Surf, Sand and Sun
12 miles of pristine white sand, tranquil waters, and warm days filled with endless sunshine — it’s no wonder Hilton Head Island has been lauded as one of the top family beach destinations in the country, year after year.
Experience the coastline that has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike, and is recognized by publications like Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure as the #1 Island in the U.S. year-after-year.
Featured Beaches Partners
Exceptional Experiences & Tours
Dolphins, Family Fun, Daufuskie Island, Tube, Ski, Kayak, Savannah
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Sea Turtle Getaways
Wide variety of homes and villas, 1-6 bedrooms, on Island, locally owned and managed.
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Sea Monkeys Watersports
Jet skis, boat rentals, kayaks, SUPs and nature tours on Hilton Head Island
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Hilton Head Outfitters Beach Rentals
Beach bike rentals, e-bikes, surf lessons, kayak & canoeing, fishing & more! Call 844-207-9310
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Sea Turtle Season in the Lowcountry
Every year between May and October, sea turtles visit the beaches of Hilton Head Island. Sea Turtle Patrol Hilton Head Island works hard every morning and evening during nesting season to protect sea turtle nests and ensure the hatchlings can make a safe journey from our beaches to their new ocean home.
Beach Accessibility and Parks of Hilton Head Island
All beaches surrounding Hilton Head Island are public from the ocean to the high-water mark. Public beach access is available at the following locations: Alder Lane Beach Access (off South Forest Beach Drive), Coligny Beach Park (off Coligny Circle), Fish Haul Beach Park (on Mitchelville 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).
The Town of Hilton Head Island has implemented parking fees at all beach access locations, with the exception of Coligny Beach Park, where parking remains free.
To improve accessibility, Alder Lane, Burkes Beach, Coligny Beach, Driessen Beach, Fish Haul, Folly Field, and Islanders Beach are all equipped with beach mats to provide wheelchair access to the shoreline.
View Town of Hilton Head Island Beach Regulations and Policies
Beach Access for People with Disabilities
Alder Lane Beach Access
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Location: South Forest Beach Drive
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Features: Public beach access, parking, wheelchair-friendly mats, and showers
Burkes Beach Access
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Location: End of Burkes Beach Road
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Features: Public beach access, parking, showers, and restrooms
Coligny Beach Park
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Location: Coligny Circle
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Features: Showers, restrooms, wheelchair access, free parking, and Breeze trolley stop
Driessen Beach Park
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Location: Bradley Beach Road
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Features: Public beach access, parking, showers, restrooms, and playground
Fish Haul Beach Park
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Location: Mitchelville Road
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Features: Public beach access, parking, showers, restrooms, and wheelchair mats
Folly Field Beach Park
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Location: Folly Field Road
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Features: Public beach access, parking, showers, restrooms, and wheelchair-friendly
Islanders Beach Park
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Location: Folly Field Road
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Features: Public beach access, parking, showers, restrooms, playground, grill, and wheelchair mats
