| Hilton Head Island is beautifully perched off the | | | | to catch some sun, build sandcastles, and play in |
| coast of South Carolina and is teeming with | | | | the waves of the ocean. Those who are looking |
| activities that are bound to excite and delight | | | | for a more private beach experience will want to |
| every member of your family. A popular tourist | | | | try Burkes Beach. It does not have any of the |
| destination, Hilton Head is overflowing with pristine | | | | facilities the more popular beaches have but is |
| sandy beaches and gorgeous nature preserves | | | | great for anyone who wants a quiet afternoon |
| that are perfect for outdoor adventures and | | | | for reflection near the water. |
| exploration. Whether you are heading to Hilton | | | | If you or anyone in your family is interested in |
| Head for the gorgeous scenery or as a getaway | | | | marine life or wildlife, Hilton Head can certainly |
| from a hectic lifestyle, you are sure to find this | | | | provide some interesting and worthwhile sights. |
| island more relaxing than you ever imagined. | | | | Bottle nose dolphins are frequently spotted along |
| Hilton Head offers beachgoers more than twelve | | | | the shore throughout the summer since this is |
| miles of sparkling white sand that borders on the | | | | where they come to catch their meals. For a |
| warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean. You can find | | | | more informative experience, outlets for |
| bustling beaches that are ripe for people-watching | | | | dolphin-watching excursions can easily be found at |
| or more secluded areas that are perfect for a | | | | several of the public marinas. Another local is the |
| romantic stroll in the sand as the water gently | | | | loggerhead turtle, which is an endangered species |
| brushes against your feet. One of the biggest | | | | that buries its eggs in the soft sands of the Hilton |
| differences between Hilton Head and other | | | | Head beaches. Although it is rare to spot one of |
| vacation destinations is that although the beaches | | | | these giants, anyone with a strong interest can |
| are public, in most cases the access areas are | | | | participate in a late night Turtle Watch that is |
| private. Therefore, it is important to note in | | | | offered by the Coastal Discovery Museum. |
| advance or ask a knowledgeable local where the | | | | For views of the numerous four legged creatures |
| best access points are so you do not end up | | | | that stalk the Island, make your way to the Sea |
| wandering aimlessly in search of your desired | | | | Pines Forest Preserve for an informative, |
| beach. | | | | nature-based horseback or walking tour. Some of |
| There are quite a few beaches for such a small | | | | the animals you are likely to see include deer, |
| island, but two of the best for families and | | | | minks, otters, and possibly even a few wild boar. |
| activities are Driessen Beach and Islander Beach | | | | It is unlikely, however, that you will see the |
| Park. Driessen has the most amenities of all the | | | | elusive bobcat, which is usually only found in the |
| area beaches, including a boardwalk, pavilion, | | | | forest preserves and the underdeveloped areas |
| playground, and easy to find metered parking. | | | | of Hilton Head Island. |
| However, both of these beaches are great places | | | | |