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Guide to Beaches on Hilton Head
 

Hilton Head Island is blessed by 12 miles of white sandy beaches, many of which have been renourished to make them wider and better than ever. While it may be our world-famous golf and tennis or our fantastic resort communities that have made us famous, it is the beaches of Hilton Head Island that have earned us accolades as a vacation destination.

To help locals and visitors take advantage of our lush sandy shores, The Town of Hilton Head has established seven beach parks each with their own charm and attraction. Which one is right for you? Check out our handy guide below to the ins and outs and amenities to figure out where you’re going the next time you slather on the sunscreen and hit the shore.

We are going park-by-park to let you…

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While most people know Hilton Head Island for its beaches and golf courses, the Island is also home to places rich in both culture and American history.  While on the Island, make time to visit historical Mitchelville, known as the birthplace of African-American freedom, located on the north-end of the Island on Beach City Road.

As America’s first post-Civil War settlement for freed slaves, the story behind the founding Mitchelville is an important one in our country’s history.  On November 7, 1861 more than 12,000 Union soldiers landed on Hilton Head Island and the Union fleet captured both Fort Beauregard near Beaufort and Fort Walker on Hilton Head Island. The Island fell into the hands of Federal troops, forcing Island families to evacuate their…

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