Our wide open space hilton head island’s beach is vast, hard-packed and lively
Bring flip flops when you go to the beach on Hilton Head Island. The shores are sugar sand firm. Your bare feet may soon grumble, for this seashore is about as solid as pavement. There is good evidence for this—millennia of geologic activity and ocean waves have molded our solid strand. It is wide and level and unlike most other shores in America. Let’s find out why.
Sea Turtle Season is Here!
Beginning in early May and ending in October, Hilton Head Island is a refuge for sea turtles as they prepare to nest and lay their eggs for the season. The most common kind of sea turtle to make the shores of Hilton Head Island their nesting ground is the Loggerhead Sea Turtle, and while it can be an exciting prospect to see this spectacle of nature in the wild, it’s important to give these wonderful creatures their space so they can continue to prosper as species around the shores of America's Favorite Island® and in our oceans.
If you happen to be visiting the Lowcountry during this magical time of the year, and you’d like to witness the beauty of mother nature, there are several things to keep in mind to be able to participate safely and respectfully — let us tell you how!
10 reasons to visit hilton head island in the fall
Hilton Head Island in the fall is a hidden gem. People love to enjoy the Island’s beaches, boats, biking, and more in the summer — but some don’t realize the untapped potential that America’s Favorite Island® has to offer in the fall. Get ready for a season filled with fresh air, fresh seafood, and fresh ideas. Let’s dig into 10 reasons to visit Hilton Head Island this fall.
Photo at left by @AndrewPHazel on Instagram.
Celebrate fourth of july on hilton head island
It's time to show off your red, white, and blue spirit on Hilton Head Island! From fun runs to fireworks, here's how to celebrate the Fourth of July in style on Hilton Head. The biggest holiday of the summer is just around the corner - here's how to enjoy it, Island-Style.
A Lowcountry Gift Guide for the Whole Family
Hilton Head Island is known for our miles of pristine beaches, abundant natural beauty, authentic Lowcountry flavors, and our welcoming, laid back vibe. It’s for these reasons that we’re America’s Favorite Island® and are a destination families return to year after year, generation after generation. This year, the holidays will look very different for many families. Some annual vacations to the Lowcountry have been postponed, and gatherings will need to be much smaller than usual. We know that Hilton Head Island is a part of many families’ annual traditions, so if you love the Lowcountry and wish you were here, we sure do have the gift guide for you.
Read on to learn more about our recommendations for Lowcountry gifts for the whole family from local Hilton Head Island small businesses! All of the shops we’ve linked to offer the ability to order online and/or by telephone, making it easy to #ShopSmall and bring Hilton Head Island home for the holidays.
Bring on the Low Tide Fun at Bluffton's May River Sand Bar
When in Bluffton do as the locals do. This means:
- if you don’t catch your seafood yourself you buy it as the Bluffton Oyster Company
- if you don’t grow your own produce you buy it from the local farmers and vendors at the Thursday afternoon farmers market in Old Town and…
- if you have a boat or access to one, on summer weekends when the tide is right you hang out at the May River sand bar
