We had a great time visiting Myrtle Beach at Osprey Marina, but since we had to return the rental car it was time to move on. We went to Barefoot Landing, figuring there would be many restaurants. We were greeted at the dock by celebrities--fellow loopers Tim and Karen of "Let It Ride". Earlier this year they hosted a reporter from the New York Times for a week long cruise across the Okeechobee. An excellent article about America's Great Loop!
It only took one night staying at Barefoot Landing. Too many people and extremely bright lights. So we travel just a few more hours up the ICW to St. James Plantation Harbor Marina. Way too high brow for us. Keep moving, find a place to relax for the holiday.
It was Saturday and the weather was beautiful and perfect for a boat ride. We get out early to travel up the Cape Fear River. We stayed out of the way of a really large tanker.
And EVERYBODY that owns a boat is out for a boat ride today! One lift bridge and two swing bridges that only open at the top of the hour took a bit of waiting and circling and going down the river then coming back to the bridge.
Nine hours later we are at Topsail Island Marina. Only 3 blocks to the beach. All we need is a few more days of warm weather!
Sunrise at the beach......Happy Easter!
