Murrells Inlet, SC

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shpuppies were invented, where Blackbeard and other pirates of the high seas stashed their ill-gotten b***y. It's the place where local and visitor alike have reported the chance meeting with one of the Inlet's local ghosts. History in our community began writing itself long before this area was officially named Murrells Inlet by the post office in 1913. The origin of this name remains a mystery with theories resting in passed-down legends of pirates and fishermen and incomplete records of landowners, plats and maps. The pages of Murrells Inlet's past are graced with footprints of Native American tribes, 16th century Spanish explorers and English colonists in the 17th century. In the 1700s and 1800s, large land tracts were cultivated into successful rice plantations. By 1850, almost 47 million pounds of rice were produced in the Waccamaw Neck, an area that includes Murrells Inlet. South Carolina rice planters were far wealthier and more powerful than the to***co, sugar and cotton plantation owners of the southeast. One rice planter, Joseph Alston, even became South Carolina's Governor. Also in the 1800s, pirates sailed our coastline and hid in the Inlet's winding creeks, waiting to plunder England-bound ships. People who summered in Murrells Inlet in the 1800s generally traveled to Conway or Georgetown by train, then picked up a steamboat that docked at the Wachesaw river landing. A horse and buggy or oxen cart carried travelers and their belongings to their cottages. The river steamboats were known for serving excellent food. Many of the steamboats' cooks settled in Murrells Inlet and opened their own restaurants, giving the area a reputation for savory cuisine long ago. The Civil War came to Murrells Inlet's shores in 1863. Union warships attacked the Confederacy's blockade-runners that used the Inlet as a port to sneak cotton and other products to England in exchange for war materials, food and medicine. The war caused the decline of the rice culture. Though some rice plantations partially recovered, they could not survive the devastating hurricanes that followed. By 1916, the last remaining commercial rice grower was out of business. By then, commercial fishing was a popular industry with catches shipped north on schooners. Recreational fishing also became part of the landscape. In 1914, captain-led fishing excursions out of the Inlet on 20-foot skiffs cost $5 per person for a day trip. At the height of the Great Depression, Murrells Inlet's economy was spurred when Archer Milton Huntington from New York, spent millions of dollars to develop his 9,000-acre homestead and gardens. He hired local brick masons, painters, landscapers, carpenters and other craftsmen to create his dream of a Spanish castle. He even built a church, medical clinic and community center for the residents of Sandy Island, an island community between the P*e Dee and Waccamaw rivers. The Huntington home, Atalaya, was built with 22 fireplaces and 36 rooms, one of which was an oyster-shucking room. In their outdoor statuary gardens, his wife, Anna Hyatt Huntington, displayed her sculpting work, for which she was known nationwide. Theirs was a private estate until Mr. Huntington's death in 1955. Today, Atalaya is part of Huntington Beach State Park and their garden, now Brookgreen Gardens, is the largest showcase of American figurative sculpture in the country, displaying 68 of Mrs. Huntington's pieces, including the Fighting Stallions at the entrance. More restaurants, marinas and private homes have emerged in our South Carolina village, but residents are not quick to forget what drew them here in the first place. Front-porch tales, ghost stories and a variety of local tours keep alive the history so deeply rooted in our marsh creeks, sandy banks and river landings. Names of local streets and neighborhoods are reminiscent of the people, plantations and cottages of yesteryear: Hermitage, Sunnyside, Vaux Hall and Wachesaw are but a few of the nostalgic familiarities that make Murrells Inlet the quaint seaside community it is today. Call 886-9232 or visit the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce website. Tell them you are interested in the Murrells Inlet / South Strand area.

06/03/2026

If you have ever cast a line in these waters, chances are Perrys Bait and Tackle has been part of your story. This landmark on the north end of the MarshWalk has been the heartbeat of Murrells Inlet, SC fishing for over 70 years.

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The full Perry family legacy. It all started in 1954 when Winston Perry opened the shop. He ran it for decades, teaching generations how to tie rigs and read the tides. When Winston passed in 2010, his daughter in law Jessica Perry took the helm. She even painted the shop that signature coastal blue. Jessica turned Perrys into more than a bait shop. She made it a community hub where everyone from newbies to old salts felt at home. Tragically, Jessica passed in 2017, but she left the business to her three children Liam, Aden, and Bella who are now the fourth generation owners and the youngest bait shop owners in South Carolina. The whole family including grandparents Sharon and Craig stepped up to keep her dream alive in their conservatorship. Today they are honoring her by expanding with the beautiful Murrells Inlet Fishing Lodge next door opened in 2020 and a brand new second location at Surfside Beach Pier.

✔️ WHY PEOPLE LOVE THIS PLACE

Locals and tourists rave about the ridiculously fresh locally caught bait about 90 percent straight from our creeks stored in tanks with real saltwater pipes arriving daily. The staff knows every hot spot tide and rig for red drum flounder trout sheepshead cobia and more. Hand tied rigs and tackle custom made for Murrells Inlet waters. It is a true one stop shop with expert advice charter connections and even an on site fish cleaning station so you can take your catch home ready to cook.

✔️ WHAT MAKES THIS PLACE SPECIAL

Dock access right on the inlet and steps from the public landing. That old school coastal charm with fishing photos local treasures in the rafters and a genuine family vibe. Annual reef fundraisers and community events that give back to our coastal waters. Whether you are a weekend warrior or a seasoned captain they treat you like family.

✔️ WHY YOU SHOULD GO RIGHT NOW

Because Perrys is not just a store it is where fishing memories are made and the Perry legacy lives on. Support a true Inlet institution grab the best bait in town and leave with tips that will actually put fish in the boat.

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Address 3965 Highway 17 Business Murrells Inlet right on the MarshWalk. Also at Surfside Beach Fishing Pier. Phone 843 651 2895. Summer hours 5 AM to 9 PM daily.

06/02/2026

Sunnyside Restaurant was more than a place to eat.....it was a community, and these were some of the hardworking faces who kept it running in the early 1980s. Edith, Prize, Debra, Benny, and Leroy were part of the team that made Sunnyside a favorite stop for locals and visitors alike. 💯 Search the hashtag on Facebook to browse more than 33,000 posts of local history, area photography, and amazing real estate opportunities 🙌 Learn more about Jake Lee at www.jakeleerealestate.com/about

06/02/2026

We call it the mother-in-law fish around here because it shows up unannounced and somehow still steals the spotlight every single time.

But here's the thing these fish are way more interesting than they look. The males actually hum and vibrate their swim bladders to sing love songs that attract females from across the marsh. They have super strong jaws built for crushing crabs shrimp and oysters and their mottled skin turns them into underwater ninjas that ambush prey right off the bottom. They are tough resilient bottom dwellers that thrive in our shallow creeks jetties and oyster reefs and yes those spines pack a little venom so handle with care if you reel one in.

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Who else has hooked one of these legends lately? Drop your stories below we want to hear them.

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06/01/2026

Murrells Inlet, SC , 1984 ➡️ Al Hitchcock presents a sponsor check for the Mickey Spillane Sportfishing Tournament, with Drunken Jacks Restaurant standing among the event’s earliest supporters.

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Before sponsorship banners and large-scale tournaments, it was local businesses backing local fishermen.

If you remember these early tournaments or the people behind them, this one’s worth sharing.

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06/01/2026

Good morning, yall ❤️ Search the hashtag on Facebook to browse more than 33,000 posts of local history, area photography, and amazing real estate opportunities 🙌 Learn more about Jake Lee at www.jakeleerealestate.com/about ❤️ Photography by Chad LeFevre

06/01/2026

some folks around here used to call it Kanes & Walkers

Do you remember the K&W Cafeteria in Murrells Inlet, SC ? ❤️ Share your memories below... Sunday lunches, family gatherings, or that one dish you always had to get.

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05/31/2026

ARGUABLY THE MOST INTERESTING MAN TO EVER LIVE IN Murrells Inlet, SC …...

Mickey Spillane wasn’t just a bestselling author—he was a legend, a rebel, and a man who lived life on his own terms. Best known for creating the hard-boiled detective Mike Hammer, Spillane sold over 225 million books worldwide, writing the kind of gritty, fast-paced stories that kept readers turning pages late into the night. But beyond the tough-guy fiction and Hollywood adaptations, Spillane had a life just as fascinating as his characters.

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Spillane moved to Murrells Inlet in the early 1950s, trading in the bustling streets of New York for the laid-back charm of the Lowcountry. Here, he embraced the salt life—fishing, boating, and soaking in the serenity of the marsh. He wasn’t just some reclusive writer typing away in a dark room; he was a local fixture, known for his larger-than-life personality and generosity. You might have spotted him at a seafood shack, swapping stories with fishermen, or cruising down the waterway, cigar in hand.

Even as a global literary icon, Spillane remained deeply rooted in Murrells Inlet. He was a devoted husband and father, a World War II veteran, and even an actor—starring as Mike Hammer himself in a 1963 film. His love for storytelling never faded, and even in his later years, he continued crafting crime novels with the same raw energy that made him famous.

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When he passed away in 2006, he left behind not just a literary empire, but a Murrells Inlet legacy. He proved that you don’t need to live in a big city to make a big impact. Sometimes, the most legendary figures are the ones who find their paradise in a small town by the sea.

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05/31/2026

The Inlet gives a whole new meaning to SUN-day 🌞 Do you need some inlet day Jake Lee - Myrtle Beach & Pawleys Island Top Realtor

05/30/2026

We think goat island might be haunted 👻......Search the hashtag on Facebook to browse more than 33,000 posts of local history, area photography, and amazing real estate opportunities 🙌 Learn more about Jake Lee at www.jakeleerealestate.com/about

05/30/2026

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