Location: Hilton Head
Top Things to do in Hilton Head
8 Beaches in Hilton Head That You Shouldn't Miss
Long known as a golfer's paradise, Hilton Head Island is heaven for any type of sports enthusiast. Tennis, volleyball, polo, championship golf on some of the best fairways in the United States - those are just a few athletic options. In fact, the island plays host to many prestigious sporting events throughout the year. All of it surrounded by sunny beaches and lush greenery. In between games or matches, explore Hilton Head's natural wonders. The Sea Pines Forest Preserve offers a close-up look at a swamp without having to get mucky. Raised boardwalks provide a protected path for pedestrians. And don't miss the colorful Harbourtown Lighthouse, the island's icon. Choose from a number of first-class resorts and hotels to experience it all.
Restaurants in Hilton Head
1. Coligny Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,141 reviews
Reviewed By woodyt2014 - Dover, United States
This is a beautiful beach with white sand the life guards are very watchful and friendly the town provides clean restrooms shower and changing stalls along with hanging porch swings and seating if you have small ones they will love the fountain
2. Singleton Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By ShariH81
We stayed at a condo on Singleton Beach for the week before Memorial Day and spent most of our waking hours on the beach walking, riding our bikes, relaxing or people watching. We LOVE this area. The beach is wide & we were able to walk and ride our bikes for a long distance in both directions. While there are a few parks providing public access to this beach, it was not too congested while we were there. It was nice to see people of all ages enjoying the sun, water, sand and nice breeze. There were a few people fishing off of the beach, but not near others. We watched 2 catch small sharks and another battle something that we presume was a stingray though, after 25 min. of watching, we didn't see if he ever reeled his catch in. We were there during the time period that the loggerhead turtles come onto the beach to nest. Each morning, we were on the beach early & saw tracks, but missed seeing any turtles. Next time, we'll go out during the nightly high tide regardless of the early hour. We enjoyed exploring the area where the ocean water pours into a marsh (seeing the masses of fiddler crabs) and seeing clams during low tide down the beach quite a ways near Mitchelville Freedom Park. We hope to return to Hilton Head again and will plan on staying at a condo on Singleton Beach again.
3. Folly Field Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 420 reviews
Reviewed By KLtravels121 - Lakeland, United States
We spent ten days at Folly Field Beach recently and really enjoyed this beach. Their was a nice boardwalk that ended with a blue tarp type of of walkway that makes it very easy to pull your beach wagon. The beach is clean & not crowded. Dogs are allowed on the beach this time of year & it was fun to watch them playing in the water.
4. Driessen Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By ErnestB60 - Lithonia, United States
Simply put, with the large parking lot, bathroom and shower facility, then nice walk to the beach, everything that one would need for having a good time starts with Driessen Beach Park. We've been visiting every year since the 90's and look forward to it every time. As our children begin starting their families, I would expect this will continue to be a destination for the next generation.
5. Burkes Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By DanaP266 - Hilton Head, United States
By far, my favorite beach. Free parking. A "nature trail" through the dunes, along the river, and out to where the river meets the ocean. So beautiful. Much less congested than Coligny. I enjoy it all year, especially winter when there's no one around and it's pristinely beautiful.
6. Alder Lane Beach Access
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By lovetotravel876 - Georgina, Canada
This path goes by the Marriott Hotel and has a board walk with easy access to the beach for walking or bike riding. It was a short distance from the Seascape complex where we stayed.
7. Hilton Head Island Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By BillB586 - Springfield - Delaware County, United States
Hilton Head Island has the finest beaches on the East coast!! Pretty calm waters, and very warm well into October!
8. Fish Haul Beach Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By khousden - Columbus, United States
Quiet, beautiful - great beach for a long walk, kids able to find some small shells, overall just a beautiful natural beach.
