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Review: Coligny Beach Park

This is the most popular beach on all of Hilton Head, and it has plenty to show for the title.
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Give us the wide-angle view: what kind of beach are we talking about?
Who'd have thought that this thin sliver of soft sand would be the most popular beach on the island, and by far? It’s a prime, five miles of perfect, Atlantic coastline cutting across the southern half of Hilton Head, and it's damn near perfect.

How accessible is it?
The main access point is at Coligny Beach Park, which sits at the end of Pope Avenue. Traffic can get pretty crazy during peak times, though on the upside, there’s free parking available.

Decent services and facilities, would you say?
The amenities at Coligny Beach Park are one of the main reasons why this particular beach is so popular (beyond its natural charm, of course). Sand showers, shops, restaurants, and well-maintained restrooms are all part of the allure.

How’s the actual beach stuff—sand and surf?
The boardwalk leads you down to pristine sands and the Atlantic Ocean, with calm waters that are perfect for swimming (surfing, not so much); and with lifeguards on duty, it’s also very safe. If you’re lucky, you can spot pods of dolphins playing and feeding not too far out.

Anything special we should look for?
Everything you're likely to need can be found in the Plaza, and around the Coligny Beach Park area. Kids tend to gravitate toward the water feature, where they'll cool off during the hottest summer months.

If we’re thinking about going, what—and who—is this beach best for?
It’s a great beach all around, with plenty of amenities, and which families will especially appreciate.

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