Hilton Head Plantation Amenities

Explore the Bluff Walk – A Hidden Gem of Hilton Head Plantation

Among the many standout Hilton Head Plantation amenities, the Bluff Walk offers residents a truly unique experience. While its primary function is to support the revetment protecting the scenic bluff, it also serves as a peaceful leisure path for walking, jogging, and taking in the breathtaking surroundings.

Stretching 0.9 miles one-way, the Bluff Walk features panoramic deep-water views of Port Royal Sound, making it one of the most picturesque trails in the community. This serene path offers an ideal setting for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking a quiet escape along the shoreline.

What makes Port Royal Sound so remarkable is its status as one of North America's most unique marine environments. Unlike typical coastal areas, it is a large embayment system—formed when rising sea levels submerged inland valleys—creating expansive salt marshes and high-salinity marine waters that stretch nearly 20 miles inland. In fact, half of Beaufort County lies beneath these marine waters, making this region ecologically significant and stunningly beautiful.

 Discover Dolphin Head Recreation Area – The Heart of Hilton Head Plantation Living

Located along the tranquil shores of Port Royal Sound, the Dolphin Head Recreation Area stands as the crown jewel of Hilton Head Plantation, offering unmatched beauty, amenities, and community connection. This newly renovated gem is one of the most beloved attractions within Hilton Head’s premier gated community, blending relaxation and recreation for residents of all ages.

Take a stroll along the scenic boardwalk leading to Pine Island, Hilton Head Plantation’s private beach access, where panoramic water views and glimpses of dolphins create a truly magical experience. Thoughtfully placed benches provide ideal spots to pause, unwind, and enjoy the natural beauty of the Lowcountry.

Families will love the state-of-the-art playground, custom-designed by Carolina Parks and Play and built by Landscape Structures to inspire creativity and fun. Sports lovers can enjoy a versatile basketball court that easily transforms into three pickleball courts, offering the perfect setting for friendly matches and neighborly connections.

The Dolphin Head Recreation Center is a modern and elegant venue for HHP club meetings, private events, and community celebrations. Just outside, a beautifully maintained event lawn plays host to concerts, seasonal festivals, and art shows—adding to the vibrant lifestyle that makes Hilton Head Plantation real estate so desirable.

Championship Golf in Hilton Head Plantation

Golf enthusiasts living in Hilton Head Plantation enjoy access to four exceptional golf courses, each offering its own unique layout, amenities, and Lowcountry charm. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just starting out, you'll find a course that fits your game:

• Bear Creek Golf Club – A semi-private course masterfully designed by Rees Jones, offering a challenging yet enjoyable experience for all skill levels.
   
• Dolphin Head Golf Club – Another semi-private favorite, this course was crafted by golf legend Gary Player and is known for its scenic beauty and strategic design.
   
• Oyster Reef Golf Club – Also semi-private and designed by Rees Jones, this award-winning course is celebrated for its stunning views and well-maintained fairways.
   
• The Country Club of Hilton Head – A private, full-service club designed by Rees Jones, featuring not only championship golf but also tennis courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and a fine clubhouse restaurant.
   

With this impressive lineup, Hilton Head Plantation golf stands out as one of the top amenities in the community, attracting golf lovers from across the island and beyond.

Stay Active on Hilton Head Plantation’s Scenic Leisure Paths

For residents seeking a heart-healthy workout or a peaceful stroll, Hilton Head Plantation offers over seven miles of beautifully maintained leisure trails winding through the community’s lush landscapes. These multi-use paths are perfect for walking, jogging, biking, and even rollerblading, making it easy to enjoy an active lifestyle in the heart of the Lowcountry.

Clearly marked with informational trail maps, the paths help residents navigate to key Hilton Head Plantation amenities, scenic points, and community features. Whether you're exploring the natural beauty of the Port Royal Sound shoreline or heading to one of the plantation’s parks or recreation centers, these trails offer both convenience and connection.

Pine Island – A Private Beach Retreat in Hilton Head Plantation

Connected to the Dolphin Head Recreation Area, Pine Island is a hidden gem within Hilton Head Plantation, offering residents and their guests exclusive access to a mile-long walkable beach along the scenic Port Royal Sound and Skull Creek. This tranquil stretch of shoreline is perfect for peaceful strolls, beachcombing, and soaking in the natural beauty of the Lowcountry.

Pine Island is more than just a beach—it's a haven for wildlife lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Known for excellent fishing spots, it's also a designated bald eagle nesting site, and dolphins are frequently seen gliding through the waters nearby. Whether you're watching a spectacular sunrise or sunset, every visit offers a breathtaking view and a sense of serenity.

Best of all, Pine Island is a dog-friendly amenity, making it an ideal destination for residents who want to share the beauty of Hilton Head Plantation with their four-legged companions.

 The Plantation House – A Signature Gathering Space in Hilton Head Plantation

One of the most popular Hilton Head Plantation amenities, the Plantation House is a charming Lowcountry-style clubhouse overlooking the tranquil Spring Lake Lagoon. This picturesque venue serves as a central hub for Hilton Head Plantation Property Owners' Association (POA) events, club meetings, and is also available for private rentals, making it a favorite gathering place for residents.

The Plantation House features:

• A spacious multi-purpose room ideal for community functions and social events
   
• A fully equipped catering kitchen for seamless entertaining
   
• A cozy gas fireplace that adds warmth and elegance to any occasion
   
• A scenic veranda perfect for enjoying serene water views and Lowcountry breezes
   

Whether you're attending a community meeting or hosting a private celebration, the Plantation House at Hilton Head Plantation offers a welcoming and versatile space in an unbeatable setting.

Skull Creek Marina has concrete floating docks accommodating vessels up to 200 feet in length. It offers 24-hour privacy and security, competitively priced gasoline and diesel at the fuel dock, and more. Skull Creek Marina is very conveniently located inside Hilton Head Plantation just off the Intracoastal Waterway. It offers deepwater access to Port Royal Sound and nearby Atlantic Ocean.

Seabrook Farms is a community garden with a total of  216 plots at 25' x 25' each.  giving Hilton Head Plantation residents to opportunity to grow food, crops, and flowers.  There are over 300 members in the Hilton Head Farmers Club.  They grow a wide variety of fruits, including eight kinds of citrus, blueberries, figs, apples, peaches, and pecans. They also have bee hives and common plots where they grow onions, potatoes, beans, corn, squash, and flowers strictly for their farmers market. 

The Spring Lake Pavilion is a beautiful 6,000 sf two-story building with an extended deck surrounding the second floor and ample seating with a view of Spring Lake. This facility is used for various activities, club meetings, and can be rented out for private use by owners in the community.

• Fitness Room
• Multi-Purpose Room
• Catering Kitchen
• Clubhouse Patio
• Grill Area
• Picnic Tables
• Playground 
• Gazebo

In 2016, the Plantation revitalized its primary community pool at the Spring Lake Recreation Area, completing a multimillion-dollar renovation that includes a zero-depth entry, lazy river, splash pad, cabanas, and updated bathhouses. The pool is utilized by residents for open swimming, lap swimming, as well as water aerobics. During the months of April, May, September, and October, the Spring Lake pool is open until dusk. During June, July, and August, the pool is open until 8:00 p.m.

The Spring Lake Tennis facility is available for residents to use on an hourly or membership basis.  Courts may be reserved no more than one week in advance.  The facility consists of a Pro Shop and 12 Har-Tru courts. Activities included informal tennis mixers, socials, round-robins, clinics, and tennis lessons taught by a Tennis Professional.    To learn more about membership opportunitites at the Spring Lake Raquet Club vist their website.  There are also two bocce ball courts as well as three shuffleboard courts to enjoy.

Whooping Crane Pond Conservancy is a 137-acre wetlands conservancy located within the gates of Hilton Head Plantation; monitored and protected by the Land Trust,  Formed as a shallow valley between ancient shoreline dunes, it consists primarily of freshwater black gum (or tupelo) forested swamp and open "savannah" swamp. Surrounding the wetlands is a swamp edge transition zone of thick, head-high bushes that separates the swamp from the pine dominated uplands. This breadth of habitats supports approximately 75 plant species and 100 wildlife species, identified by various interpretive signs throughout the Conservancy.