Harbour Town Lighthouse

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While not historic, the Harbour Town Lighthouse is nevertheless an iconic image of Hilton Head. This 90-foot tower was built in 1970 – the first privately financed lighthouse constructed since the early 1800s.

The design of the Fresnel lens dates back to the time of Napoleon, when the hazards of navigation demanded a way to cast the beacon from a lighthouse farther and stronger.

Harbour Town Lighthouse Standing Tall

Lantern of the Harbour Town Lighthouse

Birds at Coligny Beach Renourishment Project

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Hilton Head Island’s beaches are more than a scenic escape—they’re critical to the island’s identity, economy, and ecology. In order to preserve the beach, an infusion of sand is needed along some of the coast to ensure the sandy shoreline is wide enough for everyone

The beach is a vital habitat for both migratory birds and nesting sea turtles

Birds at Coligny Beach Renourishment Project

Beach Renourishment

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The 2025–2026 Hilton Head beach renourishment project was underway in the Coligny Beach area when we visited. The project involves adding 2.1 million cubic yards of sand to counteract erosion, pumping sand 24/7 from offshore to reshape the beach.

Here are images of the equipment and even birds looking for food.

Closure for Coligny Beach Renourishment Project

Coligny Beach Renourishment Project Equipment

Birds with Coligny Beach Renourishment Project Equipment

Visiting Hilton Head

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Hilton Head Island is in South Carolina. It’s known for Atlantic Ocean beaches. We will post some images captured on the beaches during our visit there in February 2026.

During the early-sunset walk on Barony Beach, we saw these boats stranded on the beach, with the bright sun behind them.

Bright Sun at Barony Beach

A Setting Sun at Barony Beach