March 30, 2023March 30, 2023 by Rupesh Bhade

8 Easy Beach Access Spots On Hilton Head, SC

Who doesn’t love a beach vacation? Hilton Head in South Carolina is the premier choice for your next ocean getaway. From community parks and recreational facilities with endless activities to protected nature preserves and beautiful beach parks with miles of white sand and crystal clear waters, Hilton Head Island has something for everyone! With over 60+ miles of bike paths weaving through the island, exploring Hilton Head is fun and easy!

Whether you’re a sports enthusiast, nature lover, sandcastle builder, or sun worshipper here is a list of beaches not to miss during your stay on Hilton Head.

Local’s Tip: From the ocean to the high water mark, all the beaches on Hilton Head Island are public, however, beach access is often located on private property. There are several beach parks on the island providing public beach access to 12 miles of uncrowded, natural beaches and glistening ocean waters that beckon you to play. Our Guide to Hilton Head Island Beaches & Nature Preserves has the full scoop on the beaches of HHI.

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1. Alder Lane Beach Access

Park Information

2 Woodward Ave
Hilton Head Island 29928

Directions
Located off South Forest Beach Drive
Learn About Beach Parking

Hours

Summer Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am – 9 pm
Winter Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am to 6 pm

Amenities

Beach Access
Beach Matting
22 Metered Parking Spaces
Outdoor Showers
Restrooms
Seasonal Life Guards

2. Coligny Beach Park

Park Information

1 Coligny Circle
Hilton Head Island 29928
Directions
Located at the end of Pope Avenue off Coligny Circle
Learn About Our Beach Parking
Coligny Beach Parking Shuttle

Hours

Summer Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am – 9 pm
Winter Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am to 6 pm

Amenities

Free Parking (Main parking lot is accessed from Pope Ave)
Beach Matting
Outdoor Showers
Public Art
Restrooms
Seasonal Lifeguards & Beach Rentals
Free Beach Wheelchair Reservations
Wi-Fi

3. Burkes Beach Access

Park Information

60 Burkes Beach Road
Hilton Head Island 29928

Directions
Located off William Hilton Parkway at the end of Burkes Beach Road
Learn About Beach Parking

Hours

Summer Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am – 9 pm
Winter Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am to 6 pm

Amenities

Beach Matting
Seasonal Lifeguards & Beach Rentals
Outdoor Showers

* Visitors must park at the Chaplin Community Park, 35 Cast Net Drive.

4. Driessen Beach Park

Park Information

64 Bradley Beach Road
Hilton Head Island 29928

Directions
Located off William Hilton Parkway at the end of Bradley Beach Road
Learn About Beach Parking

Hours

Summer Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am – 9 pm
Winter Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am to 6 pm

Amenities

Metered Parking
Permit Parking
Beach Matting
Boardwalk
Grill
Outdoor Showers
Picnic Pavilion
Playground
Restrooms
Seasonal Lifeguards & Beach Rentals

5. Folly Field Beach Park

Park Information

55 Starfish Drive
Hilton Head Island 29926

Directions
Located off Folly Field Road
Learn About Beach Parking

Hours

Summer Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am – 9 pm
Winter Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am to 6 pm

Amenities

Metered Parking
Beach Access
Beach Matting
Boardwalk
Outdoor Showers
Seasonal Lifeguards & Beach Rentals
Restrooms

6. Islanders Beach Park

Park Information

94 Folly Field Road
Hilton Head Island 29928

Directions
Located off William Hilton Parkway
Learn About Beach Parking

Hours

Summer Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am – 9 pm
Winter Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am to 6 pm

Amenities

Permit Parking
Limited Metered Parking
Beach Access
Beach Matting
Boardwalk
Grill
Outdoor Showers
Picnic Pavilion
Overlook Pavilion
Seasonal Lifeguards & Beach Rentals
Free Beach Wheelchair Reservations

7. Fish Haul Beach Park

Park Information

124 Mitchelville Road
Hilton Head Island 29926

Directions
Located off Beach City Road
Learn About Beach Parking

Hours

Summer Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am – 9 pm
Winter Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am to 6 pm

Amenities

Free Parking
Beach Access
Beach Matting
Outdoor Showers
Restrooms

8. Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park

Park Information

40 Harriet Tubman Way
Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Directions
Located near the end of Beach City Road

Hours

Summer Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am – 9 pm
Winter Hours: Monday thru Sunday 6 am to 6 pm

Amenities

Free Parking
Observation Deck
Outdoor Showers
Picnic Pavilion
Restrooms
Trails

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1. Alder Lane Beach Access

Park Information

Hours

Amenities

2. Coligny Beach Park

Park Information

Hours

Amenities

3. Burkes Beach Access

Park Information

Hours

Amenities

4. Driessen Beach Park

Park Information

Hours

Amenities

5. Folly Field Beach Park

Park Information

Hours

Amenities

6. Islanders Beach Park

Park Information

Hours

Amenities

7. Fish Haul Beach Park

Park Information

Hours

Amenities

8. Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park

Park Information

Hours

Amenities

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