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Hilton Head Island's official beach season is April 1st through September 30th of each year.

Stay Safe on Hilton Head Island's Beach

September 12, 2023

The Town's Marketing & Communications Director, Andrew Davis, chats with Shore Beach Services' Mike Wagner at Coligny Beach.

Learn all about rip currents, how to stay safe, and Hurricane Lee's impact on Hilton Head Island.

Public Beach Parks & Access

Beach Regulations

Designated Swimming Areas

Animals on the Beach

Beach Access for People with Disabilities

Beach Parking

Beach Wildlife

Resident Beach Parking Permit

Beach Wedding Permits

Bike Repair Stations

Coligny Beach Parking Shuttle

The Breeze

The Breeze Trolley Service

Protecting Our Beach and Wildlife

Lights Out for Turtles

Sea Turtle Protection

Beach Renourishment Program

Sustainable Beach and Dunes

About Our Beach

Sticks on the Beach: What the "wrack" is going on?

Why are there sticks on our beaches? Discover the reason for this natural phenomenon with the Town's Beach Operations Manager, Mike DeMaria. He'll unveil the nature of beach wrack and its crucial role in preserving our sandy shores.