Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

2 adults riding bikes on a path with between trees

Riding bikes is a wonderful way to explore Hilton Head Island which has about 60 miles of public bike trails.

Family with kids riding bikes on the beach right next to the tide

Family bike rides on the beach is a wonderful experience on Hilton Head Island, which has over 12 miles of wide sandy beaches.

OUR DIGITAL GUIDEBOOK:

Guests of HHI Tide 21 have access to our very thorough digital guidebook that includes recommendations of things to do, places to eat, and lots of other information about the island. It's like having your own personal tour guide!

Check out this preview of our digital guide. Our guests get a much more detailed version.

Hilton Head Island was voted as the best island in America by Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2022

Hilton Head Island has claimed this title many times in the past, making this year its sixth win of the ranking in a row.

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina is a family friendly vacation paradise.

Although the island is only about 12 miles long by 5 miles wide, Hilton Head has plenty to enjoy for all ages and interests. In addition to its 12 miles of gorgeous wide sandy beaches, there are about 60 miles of public bike trails, more than 250 restaurants, 24 golf courses, and 200 stores on the island! The island also has plenty of options for adventure-seekers, including parasailing, jet skiing, kayaking, Dolphin cruises, windsurfing, paddle boarding, fishing charters, and so much more. Our resort is conveniently located on the north end of the island with many great restaurants, shopping, and fun activities within 3 miles.

Island Nature

A nature lover's paradise, Hilton Head Island is the largest barrier island in the Atlantic Ocean and is located 40 miles north of Savannah, GA and 90 miles south of Charleston, SC. The island is meticulously maintained as close to its natural state as possible with one of the most pristine beaches in the country, heavily wooded forests and unspoiled lagoons and sea marshes. Hilton Head does not allow bright streetlights, billboards, or bright colored buildings, maintaining a scenic landscape even in commercial areas, so you are surrounded by nature, instead of neon!

Island Weather

Hilton Head Island has a humid subtropical type of climate. Sunshine is ample in Hilton Head with summer days receiving 14 hours of sunlight! Summer temperatures are in the 70-90°F range with the peak in July. Winters are mild with low temperatures dropping below 32°F with a few frosty nights. Spring is the sunniest period with periodic rain showers but overwhelmingly pleasant weather. Fall has comfortable weather with warm ocean waters and less rainfall typically. Hilton Head Island CLIMATE DATA

Getting Around the Island

Hilton Head Island is an ideal place to ride bikes! There are nearly 60 miles of public bike and walking trails (HH Bike Path Map) accessible to all. Bring your own bikes or visit the bike rental kiosk located at the resort entrance.

During the summer season, The Breeze Trolley is a fun way to travel to some of the most popular destinations on the island, including Shelter Cove and Coligny Circle. There is a Breeze Trolley stop right outside our resort!