Hilton Head Island
United States · South CarolinaUS
Town in South Carolina, United States
Hilton Head Island is a resort town in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. It is a barrier island within the South Carolina Lowcountry, located 20 miles (32 km) northeast of Savannah, Georgia, and 95 miles (153 km) southwest of Charleston. The year-round population was 37,661 at the 2020 census, although during the peak of summer vacation season the population can swell to 150,000. It is the principal city of the Hilton Head Island metropolitan area, which had an estimated population of 232,523 in 2023.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 37,661
- Coordinates
- 32.194, -80.738
- Timezone
- America/New_York
- Elevation
- 3 m
Overview of Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head Island belongs to South Carolina, United States and has the feel of a compact town. Its resident count stands at approximately 37,661. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. What stands out most: nature, sports and water sports. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Hilton Head Island
Nature in Hilton Head Island
(2)On the nature side, Hilton Head Island offers Beaches and Islands. All of it is drawn from Hilton Head Island's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Sports in Hilton Head Island
(1)The sports shortlist for Hilton Head Island: Golf. All of it is drawn from Hilton Head Island's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Hilton Head Island
(1)For water sports, expect Jet Skiing. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Hilton Head Island.
More to do in Hilton Head Island
(1)Hilton Head Island records Fishing under other activities. All of it is drawn from Hilton Head Island's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Hilton Head Island
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Snow activities belong to December to February.
Getting there & around
Hilton Head Island is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in South Carolina and continue by car or bike. Time zone: America/New_York.
Similar destinations
Places near Hilton Head Island that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hilton Head Island known for?
- Hilton Head Island, in South Carolina, United States, is best known for nature, sports and water sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 37,661 residents.
- What can you do in Hilton Head Island?
- Recorded activities in Hilton Head Island include Beaches, Islands, Golf and Jet Skiing. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Hilton Head Island?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Snow activities belong to December to February.
- Where is Hilton Head Island located?
- Hilton Head Island is located in South Carolina, United States. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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