Black Bear Highway 9 West, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
1-877-NOW-GOLF(669-4653)
Located just north of Myrtle Beach on Highway 9, Black Bear provides a unique day of golf. The hilliest golf course in Myrtle Beach on the front side and marshes and finger lakes on the backside,
The front and the back nine are so different you would not believe you are on the same golf course. The back side is very challenging as marshes surround you on several holes. #18 is an excellent design through the marshes. There are 15 holes that offer water hazards.
Carved through a mixture of hardwoods and pines, Black Bear features 23 crystal clear lakes which gives this course a different feel than others in Myrtle Beach. Renowned architect Tom Jackson designed the par 72 with four sets of tees for every level of play.
Black Bear offers challenges for golfers or all skill levels.
Take Harrelson Boulevard to Highway 17 Bypass, Make a Right onto Highway 17 Bypass and head North until Route 501, Merge onto Route 501 North towards Conway, Take 501 N. until you get to Highway 31 (Carolina Bays Parkway), Take Highway 31 North until the end, At the end merge Left onto Highway 9 West towards Dillon, Take 9 West for about 10 – 12 miles, Course will be on the Right.
Although a reasonable division on the surface, Things to Do vs. Things to See can result in some arbitrary distinctions. In general, activities in "Do" require more involvement. But where does that leave something like a state park? The point is, for a look at everything, also go to:
A major reason people come to the Grand Strand; so popular an activity it has its own guide. Here you will find the most detailed guide available, with commentary and statistics for every course and online T-time reservations.
Rentals, tours, and instruction. Day and evening tours of black water cypress swamps, rice plantations, tidal marshes, and wildlife refuges. Canoe or kayak, guides available. Located 3 miles north of Georgetown, Hwy 701 at Kensington Gardens, 21 Garden Ave. 843-546-4840.
Deep sea fishing, saltwater marsh explorer adventures narrated by a marine biologist, ocean sightseeing cruises, pirate adventure voyages, parasailing, scuba diving, jet ski rentals and outboard motor boat rentals. Located South Strand Waterfront H.way 17 at Murrells Inlet, 843-651-3676.
Open all year; winterized, all-season, customized safari jeeps. Tour director, Virgil Graham, is a pro magazine photographer, naturalist and area native. 3 hour narrated tour is a combination of nature and history. Travel to salt marsh, cypress swamp and fresh water ecosystems. See: egrets, American Bald Eagle, Ibis, and Alligators in their natural habitat. Tour a 15 century style Spanish castle, rice plantations, islands, slave cabins and more.
Offers sport fishing and exploring opportunities for all ages. Gulfstream, in-shore, bottom, trolling and near shore fishing charters available. Also available for selected shelling, sightseeing and tournament charters. Departs from the Georgetown Landing Marina, (843) 662-2581.
Private champagne cruising aboard Elysium, a 44' Viking motor yacht. Choose champagne sunset cruise to overnights to Charleston or Baldhead Island. You choose where. You choose when. Maximum six passengers at a time. 800-890-7432
Hurricane Fleet Fishing and Cruising
Fleet of charter boats available for fishing, adventure cruises, and sightseeing. Reservations required. Deep sea fishing, sport fishing. Gulf Stream fishing includes rod, reel, bait and tackle, mates to assist if needed. Located Calabash, NC, Hurricane Fleet Marina, off Hwy 17, route 179. 843-249-3571.
Island Queen
90 passenger vessel, 2 hr trip. Historic plantation cruises, ghost story cruises late afternoon. Adults $12.50 children $7.00. Located Georgetown Landing Marina, Hwy 17 Bridge, 843-527-3180.
Sea Screamer
Narrated cruises of the Intracoastal Waterway. Trip ends with a high speed ride past the beaches and resorts. Located Little River.
Home to South Carolina's largest roller coaster and Ferris wheel. Go-carts, batting cages, and carnival games. Open Mar.-Oct. Located 3rd Ave. S and Ocean Blvd. 843-626-3447.
Garden City Pavilion and Funland Arcade
Arcade games, carnival games, and carni-atomsphere. Located 103 Atlantic Ave. Garden City. 843-651-2770.
Grand Prix go-carts, some tracks require drivers license. Miniature golf. 2 locations, north location has kiddie park and rides, south location has speed boats, bumper boats, batting cage. 3201 S. King Hwy 843-238-4783. And US 17 S Windy Hill, 843-272-6010.
More than 35 rides. Water rides, grand prix road racing, boardwalk. Open Mar.-Oct. 1 PM-midnight. Tickets $0.50 each, each ride takes several tickets, all day pass available. Located 812 N Ocean Blvd. 843-448-6456.
The Carolinas' largest water park. Slides, flumes, lazy rivers, wave pool; about any way to have fun with water. Open May to mid-Sept. 3000 10th N. Ext. Myrtle Beach. 843-448-1026.
Wild Water & Wheels
All types of water rides, bumper boats, arcade, race track, miniature golf. May to mid-Sept. 910 US 17 S. Surfside Beach. 843-238-WILD.
Day Trips
Historic Wilmington is only 90 minutes away. It has an extensive downtown historic district with a number of houses open for tour. Home of the USS North Carolina, lots of shopping and wide white beaches.
Oceanfront park, 312 acres, 350 campsites, 5 cabins, picnic areas/shelters, nature trail, pier and surf fishing. Open year round. Located U.S. 17 S. 843-238-5325. Park hours 6-10, office M-F 9-5.
Picnic areas with shelters, boardwalk, surf fishing, crabbing, and bird watching, salt marsh, nature trail, fresh water lagoon. 127 camping sites. Located US. 17 S, across from Brookgreen Gardens, Murrells Inlet. 843-237-4440.
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Columbus County Attractions
Come and explore the hidden treasures of Columbus County. History, festivals and our natural wonders make us the perfect vacation destination. Founded nearly 200 years ago, it’s a county rich in history, highlighting the ways of a bygone era. Whether you would like to “Discover the History of a county called Columbus”, feel the charm of days gone by, visit a small river town or experience an outdoor adventure in some of North Carolina’s most scenic places, Columbus County can offer it all.
Visit the North Carolina Museum of Forestry, where trees come to life, railroad depot museums and walk quaint main streets with soda fountains and sandwich grills. You can enjoy Lake Waccamaw, the largest natural lake between New York and Florida, a kayak or canoe trip down the Lumber River, designated as a “Wild and Scenic River” by the US Department of Interior or experience an afternoon of fishing or hunting at Daddy Joe’s or one of our hunting preserves. You can even visit a zoo. Come and discover for yourself why we say “Your adventure begins in Columbus County ……
Agritourism
Boys & Girls Home Exhibition Center 400 Flemington Drive Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450 910/646-3083 ext. 275 Visit Website
Strickland's Farm Produce & Corn Maze 8289 Swamp Fox Highway West Tabor City, NC 28463 910-649-7921
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park @ Daddy Joe's Fishing Hole 626 Richard Wright Road Tabor City, NC 28463 877-668-8586 910-653-2155 www.taborcityjellystone.com
Arts/Cultural
Columbus County Arts Council 822 S. Madison Street Whiteville, NC 28472 910-640-2787 www.columbuscountyarts.com
Camping
Boys & Girls Home Exhibition Center 400 Flemington Drive Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450 910/646-3083 ext. 275 Visit Website
Lake Waccamaw State Park 1866 State Park Drive Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450 910-646-4748 www.ncsparks.net/lawa.html
