Grand Strand Communities
North Myrtle Beach Communities.
North Myrtle Beach
North Myrtle Beach was founded more than 30 years ago when the communities of Windy Hill, Crescent Beach, Ocean Drive and Cherry Grove united. Each of these communities has its own charm, and generations of vacationers have returned to their favorite spot
year after year. The city has around 15,000 residents and is known for its family beach
atmosphere, fishing piers and wonderfully wide beaches. Famous as the birth place of
the shag, South Carolina's state dance, it's also home to many fine restaurants and family amusements, including Barefoot Landing, a popular waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment destination. Popular annual events include the Society of Stranders
(SOS) Spring Safari and Fall Migration, and the Intracoastal Christmas Regatta. Contact
the North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce at 843-281-2662 or 877-332-2662, or visit NorthMyrtleBeachChamber.com.
Little River
Little River is a unique town, offering a slightly slower pace of life than the rest of the Grand Strand. The community, with a population of around 7,000, lies just below the North Carolina border along what is now the Intracoastal Waterway. Because of numerous tidal creeks and the close proximity to the ocean, Little River was a popular refuge for pirates in the 1700s and Civil War blockade-runners in the 1800s. Its most popular event is the Blue
Crab Festival held each May. Arts and crafts, entertainment, and educational exhibits are featured alongside booths offering an assortment of delicious foods such as crab crakes, steamed crab and other Blue Crab dishes. Contact the Little River Chamber of Commerce at 843-249-6604 or 800-936-2322, or visit LittleRiverChamber.org.
Loris
Located 25 miles northwest of Myrtle Beach, Loris is known for its friendly, small-town atmosphere. A revitalized downtown with colorful storefronts and a historic town clock
welcomes locals and visitors alike. Loris was incorporated as a town in 1902 and now has a population of around 2,300. The Loris Bog-Off, a festival and chicken bog cooking contest, draws huge crowds each October. (A delicious, local specialty, chicken bog is made with chicken, rice, sausage and seasonings.) Contact the Loris Chamber of Commerce at 843- 756-6030, or visit LorisChamberSC.com.
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