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Murrells Inlet

Murrells Inlet beach in South Carolina at sunriseThe historic fishing village of Murrells Inlet has earned the title “seafood capital of South Carolina” because of the fresh seafood drawn from its waters and served at the many restaurants lining the waterfront.

History:

Murrells Inlet is also rich in history, with Native Americans, the Spanish, the English, pirates, World War II airmen and the Civil War all having played a part in Murrells Inlet’s past. The Civil War reached Murrels Inlet in 1863 when Union warships attacked confederate blockade runners who used the inlet as a port for exchanging goods such as cotton with England in return for materials.

Murrells Inlet beach in South CarolinaWhat to Do:

Murrells Inlet offers many recreational activities in a breathtaking inlet setting, including deep sea fishing charters, boat tours, individual boat rentals, scuba diving, kayaking, parasailing and jet skiing. Two popular annual events include the Fourth of July Boat Parade and Blessing of the Inlet. And don’t forget about the food!

Did You Know?

In the early 1800s, many pirates sailed the coastline of Murrells Inlet, including the legendary Blackbeard aboard his famous boat, Queen Anne’s Revenge. The pirates hid their ships in the inlet creeks, waiting to ambush and raid England-bound ships carrying goods and gold.