Mid Island Travel Guide

Hilton Head Island

At about the same time through the influence of Captain John Stoney and Mr. Isaac Fripp another congregation was formed and a church of wood, on a brick foundation, 40 x 30 ft. was built on Hilton Head Island. Divine Service was performed alternately at each church (St. Luke's Parish Church and Zion Chapel of Ease,) and since there was no Parsonage, the Minister resided with his parishioners. In 1833, the Rt. Rev. Nathaniel Bowen, Third Bishop of South Carolina, consecrated Zion Chapel, it having been, the record cryptically says, "thrown out of use as to the worship for which it had been originally erected, but now happily recovered." Diocesan records show that Divine Services were regularly held in Zion Church until November 1861 when invasion of the Island by federal armed forces necessitated the flight of the island's white population. When the Rev. Dr. James Stoney (1820-1870), a great grandson of Captain John Stoney, builder of Zion Chapel, was able to return to his rectorship of the Church in the Cross in Bluffton in 1867, his 1868 report says that Zion Chapel, having been built of wood, had entirely disappeared, it's Eucharistic silver and all it's furnishings, altar, prayer desks, pulpit, pews were stolen. Worst of all for Zion Chapel was the fact that all of its members were dispersed, dispossessed of their homes and property, never to return to Hilton Head Island again. Today, only the cemetery remains.
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Shelter Cove Marina, Hilton Head Island, Shutterstock ID 1233599833, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com

Shelter Cove Harbour

Explore the waterfront of Shelter Cove Harbour and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Shelter Cove Harbour
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Port Royal Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Hilton Head Island at Port Royal Golf Club. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Port Royal Golf Club
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Folly Field Beach Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Folly Field Beach Park and enjoy the golf courses in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Folly Field Beach Park
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Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Hilton Head Island at Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course
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Driessen Beach Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Driessen Beach Park and enjoy the golf courses in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Driessen Beach Park
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Mitchelville Freedom Park

After visiting Mitchelville Freedom Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hilton Head Island. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Mitchelville Freedom Park

Things to do

Small Group Hilton Head Morning Dolphin and Donut Cruise

Small Group - 6 Passengers - Morning Dolphin and Donut Cruise

฿1,707
per adult
Small Group - 6 Passengers - Morning Dolphin and Donut Cruise
Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise

฿1,241
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hilton Head Island Dolphin Boat Cruise
Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Watching Cruise with Donuts

Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Watching Cruise with Donuts

฿1,832
per adult
Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Watching Cruise with Donuts
Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Cruise & Nature Tour

Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Cruise & Nature Tour

฿1,397
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Cruise & Nature Tour
Hilton Head Island: Round-Trip Daufuskie Island Ferry

Hilton Head Island: Round-Trip Daufuskie Island Ferry

฿1,366
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Hilton Head Island: Round-Trip Daufuskie Island Ferry
Hilton Head Morning Kayaking & Coffee Guided Tour

Hilton Head Morning Kayaking & Coffee Guided Tour

฿1,521
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hilton Head Morning Kayaking & Coffee Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Mid Island

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island

4.5 out of 5
1 Hotel Circle Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿6,335 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
฿6,335
per night
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this luxury resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,416 reviews)
Clean resort that is perfectly located on the beach near some great restaurants nearby.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Hilton Beachfront Resort & Spa Hilton Head Island
Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort

4 out of 5
23 Ocean Lane Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿9,864 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿9,864
per night
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this beach resort in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Very nice place will be back

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort
The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
2 Grasslawn Ave Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿5,876 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿5,876
per night
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Stay at this beach hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room. Great staff. Everyone was helpful and willing to help. Wonderful views of the ocean.

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa
Hampton Inn Hilton Head

Hampton Inn Hilton Head

2.5 out of 5
1 Dillon Road Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿3,472 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
฿3,472
per night
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this golf hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Property needs updated. Better gym. Cleaning up the breakfast area.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn Hilton Head
Island Links Resort by Palmera

Island Links Resort by Palmera

3 out of 5
1 Coggins Point Road Hilton Head Island SC
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (328 reviews)
Clean room and responsive customer services. I was not able to use my included 1 hr tennis court reservation because it wasn’t clearly mention that you have to pay equipment rental fee unless you bring your own. I was bit disappointed. It was overall good experience.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

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Island Links Resort by Palmera
Hotel Carolina

Hotel Carolina

2 out of 5
9 Marina Side Drive Hilton Head Island SC
The price is ฿4,040 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿4,040
per night
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hilton Head Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (12 reviews)
Room was ok. Amenities not good at all no staff on property after 5 pm

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Mid Island

Shelter Cove, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA

Shelter Cove

While Shelter Cove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shelter Cove Harbour and The Golf Courses of Palmetto Dunes.

Shelter Cove
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Folly Field

If you're spending some time in Folly Field, Folly Field Beach Park and Folly Field Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Folly Field
Sunset at the beach club. 😎

North End

If you're spending some time in North End, Palmetto Hall Golf and Country Club and Country Club of Hilton Head are top sights worth seeing.

North End
Walkway to the beach.

North Forest Beach

If you're spending some time in North Forest Beach, Coligny Plaza and Coligny Beach are top sights worth seeing.

North Forest Beach
Sunset at Harbour Town.

South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Sea Pines Forest Preserve and Heron Point by Pete Dye at Sea Pines Resort are top sights worth seeing.

South End
Aerial panorama view of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, USA.

South Forest Beach

If you're spending some time in South Forest Beach, Coligny Beach and Sea Pines Forest Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

South Forest Beach

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