The island, which is 12 miles long by 3 miles wide, is located off the coast of southern South Carolina. Choose a time to go.
Summer is the busy season for families, while golfers generally prefer spring and fall.
December and January are the slowest months, but the mild weather makes Hilton Head a great destination even at this time of year. Decide how to get there. You can fly in to the airport at Savannah, GA, then rent a car and drive about an hour to the island, or fly directly into the Hilton Head Island Airport. Choose your lodging. From world-class resorts to condos and vacation homes, you have a lot to choose from.