Palmetto Bay Marina (Hilton Head Island, SC)

Palmetto Bay Marina

86 Helmsman Way #101B, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Date of Service: Sunday, 12/14/25 – Wednesday, 12/17/25 (Horseshoe Slip)
Cons: Intermittent/Saturated WiFi (Even with Starlink)
Pros: Accommodating, Cleanliness, Complimentary Pump Outs Slip, Deep Water Channel, Distance to/from IntraCoastal Waterway (ICW), Dock Hands, Electricity (30/50/100), Experienced Dock Hand, Floating Docks, Friendly Staff, Location, Marina Size (Only 65 Slips), Nearby Shopping, Perimeter Lighting, Protected Harbor, Restaurants Onsite (2 Bars & 3 Restaurants), Staff Willingness to Drop Off/Pick Up to Nearby Shopping, Transient Rates (15 Slips), & Water Depth (20′)

• Bath House Available
• Fishing Cleaning Stations
• Fuel Available
• Complimentary Laundry Room Available
• Travel Lift (75 Ton/19′ Beam)
• WiFi Connection

Pros: Yes

Comments: Strong currents and known for 12’/+ tidal surges. So arrival/departure is important.