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Pawleys Island
Spend 2 days: beach and creek activities, then head to Myrtle Beach or Georgetown for more options.
Pawleys Island is a tiny barrier‑island community (pop. ~130) with beach access, fishing, kayaking and a few inns. One full day covers beach time; a second adds creek‑side fishing or paddle‑boarding before you travel to nearby Myrtle Beach for dining and nightlife.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid, higher traffic on Grand Strand)
- Airport
- MYR
- Nights
- 2
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Pawleys Island911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Pawleys Island, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyPawleys Island is low‑crime and family‑friendly; main risks are traffic on US‑17 and sun exposure on the beach.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMYR Myrtle Beach International Airport (45 min drive south on US‑17; carriers include American, Delta, United).
- Getting aroundRent a car; no public transport on the island.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a mainland café$2–4
- Budget bedInn room (double), a night, per roomUS$120
- Mid-range bedInn room (double), a night, per roomUS$180
- High-end bedInn room (double), a night, per roomUS$260
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$130 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MYR Myrtle Beach International Airport (45 min drive south on US‑17; carriers include American, Delta, United)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Feb
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Mar
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Apr
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
May
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jun
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Care
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Care
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Nov
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C) low), wettest Apr (9 rain days), driest Jan (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Pawleys Island: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
7 rd
Feb
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
Mar
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Apr
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
May
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
9 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Rent a car; no public transport on the island. Walk to the beach from anywhere. Two short bridges connect to US‑17 for mainland services.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Myrtle Beach
goDoor to door: ≈1 h round trip
Drive south on US‑17, about 45 min
Restaurants, shops, amusement parks
Georgetown (Winyah Bay)
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Drive south on US‑17, about 30 min
Kayak, wildlife, historic sites
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Sea View Inn
Private beach, ocean on one side, salt‑marsh on the other; check‑in noon, check‑out 10 AM
Vista Inn & Suites
Ocean Highway location; basic rooms
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $80–120 excl. bed
- Mid
- $120–180 excl. bed
- High
- $180–250 excl. bed
Trip budget
| Inn room (double)1 × 2 nights × US$180 | US$360 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × US$130 | US$520 |
| Car rental (compact, 2 days)2 × US$70 · check | US$140 |
| Fishing tackle (store purchase)2 × US$15 · check | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$105 |
| Trip total≈ US$289 per person per day, bed included | US$1,155 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a mainland café | $2–4 |
| Ice cream on the beach | $3–5 |
| Bike rental (mainland) | $15–25 per day |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No shops or restaurants on the island; plan meals on the mainland.
- Limited public parking on the beach; arrive early in peak season.
- No bike lanes or sidewalks; use a car for off‑island errands.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
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Embassy
US citizens: nearest consulate in Charleston (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Myrtle Beach Airport → Pawleys Island (rental car): ≈45 min, $70–90 for 2 days (check)
Say or show
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much does this cost?
- ¿Dónde está el baño más cercano? — Where is the nearest restroom?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Pawleys Island. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, humid, higher traffic on Grand Strand) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a second night for a full‑day fishing charter on Pawleys Creek.
- Combine with a golf day on the Grand Strand (many courses within 20 km).
Sources
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