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# Huntington Beach State Park

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## Visit Huntington Beach State Park

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#### Natural beauty abounds at this oceanfront respite famous for its pristine beach, wooded hiking trails and historic castle.

Huntington Beach State Park, 20 miles (32 kilometers) south of Myrtle Beach, is a nature lover’s playground. Swim or fish along three miles (five kilometers) of unspoiled oceanfront. Explore the labyrinth of walking trails, stopping at the observation decks dotted through the 2,500 acres (1,011 hectares) of wooded parkland. A large, freshwater lagoon is home to alligators. The park is also rated one of the best birding sites on the East Coast, thanks to more than 300 resident bird species.

One of the first points of call should be Atalaya Castle, a sprawling estate close to the park’s entrance. Atalaya was the winter home and studio of renowned 20th-century sculptor Anna Hyatt Huntington and her husband Archer Huntington, a philanthropist and Spanish scholar. The Huntingtons loved Spanish culture and so they built their castle, completed in 1931, in the style of a Spanish Andalusian villa. The building and surrounding grounds were donated to the state.

Guided tours of Atalaya are offered by the Friends of Huntington Beach State Park between March and October and are included in the castle entry price. Outside of those months, pick up a 45-minute audio guide for a small fee.

Huntington Beach State Park is a great place to discover some of South Carolina's native wildlife. Bird watching is a popular pursuit, with many native Southern varieties easy to spot, including spoonbills, ducks and ocean birds. The Friends of Huntington Beach State Park offer a variety of wildlife excursions (weather dependent, and not run during winter). You can look for alligators in the wetlands or search the salt marshes for crabs. Check the website for tour specifics.

Tours are generally included in the park admission price, which is very reasonable. Entry to Atalaya attracts an additional small fee. Children under five enter the park and castle for free. A park store sells some grocery items, souvenirs and fishing supplies.

## Plan a trip to see Huntington Beach State Park

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### Sands Ocean Club Resort

£733

per person

22 Apr - 27 Apr

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Return flight included

London (LGW) to Myrtle Beach (MYR)

7.4/10 Good! (2,702 reviews)

I stayed in room 729 and its was a decent sized room but it need cleaned better and the room needs to be updated. The breakfast staff could be nicer. I love the pool.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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### North Beach Resort & Villas

Windy Hill

£960

per person

22 Apr - 27 Apr

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Return flight included

London (LGW) to Myrtle Beach (MYR)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

Quiet time during a holiday weekend. Kiddo enjoyed the indoor pool; just wish the resort will upgrade the indoor pool area with a changing room that would really be appreciated, especially during the winter months. You have to walk in the cold, wet back to the towers because there is no changing/locker room located in the indoor pool area. Our 2-bedroom unit was very clean and spacious, overlooking the outdoor pool and ocean. Housekeeping would come everyday to empty our trash only. Noticed the tissue holder in each bathroom was unusually lower, practically near the floor. If the resort chooses to remodel the units, definitely raise the tissue holder. My 6yr old even complained that it was too low. Other than that our time here was well spent. Love the 11am checkout time as all the other resorts checkout time along the strip is 10am. Will definitely return.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

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### The Ellie Beach Resort Myrtle Beach, Tapestry By Hilton

£820

per person

22 Apr - 27 Apr

found 4 hours ago

Return flight included

London (LGW) to Myrtle Beach (MYR)

8.6/10 Excellent! (443 reviews)

Our room was spotless, the staff was warm and friendly, and the Ocean Blue restaurant was too notch.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

### Popular places to visit

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#### Atalaya Castle

You can find out about the history of Murrells Inlet with a stop at Atalaya Castle. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. 

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#### Brookgreen Gardens

5/5(1 review)

A large sculpture garden is just one of the discoveries at this beautiful wildlife preserve on the outskirts of Myrtle Beach.

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#### Litchfield Beach

5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy a slower pace and miles of quiet sandy beaches in this upscale vacation community.

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#### Huntington Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Huntington Beach during your trip to Murrells Inlet? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. 

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#### North Litchfield Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Litchfield Beach during your trip to Pawleys Island? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. 

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#### Lowcountry Zoo

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Lowcountry Zoo home during your travels in Murrells Inlet. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. 

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