Hilton Head Activities

Whether you like to swim or sunbathe on the beach, ride your bike there at sunset, or want to feel the ocean breeze while playing golf on the oceanfront golf course, visit museums or explore wildlife areas, play tennis, rent a boat, go on an adventure cruise, go sailing or fishing, kayaking or go on a dolphin discovery, shopping or fine dining, we can guide you right where you want to be so you can have a memorable vacation on Hilton Head Island.

Biking On Hilton Head Island

If you love biking or you always wanted to try, this is your place. With nearly 50 miles of public pathways nestled along the live oak tree lined streets and nature trails and more than 50 miles of pathways within the private developments, Hilton Head Island is a bikers’ paradise.
There are many kiosks along the pathways, showing location and Island-wide maps.

In addition, you can enjoy a bike ride during low tide along the beautiful 12 miles of island beaches.

Our extensive list of Bike Rental Companies on Hilton Head Island »

On The Water Around Hilton Head

There are numerous companies organizing various water sports activities including kayaking, parasailing, sailing, speed boat and jet ski riding, dolphin and wildlife discoveries and a fresh perspective on our beautiful island.

Find out more about your favorite Hilton Head island Water Sports »

Hilton Head Beaches

Even though beach access is private at many places, all Hilton Head beaches are public from the ocean to the high water mark.

Public beach access is available at Alder Lane Beach Access, off South Forest Beach Drive; Coligny Beach Park, off Coligny Circle; Fish Haul Park, at the end of Beach City Road; Driessen Beach Park, at the end of Bradley Beach Road; Burkes Beach Access, at the end of Burkes Beach Road; Folly Field Beach Park, off Folly Field Road; and Islanders Beach Park, off Folly Field Road.

Go and enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty of Hilton Head Island beaches while having a cocktail at the Tiki Hut and watching the locals play volleyball or dine at an oceanfront restaurant featuring Low Country favorites.

Read the Town Of Hilton Head Island Beach Regulations » including information about Animals on the Beach »

Fishing

On Hilton Head Island you can fish offshore in the Atlantic ocean, inshore on the Sound, in lagoons and creeks.

Our list of companies to check about Fishing On Hilton Head Island »

Family Activities

If you want to get out there and do something different, here are a list of companies offering various ammusements.

Coastal Discovery Museum »	(843) 689-6767
Lawton Stables »	(843) 671-2586
Lowcountry Saddlery	(843) 837-8700
Rose Hill Equestrian Center	(843) 757-7721
Rose Hill Mansion »	(843) 757-6046
The Sandbox, Interactive Children’s Museum »	(843) 842-7645

Art & Entertainment

Visit our museums and art galleries, enjoy theater shows and concerts. Hilton Head is a small Island with a whole lot to offer for art and entertainment for children and adults.

Hilton Head Art League Gallery »‎	(843) 681-5060‎
Camellia Art & Gallery‎ »	(843) 785-3535‎
Arts Center of Coastal Carolina Box Office »	(843) 842-2787
Bolton Smith Harbour Art Gallery	(843) 785-2787
Harbour Town Lighthouse Museum‎ »	(843) 671-2810‎
Endangered Arts Ltd‎ »	(843) 785-5075

Hilton Head Fitness Centers

Stay in shape while on vacation. Workout in one of our gyms on and off Hilton Head Island.

Breakthrough Fitness Center‎ »‎	(843) 341-2166
Gold's Gym‎ »	(843) 837-4653‎
Progressive Health & Fitness »	(843) 842-3359
Matrix Training Center »	(843) 341-6949‎
Health Quest One‎ »	(843) 681-5321‎
Curves‎ »	(843) 785-2999‎