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Hilton Head Island South Carolina Map

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Interactive Map of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

City	Hilton Head Island
State	South Carolina (SC)
County	Beaufort County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	32.190307
Longitude	-80.738434
Population	37,661
Density	351.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	29926, 29928, 29925, 29938
Area Code	843
County Seat	Beaufort
School District	Beaufort County School District

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About Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Hilton Head Island is a locality in Beaufort County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of 37,661. The population density is 351.6 people per km². Hilton Head Island is located at 32.1903°N, 80.7384°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Hilton Head Island is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 29926, 29928, 29925.

Hilton Head Island reveals itself through the winding, brackish currents of Jarvis Creek that slice through the salt-marsh grasses. It lies 6.5 miles east-southeast of Bluffton, SC (from Bluffton, SC: bearing 103°T), and is situated 15.6 miles south-southwest of Beaufort. The landscape remains defined by its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, which exerts a rhythmic pull on the tides and softens the humid air. Beyond the immediate low-lying terrain, the distant Indigo Ridge offers a faint, shadowed suggestion of elevation against the horizon. Visitors find solace in the protected swaths of Hilton Head Island Preserved Land 7, where the maritime forest creates a dense, verdant canopy. A quiet stillness hangs over the nearby Seabrook Pond, reflecting the shifting colors of the sky as day transitions into dusk.

Development on Hilton Head Island reflects a deliberate transition from its agrarian and maritime roots toward a modern economy centered on hospitality and leisure. Historically, the land supported small-scale cultivation, but the later emergence of tourism transformed the local industry into a sophisticated network of resorts and golf courses. Residents often look toward the nearby Jenkins Island as a marker of the passage between the mainland and the island’s distinct, managed environment. The local economy thrives on the seasonal influx of travelers who seek the temperate climate and the meticulously maintained natural surroundings. This balance of commerce and conservation continues to shape how the island sustains its infrastructure and serves its diverse population.

Cultural life on Hilton Head Island remains deeply connected to the Gullah-Geechee heritage, whose ancestral echoes resonate in the storytelling and craft traditions of the region. Notable landmarks serve as focal points for communal gatherings, often celebrating the preservation of history alongside the island's natural beauty. While the island maintains a refined atmosphere, it has also hosted figures like the writer Pat Conroy, who found deep inspiration in the light and shadows of the Lowcountry. Local events frequently highlight the intersection of regional cuisine and artistic expression, drawing people together under the expansive coastal sky. The pace of life here is defined by the tide, fostering a sense of continuity that honors the past while navigating the present.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Neptune's Statue (Public Artwork) — 0.9 mi, 137° SE
Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf (Attraction) — 1.0 mi, 153° SE
Shelter Cove Community Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 100° E
Marshland Road Boat Landing (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 062° NE
Honey Horn (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 357° N
Wook Lake (Local Recreation) — 1.9 mi, 052° NE
Broad Creek Boat Ramp (State Recreation Area) — 2.1 mi, 243° SW
Hilton Head Island Preserved Land 2 (Local Conservation Area) — 2.4 mi, 323° NW
Park Place Cinemas (Cinema) — 3.1 mi, 212° SW
Sea Pines Forest Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 3.2 mi, 206° SW
Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 3.2 mi, 334° NW · 7,086 acres
Coligny Theatre (Cinema) — 3.3 mi, 193° S
Art League of Hilton Head Academy (Arts Centre) — 3.4 mi, 203° SW
Shell Point (Attraction) — 3.5 mi, 327° NW
Bull Point (Attraction) — 3.6 mi, 347° N
Joiner Bank Seabird Sanctuary (State Conservation Area) — 4.7 mi, 067° NE
VIVID Gallery (Gallery) — 5.5 mi, 222° SW
Liberty Oak Tree (Attraction) — 5.6 mi, 230° SW
Kitchen Chimney (Historic Ruins) — 6.1 mi, 226° SW
Domestic Slave Quarters (Historic Ruins) — 6.1 mi, 226° SW
Victoria Bluff Heritage Preserve / Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.3 mi, 309° NW
United States Marine Corp War Memorial (Monument) — 11.6 mi, 017° N
Barrell Landing (Viewpoint) — 13.4 mi, 303° NW
Fort Pulaski National Monument (National Monument) — 13.7 mi, 217° SW · 11k acres
Sign For Federal Batteries on Tybee Island The Closest (Battery Halleck) Was Located on The Other side of Hwy 80 (Monument) — 14.3 mi, 213° SW
Membership Roll of the Officers and Provates of the German Volunteers (Monument) — 14.3 mi, 218° SW
Tybee National Wildlife Refuge (Nature Reserve) — 14.6 mi, 226° SW
Thibault Gallery (Gallery) — 17.1 mi, 013° N
Elliott House Museum (Museum) — 17.1 mi, 013° N
Savannah National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 19.0 mi, 264° W · 94k acres

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