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Early this morning, dedicated volunteers were out on the sands of Huntington Beach State Park, marking and securing the 6th sea turtle nest of the season. While a walk on the beach at sunrise sounds peaceful, these volunteers are doing critical, high-stakes conservation work. Without their efforts, the survival of these ancient marine creatures would be under serious threat. Why Volunteer Work is Critical for Nest Survival Sea turtle eggs face a gauntlet of dangers from the m

Happy National Garden Week! This annual celebration is all about uniting communities around green spaces and horticultural knowledge. To celebrate, we are thrilled to spotlight a remarkable, eco-friendly collaboration right here at home: the CCU Nature Center Garden Project in Huntington Beach State Park. Coastal Carolina University’s Sustainability and Community Resilience class researched and created a Team Community Project Plan to build water-compatible structures to disp

Happy National Trails Day! Established by the American Hiking Society, the first Saturday in June is our collective reminder to advocate for, give back to, and explore the incredible networks of trails that connect us to nature. While South Carolina's Upstate gets a lot of love for its rugged mountain climbs, you don't have to head to the Blue Ridge to find a world-class hiking experience. Right here on the coast, Huntington Beach State Park offers 2,500 acres of absolute Low

The Real Benefits of Membership: Why Joining Our Community Matters When you become a member of the Friends of Huntington Beach State Park (FoHBSP), you aren't just signing up for a park decal—you are stepping into a vibrant, passionate community. Whether you want to roll up your sleeves as a volunteer or support our mission from afar, becoming a member enriches your life just as much as it preserves our beautiful coastal sanctuary. Our Park is unique in that we have activitie

Park staff and volunteers install the newly made gate at Atalaya The coastal environment at Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, faces constant challenges from changing tides, storms, and human activity. While visitors enjoy the park’s natural beauty, many of the efforts to protect and improve this habitat remain unseen. These invisible projects play a crucial role in supporting wildlife and preserving the park’s delicate ecosystems. Staff and volunt

Huntington Beach State Park is one of South Carolina’s most important coastal habitats—where dunes, maritime forest, salt marsh, and tidal creeks meet the Atlantic. These connected ecosystems protect the shoreline, filter water, and provide food and shelter for wildlife ranging from shorebirds to loggerhead sea turtles. Protecting them takes all of us—visitors, volunteers, and the broader community. Why coastal ecosystems matter Coastal habitats do more than look beautiful. D

When you think of the pristine, wide-open beaches, the sweeping salt marshes, or the iconic architecture of Atalaya Castle, you might picture the dedicated park rangers who manage them. But behind the scenes of Huntington Beach State Park in Murrells Inlet, there is an invisible engine driving it forward: our community of the Friends of Huntington Beach State Park (FoHBSP) volunteers. Volunteering here isn’t just about giving away your free time; it’s a powerful investment i