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Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 57 attractions in Hilton Head
Traveler Description:
Encompassing four islands and 4,000 acres, the refuge aims to preserve and protect endangered natural habitats and species. At 1,200 acres, Pinckney...... more » Encompassing four islands and 4,000 acres, the refuge aims to preserve and protect endangered natural habitats and species. At 1,200 acres, Pinckney is the largest of the refuge's islands and the only one open to the public. « less
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Attraction type: Nature reserve
Activities: Birdwatching, Hiking, Biking
Address: Lands End Drive Hilton Head, SC 29926
Tel: 912-652-4415

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5 of 5 stars
marathonmanjax   11 contributions
Jacksonville, Florida
Dec 22, 2009

Find out if you can take your mountain bike there, this place is pretty big! Wide trail lined with fine gravel. We walked for 10-15 minutes, didn't see much of wild life at all. Few birds in distance, maybe because it's december? I'll be back again with my mountain bike next time. As far as wildlife, don't expect to see... more

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5 of 5 stars
Pattyinathens   10 contributions
Nov 2, 2009

Easy walking, amazing birds. We saw an alligator and lots of tiny crabs too. The calls of the birds were almost as wonderful as seeing them. more

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4 of 5 stars
arbuclo   8 contributions
Alexandria, Virginia
Oct 6, 2009
1
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Easy flat walking on gravel paths or in mown grass around water features. Absolutely loved the butterfly garden. more

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4 of 5 stars
channiedoll   24 contributions
Charlotte, NC
Aug 31, 2009
2
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While I was in Hilton Head, I visited this refuge three times during morning hours. It is a great place for walking and biking. I did notice that mosquitos are rampant so it is very important to put on repellent. The Ibis pond is very lovely to see and don't forget to check out the butterfly garden. Also, there are... more

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4 of 5 stars
TNcountrygirl911   24 contributions
NE Tennessee
Jul 15, 2009
2
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My husband and I took a LONG hike through the refuge and there were numerous occasions to take beautiful pictures of a great variety of amazing wildlife. I teach school and teach a story about armadillos. We had the opportunity to watch and photograph one very close to us for a long time which was a great experience for me... more

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5 of 5 stars
seaofjoy   1 contribution
columbia,sc
Oct 5, 2006
25
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My husband and I go to Pinckney every time we visit HHI. The birdlife is exceptional and we never fail to see and alligator or two. We've seen Moma raccoons with baby raccoons in broad daylight feeding in the marsh; raccoons are nocturnal animals so this is unusual. Eagle and osprey nests are plentiful! There is a rookery when you... more

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Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge Address

Lands End Drive, Hilton Head, SC 29926
Tel: 912-652-4415