Best Places To Bike On Hilton Head Island

Hilton Head Island is an incredible bike-friendly community. The island has over 100 miles of bike trails that wind throughout the forests and around the waterways. The trails are well maintained and offer a fun and exciting way to explore the area. It’s no wonder Hilton Head was awarded the gold designation as a “Bicycle Friendly Community” by the League of American Bicyclists.

Quick Facts About Hilton Head Bike Trails

  • Bike Lanes: 6 miles
  • Shared Pathways: 117 miles
  • Paved Shared Use Pathways: 108 miles
  • Planned Pathways: 14 miles
  • Arterial Streets: 24% coverage 
 

Sea Pines Bike Trails

The Sea Pines Bike Trails cover about 15 miles offering many points of interest along the way. The Sea Pines Plantation Golf Club, Harbour Town, Sea Pines Forest Preserve, and Stoney Baynard Ruins are just a few.

Be mindful of walking trails, which do not allow bikes 

Green Shell Community Park

Listed in the National Register of Historic places, this scenic park has an elevated boardwalk for biking with views of Skull Creek and Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge. Bike over to the park’s archeological gem, a large shell ring that encloses a Native American farming village, and picnic areas.

Old House Creek Pier

Ride your bike to this secluded fishing and crabbing pier with views across the intercoastal waterways. Old House Creek Pier has a wildlife viewing area at the end where you can see a school of shrimp scamper across the water and fiddler crabs dance down the mud bank.

50 Sterling Point Drive

Hilton Head Island 29928 

 

Fish Haul Creek Park

If you’re looking for a Hilton Head Island bike trail where you travel through a variety of diverse environments, check out Fish Haul Creek Park. Here, you’ll ride past forests, wetlands, and beach on this 31-acre reserve.

Barker Field Observation Deck

Bike to the Barker Field Observation Deck to watch a famous Hilton Head Island sunrise. The path leads cyclists behind Barker Field and the Port Royal Sound Park. Climb up the observation deck to take in a breathtaking view of the marshes, the water, and more.  

Shelter Cove Community Park

Enjoy biking along the pathways through this peaceful park with a white granite memorial on the bank of Broad Creek honoring American veterans. Take in views over the marsh and creek at the observation deck, or take a break on benches under the trees. You can go here around meal or snack times as there are many restaurants offering tasty meals and frozen treats. 

 

Coligny Beach Park

Coligny Beach Park is a favorite among locals and travelers alike, featuring a wide open boardwalk for taking in the views. There is also a bike rack on site where you can leave your bike if you want to hit the beach.

Ride the Beach

Hilton Head Island’s 12 miles of hard packed beach are remarkably bike-able, particularly at low tide, and are conveniently accessible. Ride along Hilton Head’s white sandy beaches of tranquil ocean views enhanced with shore birds gliding overhead and dolphins swimming joyfully in the waves.

Pro Tips for the Beach

  • Low tide offers an expanded shore and compact sand
  • Use mile markers to navigate your entrance and exit points
  • Chaplin Park and Coligny offer starting points with restrooms, showers, and free parking

What, you didn’t bring a bike? Don’t worry, visit the best bike rental company on Hilton Head:

Forest Beach Surf and Cycle
70 Pope Ave C
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
https://hhi.bike/

Final Words

Your outdoor island adventure is just a step away. Enjoy the views, history, and healthy activities that make Hilton Head Island unique.

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