St. Phillips Island
"Hilton Head Island visitors often make day trips for a quieter, more natural barrier island experience. St. Phillips Island appeals to those looking to trade resort activity for wildlife and solitude."
A secluded barrier island preserve offering beaches, marshes, wildlife, and a true Lowcountry wilderness experience.
Skidaway Island State Park
"Hilton Head Island visitors come for a nearby inland nature experience with marsh views and quiet trails away from the beach crowds."
A scenic coastal park near Savannah featuring marsh views, wildlife, camping, and nature trails.
Fort McAllister State Park
"Hilton Head Island visitors often seek a mainland day trip with history and nature. Fort McAllister provides a family-friendly outing beyond the beaches and resorts."
A historic riverfront park known for its Civil War fort, fishing, boating, and scenic coastal Georgia setting.
Hunting Island State Park
"Hilton Head Island visitors come for a quieter, more natural beach experience than the resort areas nearby. Hunting Island offers scenic shoreline, wildlife, and a historic lighthouse."
A beloved barrier island park with beaches, a lighthouse, marshes, and abundant coastal wildlife.
Lake Warren State Park
"Hilton Head Island visitors can use the park as an inland nature escape from the coast. It is a good choice for fishing, paddling, and a relaxed picnic setting."
A peaceful lakeside park in the South Carolina Lowcountry known for fishing, paddling, and picnicking.