garden city, sc.
Rip Current Website Design is a well-known friend of many businesses in Garden City, SC. We love the community – and not just because most of our favorite restaurants (especially Dead Dogs) is located there! The people, the atmosphere – everything about Garden City is amazing!
interesting facts about garden city.
How big is Garden City?
It is located directly south of Surfside Beach and covers about 5.5 square miles, extending south to a peninsula in Murrells Inlet.
It is not actually a city
While Garden City Beach is often considered to be a city, it is not incorporated and does not yet have a city council or mayor.
How many residents?
The town has a population of around 10,000 people.
Is Garden City the "Grand Strand?"
The small resort town of Garden City Beach is one of twelve distinct communities, including Surfside Beach and Myrtle Beach, that make up an area locals refer to as ‘The Grand Strand.’
Hurricanes?
The town was struck by Hurricane Hazel in October 1954, and left only two homes habitable. The community was struck again by Hurricane Hugo is 1989, where nearly half of the beachfront structures were destroyed, including what was then known as ‘The Kingfisher Pier.’ Since then, no major disasters have affected the area.
The famous Pier
Formally known as the Kingfisher Pier that was completely destroyed by Hurricane Hugo and replaced, It is approximately 668 feet (204 m) long, with a rain shelter at the end of the pier which includes a bar and nightly live music during the tourist season.
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