Sea Pines Forest Preserve

Activities in Sea Pines, Hilton Head Island, SC

Sea Pines

Sea Pines Forest Preserve is a breathtaking 605-acre nature sanctuary at the heart of Sea Pines Resort on Hilton Head Island — a protected maritime forest and wetland complex that provides a stunning natural counterpoint to the resort's golf courses, beaches, and marina. The preserve encompasses ancient live oak forests draped in Spanish moss, freshwater lakes and ponds, tidal marshes, and a remarkable archaeological site featuring a Native American shell ring estimated to be more than 4,000 years old — one of the oldest and best-preserved examples of this type of site on the East Coast. A network of well-maintained walking and cycling trails winds through the preserve, offering visitors the opportunity to observe the extraordinary diversity of Lowcountry wildlife — alligators sunning on the banks of the lakes, great blue herons stalking the shallows, white-tailed deer moving through the forest, and a remarkable variety of bird species that inhabit the preserve year-round. Sea Pines Forest Preserve is a beloved natural resource for resort guests and island residents alike, offering a profound sense of connection to the ancient, wild landscape that underlies the modern resort community.

Address

175 Greenwood Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Neighborhood

Sea Pines

Phone

(843) 363-4530

Website

www.seapines.com/explore/forest-preserve

Details last verified September 2026. Hours, pricing, and availability change — confirm directly with the business before visiting.