Best Walking Trails & Routes in Hilton Head Island

Windy beach ride

walking path to the beach that is open to the public

We start the bike route at Bull Point (part of the island that looks towards Skull Creek and the Intercoastal Waterway) to finish at the entrance of the Refuge. The first section of the 0.8 mile road is a grass trail and when we pass the Barker Pond it changes to a gravel road for approximately 1.3 more miles. It is a very interesting place for lovers of wildlife and nature, (great variety of birds) beautiful views towards the marshes and a very relaxed place, there are not too many people, if you go during the week. Ideal for hiking / cycling. Everything starts and ends in the parking area, so the distances are round trip. In my case, not to repeat the route, I only do it back. There is no water or toilets and the path is too hard for the wheelchair. Pinckney Wildlife Refuge,Rd Hilton Head Island,SC 29926

The preserve was established in 1965 after Caroline Newhall persuaded Sea Pines developer Charles Fraser to protect 50 acres of land from development. The restoration of a 14-foot deep pond in the middle of the property created the focal point for the preserve and a habitat for a richer, more diverse plant and wildlife population. Visitors can pick up a trail guide at a kiosk near the parking area. From here, you'll set off on the Newhall Trail, walking through a woodland ecosystem known as Pine/Saw Palmetto Flatwoods. This rare South Carolina plant community features four species of pine, saw palmetto, fetterbush and bracken fern. At the end of the trail you'll come to a boardwalk off to your right. It takes you to a pecosin, a small wetland once common on barrier islands. When you emerge from the loop, you'll be on the Pond Trail. We start our walk and go straight to the pond. To the right is the Boardwalk, which we surround and continue towards the Pine Flatwoods area. We continue along the pond to enter and cross the South and North Woods Trail areas. Finally we arrive at the Branch Wood Trail area that gives us the end of the walk, to Newhall Trail. It is a relaxing walk through nature, short and for any condition. Wheelchairs can do it, taking into account that it is a nature trail. It's free. There is no water or baths and you feel the presence of insects. If it has rained before you will find parts of the muddy path. 88 Palmetto Bay Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Sea Pines is one of the largest residential and tourist plantations of Hilton Head, covering 5,200 acres. ... Sea Pines is also associated with the world-renowned Harbour Town marina, and its red and white striped lighthouse emblem, built in 1969 to help ships traveling in Calibogue sound. walk, run or ride your bike on all the trails.Enjoy the beaches, playgrounds, tennis courts, golf courses and all services, from bars and restaurants to shops for your purchases.

Nice Beach Walk, or run. Nice Sunrise if you get up early. Very pretty Beach

The new Shelter Cove Community Park offers residents and visitors a lively list of festivals and events throughout the year, as well as a playground full of fun features, quiet picnic spots, a performance pavilion, benches and tables, trails for Walk and breathtaking views of the water. A unique water source designed only for Shelter Cove Community Park is the focal point at the entrance, located near the intersection of Shelter Cove Lane and Towne Center Drive. Bicycle pens are offered to allow cyclists to easily access this new service in the Shelter Cove area. We start at Shelter Cove Ln in the parking area. We turn left to see and take pictures of the lake. We turned the path to the park entrance. We surround the park, which has everything, bathrooms, playground, benches, and beautiful views of the marshes and Broad Creek. It is perfect for walking with the little ones. Wheelchair friendly, and dogs with leashes. Localitation: 39 Shelter Cove Ln,Hilton Head,SC 29928

A nice walk along the marina of Shelter Cove,although if you want,you can continue on the different bike paths.There are all services,shops,restaurants, bathrooms,rental of any type of boat, bicycles,etc.Anyway you will have a good time, with very nice views Localitation: 1 Shelter Cove Ln Hilton Head Island SC 29928

This 4,053-acre refuge includes Pinckney Island, Corn Island, Big and Little Harry Islands, Buzzard Island and numerous small hammocks. Pinckney is the largest of the islands and the only one open to public use. These lands were donated to the federal government in 1975 by private owners with the sole purpose of preserving their wildlife resources. Almost 67% of the refuge consists of marshes and tidal streams. However, on Pinckney Island there is a wide variety of land types, including forests, grasslands and freshwater ponds. In combination, these habitats support a diversity of wildlife species. The blue goose is the symbol of the National Wildlife Refuge System. Hiking/Biking Trips Ibis Pond-1.2 miles Shell Point-4.6 miles Starr Pond-2.0 miles Osprey Pond-3.0 miles Nini Chapin Pond-3.6 miles Bull Point-5 miles Dick Point 7.4 miles White Point 7.8 miles It is a long walk.In summer there are many insects, I recommend bringing repellent.There are no bathrooms or drinking water and I think it is a hard path for the wheelchair. It is a place of calm, relaxed where you can enjoy birds and beautiful views. Localitation Pinckney Wildlife Refuge,Rd Hilton Head,SC 29926