- Q: Where is Little River, South Carolina located?
- A: Little River is a historic fishing community at the Grand Strand’s north end, named for the river running through it.
- Q: What makes Little River unique compared to nearby Myrtle Beach?
- A: Little River offers a laid-back, relaxing atmosphere and a break from the hustle and bustle of Myrtle Beach.
- Q: What activities can visitors enjoy in Little River?
- A: Visitors can join fishing charters at sunrise or enjoy fresh seafood at restaurants served by local fishing boats.
- Q: How is Little River historically significant?
- A: It is the oldest of fourteen communities in the area, known for its quaint charm and slow-paced life.
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1. La Belle Amie Vineyard
La Belle Amie Vineyard, which translates to “The Beautiful Friend,” is a lovely vineyard in Little River. The Bellamy family has owned this former tobacco plantation turned vineyard since the 1800’s. Visitors can participate in a tasting of some of the La Belle Amie wines from 10:00am to 6:00pm, Tuesday to Saturday. The wines, which vary from red to rosé to white, can also be enjoyed with a selection of food pairings as well in the Tasting Room. During tastings, guests are guided through the basic steps for sampling wines and how to recognize varietals by taste and aroma.
1120 St Joseph Rd, Little River, SC 29566, Phone: 843-399-9463
2. Little River Chamber of Commerce
Little River Chamber of Commerce serves as the Visitors Center for the community of Little River, South Carolina. The Chamber of Commerce manages two major festivals during the year as a way to offer fun distractions for the local community and to promote tourism. Every May, the fishing community of Little River celebrates Blue Crab with their famous Blue Crab Festival, hosting seafood dishes centered around the local delicacy, crafters, and live music.The annual Shrimp Festival takes place every October along the Historic Little River Waterfront, featuring fresh seafood, over 100 vendors, a kids zone, live music, and more.
440 SC-90 E, Little River, SC 29566, Phone: 843-249-6604
3. Twelve 33
Twelve 33 is a small distillery in Little River that makes each of its handcrafted spirits from grains, along with several other ingredients, sourced directly from farms in the local area. This lets the company proudly produce premium spirits that are entirely South Carolina made. Visitors and locals in the Myrtle Beach area can stop by the Twelve 33 Distillery for a cocktail or a tasting any day. Visitors can choose six of the distillery’s spirits for a tasting flight in the Tasting Room and Spirit Guides explain the distilling process. Mini-Cocktail Flights and guided tours are offered as well.
593 SC-90 E, Little River, SC 29566, Phone: 843-663-3344
4. The Parson's Table
Open Tuesday to Saturday for dinner, The Parson’s Table is a unique dining establishment in Little River, South Carolina where guests can eat inside of a historic church. The building still remains mostly the same as it did when it was built as the Little River Methodist Church back in 1885. The church was opened as The Parson’s Table restaurant in the 1970’s and serves American steakhouse fare. To complement the food selection, which includes fresh seafood, there’s an award-winning wine list. As for the decor of the restaurant,, it has been described as “positively Southern-charm antique.”
4305 McCorsley Ave, Little River, SC, 29566, Phone: 843-249-3702
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