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Sea Pines Forest Preserve

Southwest tip of island, accessible via U.S. 278, South End, Hilton Head, SC
843 363 1872
Ranked #3 of 70 attractions in Hilton Head
4.5 of 5 stars 77 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Activities: Walking
Description: Walk through mushy swamps on elevated boardwalks at this 400-acre nature preserve.
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Greenup, Kentucky
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW
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We visited Sea Pines Forest Preserve via the Lawton Drive entrance, which we recommend. You can tour it by car. We first walked to the lakes, then I went back for our car when I saw others driving in. We parked by the lakes and took a walking tour. On our initial walk in we were bitten by mosquitoes on... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Wonderful. We loved the alligator ponds, the turtles and birds. Visited the farm on site and hiked a bunch of trails. A very nice half-day break from the beach. **Bring Bug Spray!!!***. I'm not kidding. You have been warned. :-) More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Greeted by rude, incompetent staff. Attention you cannot ride or walk into the forest preserve, you can only pollute it by driving in your cars. Told off by the staff at the entrance that we were incompetent for not reading the website carefully, which was written poorly to begin with. We were told it's a $5 fee for cars and... More

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Hilton Head, South Carolina
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89 reviews 89 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Located within the Sea Pine Plantation this small gem has walking trails, fresh water fishing, picnic areas and a wildflower medow. In the spring it is amazing and should not be missed. More

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Hilton Head, South Carolina
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13 reviews 13 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Four of us strolled around the forest preserve this past February and enjoyed all the sights and sounds which, undoubtedly, change seasonally. Flowers in the gardens, for instance, were just blooming then, but are likely in full color now. Next visit, think I will take the trail ride as that looked like fun. More

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Georgia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

We saw this on the web and really enjoyed the Sea Pines Forest Preserved. Pretty wildflower area and lake/picnic area. We walked the rice field trail and vanishing swamp trail. Very pretty trees, saw a lizard and even some alligators and turtles. There are bike paths. I do regret that we did not bring a picnic and hang out. My... More

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Pa
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012
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Found this spot while doing the alligator tour years ago and fell in love. We never have a trip to HHI without going here. Almost never anyone there and we always see gators and lots of cool birds/animals. Bring charcoal and food and make a day of it! More

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Sarasota, Florida
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69 reviews 69 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012
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The preserve offers a nice place for a stroll or bike ride. A lot of the trails are shaded so you can bike even during a sunny day and not be exhausted from the heat. If you're lucky you might spot some wildlife. We saw some birds, a turtle and two deer. Nice! More

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Savannah, Georgia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012
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Just off the main road in Sea Pines and it is full of wildlife and natural beauty. We went on a horseback tour from the stables and it was a perfect way to enjoy the beautiful weather. More

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Easley, South Carolina
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012
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Did not like having to pay a entrance fee...discouraged return visits More

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