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The 5 Best Things to Do in Hilton Head Island
If you are wondering what to do during your trip to Hilton Head, rest assured, you have options! Here in the Lowcountry, there is a little something for everyone. Whether you love soaking up the rays on the pristine beaches of Hilton Head, kayaking through the natural beauty of the Lowcountry, or booking a charter boat to catch some fish for dinner, this island has got you covered.
Endless Trails for Biking & Walking
It’s no lie that Hilton Head offers some of the best trail options when it comes to biking, walking, and running. With over 65 miles of beautiful pathways to utilize at your leisure, it is the ideal place to get your body moving while also enjoying the great outdoors. Hilton Head Island has been named one of the top 39 bicycle-friendly communities in the U.S., and one of 34 to achieve the Gold Level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award from the League of American Bicyclists. Check out the island’s trail maps and additional resources here.

Hilton Head’s endless options of pathways & trails. Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
With over 4,000 acres of land, Pinckney Island boasts picturesque views of the Lowcountry. Making a stop at Pinckney’s wildlife sanctuary will leave you feeling reconnected to mother nature and gives those who visit a true appreciation for our area. It is an important part of wildlife refuges along the Atlantic Flyway, attracting thousands of migratory birds every year. The land also provides a nesting habitat for birds such as ibis, egrets, and herons. Pinckney Island is nestled right between Bluffton and Hilton Head, making it an easy location to visit while going over the bridge.

Pinckney Island’s Wildlife Refuge. Hilton Head Beaches
Utilizing the beautiful beaches is a no-brainer while visiting Hilton Head. The island offers a plethora of options to choose from if you are looking to lay out and get some rays, but don’t forget your SPF! Some favorite local spots are Burkes Beach, Mitchelville, Folly Field, and Forest Beach (Coligny).

A beach sunset on Hilton Head Island. Shopping Centers
While enjoying your time spent on one of the east coast’s favorite islands, why not bring a little piece of the Lowcountry home with you? Peruse local boutiques for some pieces to add to your wardrobe, browse the Island’s thrift stores and consignment shops, or find special gifts for friends and family. Some of the best spots for shopping are Coligny Plaza, Shelter Cove Towne Centre, The Village at Wexford, The Shops at Sea Pine Center, and Main Street Village. You may even consider stopping by Hilton Head Island’s farmer’s market, held every Tuesday at Honey Horn Plantation from 9:00AM-1:00PM, for some fresh and local produce.

Shelter Cove Towne Centre – Shopping & Dining on Hilton Head Island. Boating and Watersports
Take your Lowcountry adventures to another level by partaking in one of the many boating and watersport options here on Hilton Head Island. From fishing charters to sunset cruises, or paddle boarding and kayaking to parasailing, vacationers are bound to find something enjoyable for the whole family.

Parasailing is one of Hilton Head’s popular watersport options. -

Top 6 Hilton Head Public Golf Courses
If you love golf, Hilton Head Island offers some of the finest anywhere in the world
If you are one of the thousands of fans who look forward to the RBC Heritage every year, you will be happy to know that the 53rd RBC Heritage is scheduled for April 11 – 17, 2022. This year you may gather in crowds and tents with friends and celebrities!
HARBOUR TOWN GOLF LINKS
The popular home to the RBC Heritage Golf Tournament is located inside the Sea Pines Resort in Sea Pines. This golf course enjoys a world-renowned reputation for excellence. Designed by Pete Dye and renowned golfer Jack Nicklaus, the golf course is both stunning and challenging even for the most advanced players.
OYSTER REEF GOLF
Oyster Reef Golf Club is home to one of the most spectacular golf holes on the entire island. The Par 3 #6 plays 192 yards from the championship tees to a green that is set against the backdrop of beautiful Port Royal Sound.
Gorgeous lagoons, palm trees mixed with Spanish moss-covered live oaks
create unparalleled beauty along this 190-acre 18-hole championship course. Golf course architect Rees Jones used the scenic landscape of Hilton Head as the backdrop for the beautiful golf course.
HILTON HEAD NATIONAL
Hall of Famer, Gary Player, and former PGA Tour Design Consultant and National Architectural Award Winner, Bobby Weed each used their distinctive design elements to create a great course. Located just a short distance from the Hilton Head bridges in Bluffton, SC, this meandering course is player-friendly for the casual golfer as well as the more serious golfer who enjoys a good challenge.
PALMETTO DUNES GOLF
This beautiful resort has three stunning and challenging golf courses. A true Hilton Head experience awaits you inside this magnificent oceanfront resort.
- ROBERT TRENT JONES Located on the beautiful Atlantic ocean, the shifting winds make every hole play differently providing both challenges and rewards for players of every skill level. The panoramic views of the deep blue ocean from the elevated green of the par-5 on the 10th hole, make playing the course one of the most memorable rounds of golf on Hilton Head Island.
- ARTHUR HILLS Many golfers regard the Arthur Hills Course at Palmetto Dunes, as the most challenging public golf course on Hilton Head Island. Designed by architect Arthur Hill, the course has long been regarded as one of South Carolina’s most unique golf layouts. Blending the topographic beauty of the Lowcountry with the inherent challenges of the game, The Hills course has earned a much-deserved reputation as one of the island’s best golf courses.
- GEORGE FAZIO When it comes to delivering a challenging round of golf, the Fazio course rates high as one of the youngest courses to ever appear on Golf Digest’s list of “America’s 100 Best.”







