Murrells Inlet, SC

About Murrells Inlet

• • Gold-selling country music artist Lee Brice was born in Sumter, but raised in Murrells Inlet.
• • The 'MarshWalk,' a popular boardwalk with restaurants and bars, originated in Murrells Inlet.
• • Oysters and seafood harvests initially defined its economy in the early 19th century.
• • Legend says Blackbeard the pirate buried treasure somewhere along the shores.
• • Hurricane Hazel in 1954 significantly impacted the coastline and local structures.
• • It's named after John Murrell, an early landowner, and was settled around 1730.
• • With roughly 9,500 residents, it's smaller than Pawleys Island, but growing.
• • The average elevation is around 10 feet, making it susceptible to tidal flooding.
• • Tourism and fishing are primary industries, boosted by the area's natural beauty.
• • A salty breeze whispers through the Spanish moss, offering serenity and relaxation.
• • The Carolina Panthers (NFL) are the closest pro team, losing Super Bowl 50 in 2016.
• • The Waccamaw High School Warriors have produced several collegiate athletes.

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