Hilton Head Island Water Sports Guide

Take time for adventure on our scenic coastal waterways

High tides, or low, bring high times on the oceans and waterways of Hilton Head Island for those who love their holidays on the water. From kayaks to shrimp boats to yachts, our harbors have welcomed home many a seafarer. And those who vacation with us annually to enjoy the ever changing and never changing vistas of our waterways are never disappointed.

Fishing, shrimping and crabbing along our scenic waterways have long been a way of life here. A license is required and is easily obtainable. Secret fishing spots are not as easily obtained but you can joyfully spend your vacation finding your own special "fishing holes". If you are an adventurer with sturdy sea legs, you may want to venture forth on one of the island's many deep-sea fishing excursions and try your luck.

Inspirational sunset sails, motorboat excursions and nature watches are worth the price of admission and you can find them at every marina. Dolphin and other wildlife live and play in close proximity with the Island's "newer" residents, people, and can often be found on any beach accompanying you during early morning or late afternoon strolls. Those who have come to the island have learned to love not only the fresh salt air of the ocean, but the penetrating soulful scent of the salt marshes that gloriously change from gold to green or purple according to the season.

Holidays for the more active water enthusiast abound with choices of kayaking, parasailing, deepsea fishing, windsurfing and more along our miles of beach and intercoastal waterways.

Whatever kind of holiday on the water you dream of, we can find an ideal vacation rental for you on Hilton Head Island.