Things to do nearBroad Creek Marina
Broad Creek Marina is a beloved waterfront hub on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, offering boating access, fresh seafood, and sweeping tidal creek views.
Broad Creek Marina has long served as a working waterfront on Hilton Head Island, rooted in the fishing and shrimping traditions that shaped the Lowcountry long before the island became a resort destination. The creek itself is a tidal estuary teeming with marine life, and the marina reflects that living heritage.
Visitors can rent kayaks and paddleboards to explore the marsh channels, join guided eco-tours, or charter a boat for inshore fishing targeting redfish and flounder. The surrounding waters are part of a rich coastal ecosystem that draws naturalists and anglers alike.
The marina's docks and open-air atmosphere make it a natural gathering spot, especially at sunset when the golden light settles over the cordgrass and the tide pulls quietly seaward. Seafood restaurants and casual waterfront dining are close at hand, giving visitors a reason to linger.
For anyone seeking an authentic, nature-forward experience away from the island's busier resort corridors, Broad Creek Marina offers a grounded and genuinely scenic window into the soul of Hilton Head Island.
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Visit in the early morning to watch local shrimpers head out and enjoy the creek at its most peaceful before recreational traffic picks up.
Try the fresh local shrimp available from dockside vendors, a true Lowcountry staple best enjoyed simply prepared with butter and seasoning.
Bring sunscreen and polarized sunglasses, as the sun reflects sharply off the water and the open dock offers little shade during midday hours.
Book a dolphin-watching or fishing charter departing from the marina for a guided way to experience the rich coastal ecosystem of Hilton Head Island.
Arrive by bicycle using the island's trail network, as Broad Creek Marina is accessible via Hilton Head's extensive multi-use path system.
Top tours & experiences near Broad Creek Marina
Drive Your Own Guided Dolphin Boat Tour in Hilton Head
Drive your own CraigCat on a guided 25–30 mile dolphin watch tour
3-Hour Shark Fishing Charter in Hilton Head
Catch small sharks and stingrays on a brief, family-friendly charter in calm waters.
Private Inshore Fishing Charter in Hilton Head
Enjoy a 4–5 hour offshore fishing trip targeting sharks, reds, and mackerel with gear and license included
Sunset Boat Tour in Hilton Head for Up to 8
Enjoy a personalized sunset cruise with up to eight guests, guided by a licensed captain.
Hilton Head Private Boat Tour to Vanishing Island
Search for shells and spot dolphins on a customizable 3-hour private cruise to Hilton Head’s hidden beaches.
Private Dolphin & Nature Charter in Hilton Head
Charter the Prince Of Tides for a private dolphin and nature cruise
Hilton Head Dolphin Watching Tour for 6 Guests
Spot Atlantic bottlenose dolphins on an intimate 6‑guest cruise with guaranteed encounters
Hilton Head Sunset Dolphin Tour, Guaranteed
Enjoy a small-group sunset cruise with guaranteed dolphin sightings and no more than 6 guests.
Private Sunset Dolphin Tour in Hilton Head
Unwind on a private sunset cruise with close-up dolphin viewing and photo opportunities
4-Hour Shark Fishing Charter in Hilton Head
Fish for sharks and spot dolphins near the island with all gear included
Family Shell Hunt & Dolphin Tour on Hilton Head
Search for shells and spot dolphins on a small-group boat tour ideal for families.
Private Captained Boat Tour in Hilton Head Island
Enjoy a private cruise for dolphin watching, shell hunts, or birding with a licensed captain
3-Hour Dolphin Strand Feeding Cruise in Hilton Head
Search Hilton Head’s back creeks for dolphin strand feeding, timed with low tides
Sunset Dolphin Cruise on Hilton Head Island
Cruise Hilton Head waterways at sunset and look for bottlenose dolphins
Hibachi Dinner Cruise on Hilton Head Island
Cruise Hilton Head for 2 hours with hibachi cooked on board
Dolphin & Nature Cruise on Broad Creek
Cruise Broad Creek with a museum docent and look for dolphins and marsh wildlife
Private Dolphin Watching Cruise From Broad Creek Marina
Private dolphin tour for your group, up to 6 guests
Dolphin & Nature Cruise on Hilton Head Island
Cruise Broad Creek and watch for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins
Guided Crabbing Tour in Hilton Head Island
Try crabbing on a shaded pontoon boat with all gear provided
Sunset Fireworks & Dolphins Evening Cruise
Cruise at sunset, watch fireworks, and look for dolphins
Private Dolphin & Nature Tour Charter in Hilton Head
Charter a private boat for a dolphin and nature tour in Hilton Head
90-Minute Dolphin Cruise in Hilton Head Island
Cruise Hilton Head Island and look for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins
Ride a Round-Trip Ferry From Hilton Head to Savannah
Round-trip ferry from Hilton Head to Savannah with 2-hour crossings each way
Watch Harbourfest Fireworks on a Hilton Head Kayak Tour
Paddle Broad Creek and watch Shelter Cove Harbourfest fireworks from your kayak
2-Hour Fishing Charter in Hilton Head
Fish for an hour, cruise for an hour—great for hot summer afternoons
Fireworks Sailing Cruise in Hilton Head Island
Sail for 2 hours and watch fireworks from the water
Sail A Rosé Fireworks Cruise In Hilton Head Island
2-hour rosé fireworks sail from Broad Creek Marina
Hilton Head Island Private Boat Charter
Set sail aboard Bonjour for a private coastal celebration
Private Sailing Charter in Hilton Head Island
Set sail on a private charter with room for your own food and drinks
Private Sunset Sail in Hilton Head Island
An evening sailing charter with space for your own food and drinks
2-Hour Sailing Cruise in Hilton Head Island
Enjoy a daytime sail and time on the water
Hilton Head Island Sunset Sail
Toast the evening aboard a relaxed coastal catamaran sail
Brunch Sailing Cruise in Hilton Head Island
Savor brunch and drinks aboard a Lowcountry catamaran
Hilton Head Island Sunset Cruise
Sail into sunset with room for your group and your own refreshments
Hilton Head Island Sunset Lowcountry Boil Cruise
Savor a Lowcountry Boil as the sun sets on the water
Private Dolphin Cruise in Hilton Head Island
Look for resident bottlenose dolphins while learning about their coastal lives
Hilton Head Island Shark Fishing Charter
Cast for blacktip, hammerhead, and bull sharks with options for every experience level
Hilton Head Island Sunset Cruise
Take in coastal sunset views from a private yacht-class cruise
Hilton Head Island Nearshore Fishing Charter
Fish local creeks, wrecks, reefs and jetties with options for every skill level
Hilton Head Island Full-Day Fishing Charter
Target reef fish, wreck species, and big sharks offshore
Hilton Head 3-Hour Inshore Fishing Charter
Cast light tackle for local inshore fish, with an outing suited to every experience level
Hilton Head 8-Hour Deep Sea Fishing Charter
Deep-water reef fishing with a chance to target varied species
Hilton Head Island Private Crabbing Charter
Crab together aboard a boat reserved for your group
Daufuskie Island Evening Ferry Cruise
Cruise to Daufuskie Island for an evening at Old Daufuskie Crab Co.