Sea Pines Forest Preserve

Nature preserve · Hilton Head Island

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"Hilton Head usually brings to mind the beach , and for good reason—but this area of lush, dense greenery bucks that reputation a bit. The reserve's 650 square acres are a veritable playground for nature lovers, part maritime forest, sand ridge, scenic wetlands, and natural ponds. There’s also a 4,000-year-old history to the area: Check out the Shell Pines Sea Ring, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a pretty spectacular archaeological site made up of thousands of oyster, clam, and mussel shells. It’s thought that the site was a religious or social gathering place for the Native American tribes who inhabited the region. Consider the whole natural experience a vacation from your spa- and golf course-laden vacation." - Paul Oswell

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