Boats, Boardwalks, & Beachcombing on the Hammock Coast

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Take a stroll on the Harborwalk in Georgetown

Running along the waterfront in Georgetown’s Historic District, the Harborwalk connects municipal parks, dining, and museums in a serene setting on the Sampit River, one of the five rivers that flow into Winyah Bay.

At the Rice Museum on the southeastern end of the Harborwalk, learn how these five river systems contributed to the growth of the rice industry in Georgetown County. You can also check out the South Carolina Maritime Museum to learn about the seafaring history of Georgetown and South Carolina. Items on exhibit include megalodon teeth — a big draw for kids — and the original Fresnel lens from the North Island Lighthouse.

After exploring the museums, it’s time to relax over a good meal overlooking the water. Try the shrimp and grits with smoked sausage and tasso ham at The River Room, followed by a Winyah Breeze cocktail at Between the Antlers. While sipping your martini, watch as the sun sinks lower and the sky becomes painted with colors. “We have some gorgeous sunsets here, so you always see someone on the Harborwalk taking pictures of the sky and the water,” says Hope McFadden, administrator for the maritime museum. “The colors that are created in the sky throughout the year are phenomenal.”