Pawleys Island

The Atlantic Ocean defines the setting of Pawleys Island — its broad beach faces the sea while salt marshes and tidal creeks separate this narrow barrier island from the mainland Waccamaw Neck. The small Georgetown County community is closely associated with the Pawleys Island hammock, a hand-knotted rope hammock that became its best-known local craft. Historic summer cottages, often raised on pilings, recall the island’s longstanding role as a seasonal retreat for families from inland South Carolina. Development remains largely residential, with the shore, dunes and marshes setting the rhythm of the place. Find related webcams along the South Carolina coast to build a fuller picture of Pawleys Island and the Waccamaw Neck.

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