Travel+Leisure puts spotlight on the ‘underrated, uncrowded’ Hammock Coast® For all its history and adoration, the Hammock Coast® certainly isn’t the most famous of South Carolina’s vacation destinations, but it isn’t exactly a secret either. Pawleys Island, arguably the Hammock Coast’s most famous community, makes claim to being the oldest seaside resort in America. Georgetown is the third-oldest seaport… Aug 11, 2025 0 Hammock-All
Novelist Mickey Spillane’s lasting impact on the world – and Murrells Inlet Jane Spillane, the widow of novelist Mickey Spillane, suggested meeting at her favorite place for coffee – the Krispy Kreme in Murrells Inlet. Between sips and dressed in a bright red top and crisp white shorts, Jane reminisced about her life with Spillane, the world-famous crime novelist, occasional actor and,… Aug 04, 2025 0 Hammock-All, Murrells Inlet
What are the most romantic getaways on the Hammock Coast? South Carolina is full of attractive destinations, but for couples in search of a romantic weekend getaway, South Carolina’s Hammock Coast® has much to offer. The area’s natural beauty, casual charm and eco-activities are begging couples to make their way to the Palmetto State’s most charming community. Other powerful lures… Jul 10, 2025 0 Georgetown, Hammock-All, Litchfield, Pawleys Island
Patriotic events celebrate the Fourth of July holiday on the Hammock Coast With patriotic events like parades on land and water, live music concerts, fireworks, a laser-light spectacular and more, celebrating for the Fourth of July – and beyond – on South Carolina’s Hammock Coast® has a lot to offer. Below are seven of the best options in the area: Pawleys Island… Jun 09, 2025 0 Hammock-All, Garden City, Georgetown, Litchfield, Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island
Brookgreen Gardens lights up summer nights with stunning exhibition, music and cuisine Summer nights on South Carolina’s Hammock Coast® are always extraordinary, but an exhibition at Brookgreen Gardens will add even more beauty to Southern nights on the coast. Brookgreen Gardens, the world-renowned sculpture garden located in Murrells Inlet, is once again showcasing an after-hours lighted art exhibition series titled “Summer Light:… May 15, 2025 0 Hammock-All, Murrells Inlet
New Parking Expands Access to Bike the Neck in Murrells Inlet A new parking area on the south end of Highway 17 Business in Murrells Inlet, on South Carolina’s Hammock Coast®, will allow even more people to use a bike path that runs all the way to Pawleys Island. County and state officials recently met with the public at the parking… May 05, 2025 0 Hammock-All, Murrells Inlet
Vote Hammock Coast in SC’s Best Beach poll Once again three of the most popular beaches on South Carolina’s Hammock Coast – Pawleys Island, Huntington Beach, and Litchfield Beach – are in the running for a USA Today/10 Best contest to name the “Best Beach in South Carolina” for 2025. Can Pawleys Island earn a repeat title as… Apr 21, 2025 0 Hammock-All, Litchfield, Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island
Top 5 Ways to Be Pampered on Hammock Coast® Beaches Being pampered while visiting one of the award-winning beaches on South Carolina’s Hammock Coast can be key to a memorable and relaxed vacation. To that end, we’re offering a list of five locally owned companies – all members of the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce – that can make your… Apr 17, 2025 0 Hammock-All
