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Hunting-Island is a four-mile long barrier island located near the historic city of Beaufort on the South Carolina coast. Once used as a hunting preserve for wealthy plantation owners, Hunting Island was renowned for its hunting parties that lasted for several days at a time. The island is now home to Hunting Island State Park, which is a 5,000-acre semi-tropical natural environment, which includes four miles of sandy beach, a maritime forest and saltwater marshland and extensive wildlife. Also on the island is the Hunting Island Lighthouse, built in 1875 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Guests can climb to the top of the lighthouse for a spectacular view of the coastline. Camping is available on Hunting Island, along with activities like fishing, hiking, wildlife viewing and birding and collecting seashells and sand dollars. Hunting Island is also a nesting ground for the Loggerhead Turtle. (Please note: it is very important not to disturb a nest should you find one.) The Hunting Island Marshwalk extends across the marsh to a small island that is a great spot for viewing wildlife and for crabbing. The war scenes from the Tom Hanks movie "Forrest Gump" were shot near this marshwalk. The park hours are Monday through Sunday 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with extended hours during Daylight Savings Time. To reach Hunting Island, take Highway 21 east towards Beaufort for about 42 miles. The highway ends at the state park.

Surrounding areas: Harbor Island, South Carolina (1.6 mi), Fripp Island, South Carolina (4.2 mi), St Helena Island, South Carolina (6.9 mi), Dataw Island, South Carolina (9.2 mi), Edisto Beach, South Carolina (10.1 mi), Ladys Island, South Carolina (12.7 mi), Beaufort, South Carolina (13.9 mi)

Hunting Island Vacation Rentals




Hunting Island Hotels and Resorts

 
Hotels & Motels
Hyatt Regency Hilton Head RSTHilton Head Isle, SC12.7 mi.(803) 785-1234
Comfort Suites131 Big John RdBeaufort, SC13.9 mi.(843) 379-9400
Best Western Sea Island Inn1015 Bay StBeaufort, SC14.1 mi.(843) 522-2090
Days Inn1809 S Ribaut RdPort Royal, SC14.8 mi.(803) 524-1551
Hampton Inn2342 Boundary StBeaufort, SC15.9 mi.(843) 986-0600
Sleep Inn2523 W Boundary StBeaufort, SC16.0 mi.(843) 522-3361
Best Inn2448 Boundary StBeaufort, SC16.2 mi.(843) 524-3322
Country Inn And Suites Beaufort West2450 Boundary StBeaufort, SC16.2 mi.(843) 379-4000
Econo Lodge2221 Boundary StBeaufort, SC16.2 mi.(843) 521-1555
Comfort Inn Of Beaufort2625 Boundary StBeaufort, SC16.8 mi.(843) 525-9366
Howard Johnson Express3651 Trask PkwyBeaufort, SC17.1 mi.(843) 524-6020
Westin Resort & Villas2 Grasslawn AveHilton Head Island, SC17.7 mi.(843) 681-4000
Westin Resort Hilton Head Island SC2 Grasslawn AveHilton Head, SC17.7 mi.(843) 681-4000
Hampton Inn1 Dillon RdHilton Head Isle, SC18.2 mi.(843) 681-7900
Hampton InnOne Dillon RdHiilton Head, SC19.9 mi.(843) 681-7900
Hilton Head Island Beach & Tennis Resort40 Folly FLD RdHilton Head Island, SC20.8 mi.(843) 842-4402
Hilton Head Marriott Beach & Golf Resort1 Hotel CirHilton Head Island, SC20.8 mi.(843) 686-8400
Marriott Vacation Club Resort Surf Watch10 Fifth StHilton Head Island, SC20.8 mi.(843) 363-3400
Days Inn9 Marina Side DrHilton Head Island, SC21.3 mi.(843) 842-4800
Hilton Resort23 Ocean LnHilton Head Island, SC21.4 mi.(843) 842-8000
Motel 6830 William Hilton PkwyHilton Head Island, SC21.4 mi.(803) 785-2700
Red Roof Inn Hilton Head5 Regency PkwyHilton Head Island, SC21.7 mi.(803) 686-6808
Residence Inn By Marriott12 Park LnHilton Head Island, SC22.4 mi.(803) 686-5700
Crowne Plaza Resort130 Shipyard DrHilton Head, SC22.5 mi.(843) 842-2400
Hilton Garden Inn1575 Fording Island RdHilton Head Island, SC22.9 mi.(843) 837-8111
Hyatt Regency Hilton HeadOceanfront At Palmetto DunesHilton Head, SC22.9 mi.(843) 785-1234
Quality Inn & Suites200 Museum StHilton Head, SC22.9 mi.(843) 681-3655
Beachwalk Hotel40 Waterside DrHilton Head Island, SC23.6 mi.(843) 842-8888
Comfort Inn Hilton Head2 Tanglewood DrHilton Head Island, SC23.9 mi.(843) 842-6662
Best Western Hilton Head Ocean Resort36 South Forest BeachHilton Head Island, SC24.1 mi.(800) 535-3248
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites35 Bluffton RdBluffton, SC25.1 mi.(866) 757-2002
Comfort Suites23 Towne DrBluffton, SC25.2 mi.(843) 815-1700
Fairfield Inn Sun City Hilton Head105 Okatil CTR BlvdBluffton, SC25.9 mi.(843) 705-2300
Hampton Inn & Suites29 William Pope DrBluffton, SC25.9 mi.(843) 705-9000
Suburban Lodge Of Hilton Head1376 US Hwy 278Bluffton, SC25.9 mi.(800) 951-7829

Hunting Island Weather & Climate

Southeast South Carolina, along the coast , has a subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Winters are short and very mild, with less than an inch of measurable snowfall per year. Occasional rain is likely in winter, with freezing rain a possibility, but more likely inland. Precipitation is abundant all year long, with thunderstorms in spring and summer. The South Carolina coast is prone to tropical cyclones and hurricanes, with the annual hurricane season running June through November. The most notable hurricane was Hurricane Hugo in 1989. Warning is generally given to residents prior to hurricanes, giving them plenty of time to prepare.

     Month       High Temp   Low Temp   Rainfall   Ocean Temp 
January 55°F 38°F 3.85 in. -
February 59°F 40°F 3.25 in. -
March 65°F 47°F 3.85 in. -
April 73°F 54°F 2.79 in. -
May 80°F 63°F 3.20 in. -
June 85°F 70°F 4.36 in. -
July 89°F 74°F 5.28 in. -
August 88°F 72°F 6.89 in. -
September 84°F 68°F 5.77 in. -
October 76°F 57°F 3.41 in. -
November 67°F 49°F 2.78 in. -
December 59°F 41°F 3.61 in. -

Hunting Island Map & Transportation

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The closest airports in the area are the Charleston Executive airport (JZI) located about 34 miles northeast of Hunting Island in Charleston, South Carolina, the Lowcountry Regional airport (RBW) located approximately 39 miles northwest of Hunting Island in Walterboro, South Carolina, the Savannah Hilton Head International airport (SAV) located roughly 47 miles west of Hunting Island in Savannah, Georgia, the Allendale County airport (88J) located around 64 miles northwest of Hunting Island in Allendale, South Carolina, the Plantation Airpark airport (JYL) located about 69 miles west of Hunting Island in Sylvania, Georgia, and finally the Statesboro Bulloch County airport (TBR) located approximately 75 miles west of Hunting Island in Statesboro, Georgia.

Hunting Island Attractions

 
Amusement and Theme Parks
Folly Beach PierFolly BeachSC35.5 mi.
 
Golf Courses
Country Club of Beaufort at Pleasant PointBeaufortSC13.9 mi.
Golf Professionals ClubBeaufortSC13.9 mi.
South Carolina National Golf ClubBeaufortSC13.9 mi.
Palmetto Hall PlantationHilton Head IslandSC17.8 mi.
Country Club of Hilton HeadHilton Head IslandSC20.9 mi.
Golden Bear Golf ClubHilton Head IslandSC20.9 mi.
Oyster Reef Golf CourseHilton Head IslandSC20.9 mi.
Crescent Pointe Golf ClubBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Eagles Pointe Golf ClubBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Executive Golf CourseBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Hidden Cypress Golf Club at Sun CityBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Hilton Head National Golf ClubBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Island West Golf ClubBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Okatie Creek Golf Club at Sun CityBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Old Carolina Golf ClubBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Old South Golf LinksBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Rose Hill Golf ClubBlufftonSC26.0 mi.
Links at Stono FerryHollywoodSC27.8 mi.
 
State Parks
Hunting Island State ParkSC1.0 mi. 
Edisto Beach State ParkSC12.1 mi. 
 
Museums
Edisto Island Historic Society MuseumEdisto IslandSC16.5 mi.(Miscellaneous)
Gibbes Museum of ArtCharlestonSC41.2 mi.(Art)
Charleston MuseumCharlestonSC41.2 mi.(History)
Telfair Museum of ArtSavannahGA43.0 mi.(Art)
 
Zoos and Aquariums
St. Catherine's Wildlife Conservation CenterMidwayGA69.5 mi.
Brookgreen GardensPawleys IslandSC106.4 mi.
Riverbanks Zoological Park and Botanical GardenColumbiaSC118.0 mi.


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