Huntington Beach State Park

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An afternoon view across the expansive salt marsh at Huntington Beach State Park in the fall.
An afternoon view across the expansive salt marsh at Huntington Beach State Park in the fall.

Huntington Beach State Park is a small, but spectacular coastal preserve and state park near Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. The park, originally property of Archer M. Huntington, was donated after his death and takes its name from him. His winter home, Atalaya, is also located on the park. Built during the Great Depression by only local workers, it was designed to withstand hurricanes.

It features some of the best birding of the east coast of the US. It has both fresh- and saltwater marshes and hosts many species of ducks and waders in winter. It also has an unspoilt beach and a jetty where oceanbirds like gannets, loons, scoters and occasionally alcids like razorbills and murres can be found. Local birders frequently refer to the park as "HBSP" in communications.

[edit] Buildings and Places

A huge Tree Swallow flock preparing for fall migration takes refuge from the rain on a snag in front of Atalaya.
A huge Tree Swallow flock preparing for fall migration takes refuge from the rain on a snag in front of Atalaya.
  • Nature Center
  • Jetty
  • Atalaya castle
  • Gift Shop
  • Nature Trails
  • Campgrounds
  • Beach
  • Parking Lot
  • Crab Beach Access

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