Palmetto Dunes - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
One of the finest resort destinations in the world, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is truly a jewel in the crown of Hilton Head Island. Its 2,000 acres, nestled on three miles of sun-kissed Atlantic Ocean beachfront, provide the perfect venue for three world-class golf courses, an award-winning tennis center, and an 11-mile lagoon that invites guests in kayaks and canoes to share a pristine, natural environment with 40 species of birds and fish. Among Hilton Head oceanfront resorts, Palmetto Dunes enjoys an illustrious reputation for creating unforgettable family vacation experiences.
Known as a world-class golf destination, the resort boasts three superbly crafted, challenging gold courses, each distinguished by its legendary designer and each showcasing the natural beauty of Hilton Head. Also, the resort has the internationally-acclaimed Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center that has been ranked 5th in the world according to Tennis Resorts Online.
Sports are just part of the fun at Palmetto Dunes. With the beach and lagoon system teeming with wildlife, Hilton Head Outfitters offers kayaks, canoes, bicycles, fishing rods, beach gear and more. The saltwater lagoon system, also plays a key role in providing renewable drainage for the golf courses, and is an ideal venue for boating, fishing and touring. Guests who prefer quieter activities may opt for a nature tour by kayak or stop by Shelter Cover to charter a boat for a memorable dolphin encounter.
For waterfront shopping and dining, the Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina features a wide array of specialty shops, quaint bistros, fine dining establishments, family-related and seasonal activities, including HarbourFest and a towering 12-foot bronze statue of Neptune. This larger-than-life sundial serves as an iconic symbol of Shelter Cove Harbour at Palmetto Dunes and is hailed as the world's largest figurative sundial.