Hiking Trails & Parks in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
33 trails & 1 parks in Hilton Head Island, located in Beaufort County, South Carolina.
About Outdoor Recreation in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Hilton Head Island offers 33 mapped hiking trails and 1 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Beaufort County, South Carolina, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
Explore more nearby: Beaufort County overview, all Beaufort County trails, or statewide South Carolina list.
Parks & Campgrounds in Hilton Head Island
Hiking Trails in Hilton Head Island
From the OutsideAtlas Blog
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in South Carolina, Ranked
South Carolina's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykSouth Carolina's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten South Carolina trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in South Carolina
Ten gentle, well-marked South Carolina trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in South Carolina
South Carolina's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in South Carolina
Federal parks and recreation areas in South Carolina ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Joshua EarleBest Waterfall Hikes in South Carolina: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
South Carolina's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.