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

The park features several species of birds of the southeast coast of the United Statesfor for bird watching. It hosts many types of ducks and waders in winter in both fresh and saltwater marshes. It has 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.

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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.

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