Hilton Head Island Marina, Watersports, and Dining

Spring season at Palmetto Bay Marina in Hilton Head Island is a beautiful and exciting time of year. The weather starts to warm up, the flowers bloom, and the marina comes to life with boaters and visitors alike. With so much to see and do, it's no wonder why Palmetto Bay Marina is a popular destination in Hilton Head.

For transient boaters seeking a winter getaway that combines convenience, amenities, and the charm of Hilton Head Island, Palmetto Bay Marina stands as an exceptional choice. Whether you're planning a short-term escape or a more extended adventure, the marina's commitment to catering to transient boaters ensures a memorable experience

On December 14, 2023, Marinas.com announced the recipients of the 2023 Boaters' Choice Awards, an honor recognizing the marinas for their outstanding service, amenities, and the overall satisfaction they bring to boaters. The Elite Fleet tier of Boaters' Choice Awards represents the marinas that went above and beyond.

It's winter time in Hilton Head Island, SC, and the coastal charm of this beloved destination takes on a unique allure during the colder months. Let's dive into the top attractions that make Palmetto Bay Marina a must-visit spot this winter.

We have the perfect forecast for fun this fall with plenty of great live music, food, and football. Come enjoy our lineup of local and regional live bands this season for Music in the Marina. For an updated list of events, be sure to check the event roster.

Summertime at Palmetto Bay Marina on Hilton Head Island is an exciting time of year. It’s the perfect time to get outside and experience the Lowcountry. Whether you're searching for lazy days at the beach, outdoor adventures, or finding the best bite to eat, Hilton Head Island has so much to offer.

We have a great lineup of music in the marina this April at Palmetto Bay Marina during RBC Heritage Week! See show times and dates. The marina and surrounding property has been fully renovated. If you love live music with great food and drinks, you’re in luck this week.

Marine Fuel in Hilton Head, SC - Our new quick-service, petroleum-on-demand, fuel system allows you to swipe, pump, and get back on the water. Pull up to 1,000 feet of side-tie docking with easy access to multiple fuel pumps. We offer ethanol-free, marine-grade fuel, diesel, and gas at competitive prices.

Palmetto Bay Marina Receives 2022 Boaters’ Choice Award | Marinas.com recently announced the recipients of the 2022 Boaters' Choice Awards, an honor recognizing the marinas that consistently provided excellent service to the boating community in 2022.

Visitors and locals love this time of year at Palmetto Bay Marina. The crowds are becoming thinner as cooler weather moves in with a blanket of colorful skies. Hilton Head Island is a serene locale for seafood lovers and admirers of nature; both of which we are known for.

It's Summer on Hilton Head Island. Our dedicated staff and valued merchants at Palmetto Bay Marina welcome you to an action-packed 2022 summer! All phases of our marina renovation are now complete including all new docks and marina amenities.

Saturday, July 9, 2022 | Palmetto Bay Marina | 2 Amazing local bands kicking off the Hilton Head summer! Grab your friends and family and help us celebrate good times and great food this July. Bars open at 12:00pm with live music from Ocean Monx beginning at 12:30pm and Groove Town Assault starting up at 6:00pm. Happy Hour is 4pm - 7pm.

We would be honored to have your vote of support for Palmetto Bay Marina for Best Lowcountry Marina 2022. Vote once-a-day now through 07/01/22. Recognize your favorites for the "Best of" in everything that makes Hilton Head Island and surrounding Lowcountry great.

The Sandalphon superyacht recently docked at Palmetto Bay Marina for a few days enjoying Hilton Head Island before continuing their journey up the Intracoastal Waterway loop. With our new dock infrastructure and 3 phase power supply, we are excited to have the capacity to host vessels of this size at Palmetto Bay Marina.

Springtime in Hilton Head brings out a great lineup of live music at Palmetto Bay Marina. Join us this May and June 2022 as some of your favorite local musicians take the stage during, Music at the Marina. Great live music, beautiful views, food and drink specials, and definitely good times! Read through for show times and dates.

Boat bottom care and painting is often overlooked by owners. The Boathouse at Palmetto Bay Marina is the area’s leader in boat bottom painting services. First-class paint facility with quick turn-around service. Full range of approved water-based and solvent-based anti-fouling bottom paint options, as well as copper free and non-toxic anti-fouling options. All vessels welcome.

Five years after Hurricane Matthew wiped out Palmetto Bay Marina on Hilton Head Island, the marina is anticipating the completion of its dock rebuilding project. Renovations began in the spring of 2019, when new owners took over the marina. By 2020, they had rebuilt the east side of the marina, which offers about 3,000 linear feet of dockage.

Five years ago, many of us woke up (or quite possibly never went to sleep) in the early morning hours of Oct. 8, 2016 to whipping wind, flooding and destruction caused by Hurricane Matthew. If you evacuated the island, nervously returning days later to see if your property survived was just as scary.

SAT. OCT. 9TH - OYSTER ROAST - Shuck it in a Bucket! Enjoy an abundance of seafood greatness with TWO ways to experience Hilton Head’s famous Oyster Roasts. Treat yourself to some of the best local seafood and drinks from our friends at Carolina Crab Company and Black Marlin Bayside Grill.

Come get your feel of local music at Palmetto Bay Marina! Enjoy live music and drink specials to the sounds of reggae, rock, country, and more. We are fully-open for business and cannot wait to see you this Fall on Hilton Head Island.