Pawleys Island, South Carolina, is a quiet beach escape near Myrtle Beach known for its historic inns, local seafood, golf, kayaking, and handmade hammocks.

Known as “the original beach vacation,” Pawleys Island has welcomed generations of vacationers. Stroll the wide, pristine beach, kayak or fish the marsh, indulge in delicious cuisine and, most importantly, relax and connect with loved ones.

WMBF News on MSN: Nonprofit donates new beach wheelchair, beach mats to Pawleys Island

Located roughly 25 miles south of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Pawleys Island offers a completely different vibe than its bustling neighbor. The four-mile-long sliver of sand and its quiet mainland ...

WPDE on MSN: Adaptive Surf donates matting, wheelchairs to expand beach access in Pawleys Island

Pawleys Island will soon see enhanced beach accesibility thanks to a recent donation by the Adaptive Surf Project.

Adaptive Surf donates matting, wheelchairs to expand beach access in Pawleys Island

In Pawleys, we let the tides tell us what time it is. Spend your day cruising the Waccamaw River, catching dinner off a private dock, or grabbing a drink and hitting the dance floor at a local beach club.

About 70 miles north of Charleston, South Carolina, there's plenty to do on Pawleys Island. Ahead, the best restaurants, outdoor activities, and shopping on this Lowcountry barrier island.