LORIS

Loris, South Carolina, is a quiet agricultural and historic railroad town in northern Horry County, about 30 miles inland from Myrtle Beach. Home to roughly 3,000 residents, it spans 3.1 square miles and is famous for its Southern charm and annual chicken bog celebration. 

History & Growth

• Founded on December 7, 1887, as a railroad stop for the Wilmington, Chadbourn, and Conway Railroad.

• Incorporated on July 26, 1902, transitioning from timber and turpentine to a thriving tobacco market.

• Officially transitioned from a town to a city in the 1970s. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Culture & Annual Events

• Loris Bog-Off Festival: Held every third Saturday in October, drawing thousands to celebrate chicken bog (a local dish of chicken, rice, sausage, and spices) with cooking contests, live music, and an antique car show.

• Main Street features local boutiques, gift shops, and community gathering spots like Mattie Jane's. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]

Local Attractions & Recreation

• Diamondback Golf Club: An 18-hole Lowcountry golf course winding through pine forests.

• Barn View Winery: A rural local winery offering tastings and events.

• Loris Nature Park: Quiet walking trails providing a peaceful outdoor escape