Birding at Huntington Beach State Park, South Carolina

Duration

2 Hours

About

• Birdwatchers and wildlife photographers of all skill levels are encouraged to join us as we spot the interesting birds at the Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, SC.

• Over the course of this 2 hour walking & driving trip, we will explore the marshes and the shores of the ponds and beaches of Huntington Beach State Park.

We will get started by checking out what is flying around the pond along Prat Rd. Here we will be on the lookout for Painted Buntings and various species of shorebirds.

Then we will caravan in our own separate personal vehicles south to the parking lot next to the Atalaya. Drive time is approximately 2 mins to the lot. Walking along the Atalaya Rd. trail, we will be on the lookout for various species of marsh birds including Clapper Rails, , Herons, Egrets, Woodstorks, Ibis, Bitterns and Yellowlegs.

Next, (driving in our own vehicles), we will wrap up the trip by taking a short drive (8mins) to the the Hunting Beach State Park North Beach Access & Picnic area. Spending about 30 mins or so, we'll see if we can spot any ocean or shore birds from the beach. Likely species include various species of Gulls, Sanderlings, Willets, Terns as well as Pelicans and possibly Loons. During the spring and summer months, we will also be on the lookout for warblers and Painted Buntings along the path near the pond next to the lot.

Your booking conformation email will contain directions to our meet up spot to get started!

Viewing Aid Recommendations: A camera equipped with a zoom/telephoto lens (200 mm or more), spotting scope, or binoculars are highly recommended for this trip.

For your peace of mind and safety, social distancing will be practiced throughout the duration of this trip.

Physical Difficulty: Easy to moderate (walking on grassy & occasionally damp paths, wooden boardwalk & sandy beaches ) 1 – 4 miles possible)

Travel: Not included.

Lodging: NOT included, there are multiple hotel accommodations available nearby in Murrells Inlet SC