Ready to turn your Hilton Head getaway into a sports and outdoor adventure? This island is a playground for active travelers, with championship golf, scenic trails for cycling, and activities to get your heart pumping. Check out our Hilton Head vacation guide for the sports and outdoor lover in your family!
Race Into May
May is race season on Hilton Head. Lace up for the 69th Annual Water Festival 5-10K on May 3, or join the Palmetto Dunes Turtle Trot 5K on May 28. Each race supports a local cause and offers a scenic route – think ocean breezes and moss-draped oaks.
And don’t miss the Lowcountry Tulip Trot 5K & Walk for Parkinson’s Disease on May 31. This event starts at the Rose Hill Plantation Equestrian Center and honors the legacy of Leslie W. Matthews.
Sea Pines: Where Action Meets Relaxation
Sea Pines Resort packs the calendar with outdoor fun. Catch a Gregg Russell Spring Concert under the Liberty Oak, or join the Stan Smith Super Series for world-class tennis. Want to explore by moonlight? The Full Moon Shore Explore on May 13 gives you a new perspective on the beach after dark. Sea Pines is also a hub for golf and cycling, with direct access to Hilton Head’s bike and walking paths.
Nature Calls
Nature lovers, Hilton Head delivers. Kayak Broad Creek, spot dolphins, or join a guided birding tour with Hilton Head Audubon. The Palmetto Bluff Conservancy offers hands-on workshops and field trips – perfect for those who want to learn while they explore.
Game, Set, Match
With 24 championship golf courses, more than 100 tennis courts, and over 60 miles of public trails, Hilton Head is a sports lover’s paradise. Try your hand at pickleball, or tee off on a course designed by legends like Jack Nicklaus. The island’s golf scene is so strong, it’s hosted the PGA TOUR’s RBC Heritage for decades.
Why Hilton Head?
- Voted America’s Favorite Island four years running by Condé Nast
- Twelve miles of pristine beaches
- Outdoor watersports for every age and skill level
Whether you’re racing, riding, paddling, or swinging a club, Hilton Head turns every day into an adventure. Use our Hilton Head vacation guide when you’re ready to plan your perfect sports and outdoor vacation! Let’s get moving.