Overview
Little River is a city in the Grand Strand region of South Carolina. It has about 12,000 residents.
2 sights · 3 things to do · 6 places to eat · 5 places to stay
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Best things about Little River
Vereen Memorial Gardens
Enjoy some walks on boardwalks through swamps and saltwater marshes.
Sea Racer Dolphin Tours
Boat tours for watching dolphins. Tours last about 90 minutes.
The Big "M" Casino Ship II
Little River is quite the destination for offshore gambling excursions, and this one features a brunch buffet, at least when Covid-19 wasn't around. There's a sun deck for those who just want to enjoy the ride.
Eagle Nest Golf Club
Myrtle Beach FC
Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium, on 33rd Avenue. A professional soccer team playing in the National Premier Soccer League. The regular season runs from May to July and tickets are free for kids aged 10 and under.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 90°F; winter lows dip to about 36°F. Very hot (Jul) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Sep and Aug. (climate data from nearby Wilmington)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- MYR Myrtle Beach International Airport, Myrtle Beach — 22 mi away (major hub). Directions
- ILM Wilmington International Airport, Wilmington — 50 mi away. Directions
Little River is located near the South Carolina-North Carolina state line, near the easternmost point in South Carolina. To get there from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, take U.S. Route 17 north. From Wilmington, North Carolina, take U.S. Route 17 south.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Vereen Memorial Gardens, The Big "M" Casino Ship II, Sea Racer Dolphin Tours
- Lunch The Parson's Table
- Afternoon Eagle Nest Golf Club, Myrtle Beach FC
- Dinner Crab Catchers on the Waterfront
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Map
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Understand
- Little River tourism website
Get in
By car
Little River is located near the South Carolina-North Carolina state line, near the easternmost point in South Carolina. To get there from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, take U.S. Route 17 north. From Wilmington, North Carolina, take U.S. Route 17 south.
By plane
Being a small town, Little River does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airports with scheduled commercial service are in Myrtle Beach (28 miles; 44 km) and Wilmington (54 miles; 87 km).
Get around
A car is generally required to get around. Taxis are available though.
See
Do
- Juel's Charters or the Hurricane Fleet out of Little River Inlet, or jet ski rentals, parasailing, and banana boat rides through Bob's Watersports in Cherry Grove or MB Watersports.
- Horseback riding is available in the Cherry Grove section at [https://www.inletpointplantation.com/horseback-tours.php Inlet Point Plantation Stables]
Do Eagle Nest Golf Club
Do Myrtle Beach FC
Doug Shaw Memorial Stadium, on 33rd Avenue. A professional soccer team playing in the National Premier Soccer League. The regular season runs from May to July and tickets are free for kids aged 10 and under.
Eat
Eat Crab Catchers on the Waterfront
Eat Jilla's Gourmet Kitchen
Cute restaurant for lunch for creative meals made with good quality ingredients.
Eat Patio's Tiki Bar & Grill
Fun bar and restaurant with plenty of outdoor riverfront seating. The Spanish oak trees all around really add to the ambiance. Live music some evenings. Closed during the winter.
Sleep
Stay Lakeshore Motel
Stay Mineola Motel
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