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Birding Near Hilton Head Island, SC

21 birding locations within 50 miles

South Carolina · United States

21

Locations

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Species

4

Habitats

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Birding Locations Near Hilton Head Island

Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

1.8 mi away

Challenging

Hilton Head Island

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 230 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

2.0 mi away

Challenging

Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 262 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

4.2 mi away

Easy

Fish Haul Beach Park

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 243 recorded species.

CoastalUrban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

5.1 mi away

Moderate

Sea Pines Forest Preserve

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 232 recorded species.

ForestSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Georgia

14.3 mi away

Challenging

Tybee Island - North Beach

Coastal birding hotspot in Georgia with 244 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Georgia

15.0 mi away

Challenging

Tybee Island

Coastal birding hotspot in Georgia with 247 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

Georgia

15.2 mi away

Moderate

Fort Pulaski National Monument

Forest birding hotspot in Georgia with 250 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

South Carolina

20.3 mi away

Moderate

Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Tupelo Trail

Wetland birding hotspot in South Carolina with 200 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

20.5 mi away

Easy

Hunting Island State Park

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 257 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

South Carolina

20.7 mi away

Moderate

Savannah National Wildlife Refuge

Wetland birding hotspot in South Carolina with 282 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
a large body of water surrounded by trees

South Carolina

21.5 mi away

Moderate

Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Laurel Hill Wildlife Dr

Wetland birding hotspot in South Carolina with 288 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Georgia

21.9 mi away

Challenging

Hutchinson Island

Coastal birding hotspot in Georgia with 209 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Georgia

23.3 mi away

Challenging

Skidaway Island - Priest Landing

Coastal birding hotspot in Georgia with 206 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Georgia

23.3 mi away

Challenging

Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Onslow Island (public access on Wednesdays ONLY)

Coastal birding hotspot in Georgia with 240 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

Georgia

24.2 mi away

Moderate

Savannah National Wildlife Refuge - Solomon Tract

Wetland birding hotspot in Georgia with 222 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

Georgia

26.0 mi away

Moderate

Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge

Wetland birding hotspot in Georgia with 210 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

Georgia

26.1 mi away

Challenging

Skidaway Island

Coastal birding hotspot in Georgia with 240 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

South Carolina

30.8 mi away

Moderate

ACE Basin National Wildlife Refuge - Combahee Unit

Wetland birding hotspot in South Carolina with 218 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

32.9 mi away

Easy

Edisto Beach State Park

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 234 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

37.2 mi away

Moderate

Botany Bay Plantation Wildlife Management Area

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 260 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

41.2 mi away

Moderate

Saint Christopher Camp and Conference Center

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 228 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall

Top Species Near Hilton Head Island

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Great EgretRed-bellied WoodpeckerEastern PhoebeRuby-crowned KingletBrown-headed NuthatchBlack-bellied Whistling-DuckBuffleheadRed-breasted MerganserCommon GallinuleAmerican CootWilletRuddy TurnstoneLaughing GullBlack SkimmerForster's TernHooded MerganserMourning DovePied-billed GrebeAnhingaRock PigeonKilldeerRing-billed GullAmerican Herring GullGreat Black-backed GullAmerican Oystercatcher+33 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Coastal12 locations
Wetland11 locations
Forest3 locations
Urban Park1 location

Best Seasons:

Spring21 locations
Fall21 locations
Winter21 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Hilton Head Island, SC?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Hilton Head Island include Hilton Head Island, Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge, Fish Haul Beach Park, Sea Pines Forest Preserve, Tybee Island - North Beach. These spots offer coastal, wetland, urban park habitats.
What birds can I see near Hilton Head Island?▼
Birders near Hilton Head Island can spot species including Great Egret, Red-bellied Woodpecker, Eastern Phoebe, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Brown-headed Nuthatch, Black-bellied Whistling-Duck, Bufflehead, Red-breasted Merganser. The area's 4 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Hilton Head Island?▼
The best seasons for birding near Hilton Head Island are Spring and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Hilton Head Island?▼
There are 21 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Hilton Head Island, SC, ranging from 1.8 to 41.2 miles from the city center.

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