although a reasonable division on the surface, Things to Do vs. Things to See can result in some arbitrary distinctions. In general, activities in "Do" require more involvement. But where does that leave something like a state park? The point is, for a look at everything, also go to:
A major reason people come to the Grand Strand; so popular an activity it has its own guide. Here you will find the most detailed guide available, with commentary and statistics for every course and online T-time reservations.
Rentals, tours, and instruction. Day and evening tours of black water cypress swamps, rice plantations, tidal marshes, and wildlife refuges. Canoe or kayak, guides available. Located 3 miles north of Georgetown, Hwy 701 at Kensington Gardens, 21 Garden Ave. 843-546-4840.
Deep sea fishing, saltwater marsh explorer adventures narrated by a marine biologist, ocean sightseeing cruises, pirate adventure voyages, parasailing, scuba diving, jet ski rentals and outboard motor boat rentals. Located South Strand Waterfront H.way 17 at Murrells Inlet, 843-651-3676.
Open all year; winterized, all-season, customized safari jeeps. Tour director, Virgil Graham, is a pro magazine photographer, naturalist and area native. 3 hour narrated tour is a combination of nature and history. Travel to salt marsh, cypress swamp and fresh water ecosystems. See: egrets, American Bald Eagle, Ibis, and Alligators in their natural habitat. Tour a 15 century style Spanish castle, rice plantations, islands, slave cabins and more.
Offers sport fishing and exploring opportunities for all ages. Gulfstream, in-shore, bottom, trolling and near shore fishing charters available. Also available for selected shelling, sightseeing and tournament charters. Departs from the Georgetown Landing Marina, (843) 662-2581.
Hurricane Fleet Fishing and Cruising
Fleet of charter boats available for fishing, adventure cruises, and sightseeing. Reservations required. Deep sea fishing, sport fishing. Gulf Stream fishing includes rod, reel, bait and tackle, mates to assist if needed. Located Calabash, NC, Hurricane Fleet Marina, off Hwy 17, route 179. 843-249-3571.
Island Queen
90 passenger vessel, 2 hr trip. Historic plantation cruises, ghost story cruises late afternoon. Adults $12.50 children $7.00. Located Georgetown Landing Marina, Hwy 17 Bridge, 843-527-3180.
Sea Screamer
Narrated cruises of the Intracoastal Waterway. Trip ends with a high speed ride past the beaches and resorts. Located Little River.
Home to South Carolina's largest roller coaster and Ferris wheel. Go-carts, batting cages, and carnival games. Open Mar.-Oct. Located 3rd Ave. S and Ocean Blvd. 843-626-3447.
Garden City Pavilion and Funland Arcade
Arcade games, carnival games, and carni-atomsphere. Located 103 Atlantic Ave. Garden City. 843-651-2770.
Grand Prix go-carts, some tracks require drivers license. Miniature golf. 2 locations, north location has kiddie park and rides, south location has speed boats, bumper boats, batting cage. 3201 S. King Hwy 843-238-4783. And US 17 S Windy Hill, 843-272-6010.
More than 35 rides. Water rides, grand prix road racing, boardwalk. Open Mar.-Oct. 1 PM-midnight. Tickets $0.50 each, each ride takes several tickets, all day pass available. Located 812 N Ocean Blvd. 843-448-6456.
The Carolinas' largest water park. Slides, flumes, lazy rivers, wave pool; about any way to have fun with water. Open May to mid-Sept. 3000 10th N. Ext. Myrtle Beach. 843-448-1026.
Wild Water & Wheels
All types of water rides, bumper boats, arcade, race track, miniature golf. May to mid-Sept. 910 US 17 S. Surfside Beach. 843-238-WILD.
Day Trips
Historic Wilmington is only 90 minutes away. It has an extensive downtown historic district with a number of houses open for tour. Home of the USS North Carolina, lots of shopping and wide white beaches.
Oceanfront park, 312 acres, 350 campsites, 5 cabins, picnic areas/shelters, nature trail, pier and surf fishing. Open year round. Located U.S. 17 S. 843-238-5325. Park hours 6-10, office M-F 9-5.
Picnic areas with shelters, boardwalk, surf fishing, crabbing, and bird watching, salt marsh, nature trail, fresh water lagoon. 127 camping sites. Located US. 17 S, across from Brookgreen Gardens, Murrells Inlet. 843-237-4440.
