Mid-island access flanked by the Chaplin Linear Park wetlands - sunrise photographers' pick, with egrets in the tidal lagoons.

Burkes Beach

Beaches · Hilton Head Free ★ 4.6

Burkes Beach offers mid-island access to the Atlantic, bordered by the Chaplin Linear Park wetlands. Many sunrise photographers come here for the egrets in the tidal lagoons. This free beach on Hilton Head Island provides a peaceful start to any day.

More shops nearby

The Bargain BoxConsignment & Vintage0.8 mi · ~2 min drive Beauty Room TMBeauty & Apothecary0.9 mi · ~2 min drive Luis Quintero JewelryJewelry1.2 mi · ~3 min drive

Dining nearby

SERG Takeout KitchenMeal Takeaway · $$1.0 mi · ~2 min drive Jane Bistro and BarAmerican · $$1.5 mi · ~4 min drive Tide Me OverAmerican2.1 mi · ~5 min drive Hilton Head Diner RestaurantBreakfast · $$2.3 mi · ~6 min drive NectarAmerican · $$2.5 mi · ~6 min drive TerrapinAmerican2.6 mi · ~6 min drive

Things to do nearby

Driessen Beach ParkBeaches · PaidWalkable IslandAce Adventure ToursTours & Charters · Paid0.6 mi · ~2 min drive Folly Field Beach ParkBeaches · Free0.7 mi · ~2 min drive Islanders Beach ParkBeaches · Free1.2 mi · ~3 min drive

While you're here

Jazz In The ParkTue, Aug 18 · Live Music1.5 mi · ~4 min drive Hilton Head Island Concours d’Elegance and Motoring Festival 2026Thu, Oct 29 · Festivals2.0 mi · ~5 min drive Black Jacket SymphonyFri, Aug 28 · Live Music2.1 mi · ~5 min drive

Venues nearby

Buck Island Resort and EventsBallroom & Hotel6.5 mi · ~16 min drive Hewitt Oaks: Weddings+Events+RetreatsGarden & Outdoor17 mi · ~40 min drive

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