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Some of the activities on Hilton Head Island that you’ll
want to be sure to experience can be found within the
tranquility and beauty of the local Nature Preserves.
The temperate climate and lush forestation make our
region a veritable haven of natural wonders and
delights. Thankfully, historic visionaries took steps to
ensure that you will always be able to immerse yourself
in Nature’s embrace without the noise, lights, and
crowded conditions of modern society. For you birders
out there, the Preserves present the ideal opportunity
to enjoy the best in South Carolina bird watching.
The Audubon-Newhall Preserve is comprised of a labyrinth
of interconnected trails through 50 acres of pristine
wilderness. Visitors are provided with an information
and trail guide that will guide you through the
incredible variety of trees, plants, animals, birds, and
butterflies. Be sure and note one of its most treasured
features, the rare pocosin or “raised bog” – at one time
a characteristic feature of regional islands.
Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge provides hikers
with over 40 miles of trails to explore. Visitors will
enjoy the scenery and the fact that the refuge harbors
several threatened and endangered species, including the
Bald Eagle, the Wood Stork, the Flatwoods Salamander,
and of course the popular American Alligator. You’ll
also have the chance to see a variety of waterfowl,
shorebird, and wading bird species as well as large
concentrations of herons, egrets, and white ibis.
The Sea Pines Forest Preserve encompasses 605 acres that
can be accesses via their 8 mile trail system. The
trails are built upon the remnants of ante-bellum rice
dikes from the 1840’s, as well as a myriad of 1950’s
logging paths. The preserve’s staff has added
boardwalks, bridges, observation decks, and fishing
platforms for your added pleasure. Guided nature walks
are offered on a limited basis and self-guided tour
brochures are always available.
All of these natural wonders are easily accessible from
our vacation rentals, so you’ll be able to enjoy every
minute when you stay with us. For more information,
please call the numbers below.
Nature Preserves
For Information, Please Contact Joan Schulman
at Audubon-Newhall Preserve 843-842-9246
Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex For Information About Pinckney Island 912-652-4415
Sea Pines Forest Preserve 843-363-4530
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