Sports
Sports enthusiasm is hardly limited to the professionals.
In fact, some of the greatest Hilton Head sports competitors—and the most enjoyable competition—can be found on fairways, beaches, baseball diamonds, roads, bike paths, waterways and tennis courts in the Hilton Head Sports area.
Best of all, the possibilities for Hilton Head sports range from kayaking, to joining in beach volleyball, to playing the finest fairways in America. And for Hilton Head sports with a more competitive edge, try a triathlon, get involved in a soccer game, or play in a tennis tournament—here, the blue sky's the limit.
Every season is highlighted by running events and races like the Shamrock 5K, the Sizzlin' Summer Series, the Firecracker 500, the Piggly Wiggly Turkey Trot and the Jingle Bell 5K. And for the true competitive running enthusiast, the Island area also hosts two half-marathons and several triathlons throughout the year.
With more than 300 courts in all three Grand Slam surfaces, including grass, Hilton Head Island has earned the distinction of America’s top spot for tennis. In fact, Hilton Head Island’s top-ranked tennis facilities and programs have attracted tennis professionals and amateurs for years. The Island is home to some of the most renowned – Van Der Meer, Palmetto Dunes and more.
