On South West end of island is Seapines plantation. Seapines was theisland's first developed area. Seapines is a mixture of residential and resort areas with 3 public golf courses,several tennis courts, beach, two marinas and very popular Harbour Town shopping district.

Shipyard Plantation is best known for it's beautiful beach. Shipyard is a mixture of resorts and private residences. Bicycle and walking paths wind through plantation's 800 acres. Several golf course call Shipyard home,including Galleon, Brigantine and Clipper.

Long Cove is a stricly residential area, with about 570 private homes.

Wexford Plantation is a private community of about 500 acres.

Palmetto Dunes is a mixture of resort and residential communities. Boasting over 3 miles of shoreline, Palmetto Dunes is a popluar renatl area. Shelter Cove harbour and marina is l ocated adjacent to this plantation and is host to numerous fesivals, celebrations and other island events.

Port Royal Plantation features several historical sites. The Island's namesake Captain Willian Hilton first landed here in 1663. The Port Royal resort features a convention center, entertainment and restuarant.

Palmetto Hall Plantation, newest of island's residential developments features two outstanding golf courses.

Located on northern edge of island is Hilton Head Plantation is home to golf course and country clubs. Miles of nature walks and bicycle trails cover plantation which is also home to two nature preserves.

Indigo Run is a resdential plantation located in central area of island.

Spanish Wells is one island's original developments and is a private community.

Windmill Harbour is home to South carolina Yacht Club.

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