The best things to do in Beaufort

The Landing at Pleasant Point keeps it classic with mostly flat fairways, big undulating greens, and a par 72 layout that stretches to 6,602 yards. Test your nerve on the watery 185-yard ninth, then jump into weekly scramble leagues to sharpen the game and meet neighbors.

From the Beaufort newsletter, October 22, 2026

With three screens, occasional double features, and a concession stand full of American roadside favorites, Hwy 21 Drive-In nails that nostalgic Beaufort vibe while still keeping the lineup fresh. They also host flea markets, seasonal happenings, and community gatherings, so it’s as much hangout as movie spot.

From the Port Royal newsletter, October 15, 2026

Atlantic Dunes by Davis Love III is a true coastal course, a complete rebuild of Hilton Head’s first layout with fairways and greens framed by coquina shells and seaside grass. Modernized by Davis Love III for today’s game, it’s Lowcountry golf that feels like a quick midweek escape this week.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, August 3, 2026

Skip the garage Tetris and let Hilton Head Beach Gear stock you with folding backpack chairs that actually have pockets and big vented umbrellas that screw in and tilt. They’re also the sister crew to Cross Island Bike Rentals if a ride to the sand sounds right this week.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 24, 2026

Legendary Golf brings the country club vibe to putt-putt with two distinct 18-hole courses winding through four shaded acres of palms, waterfalls, and rocky turns. Family built and locally run, it’s a solid weeknight reset or friendly bragging-rights match when you need something fun close to home.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 5, 2026

Bear Creek Golf Club brings Rees Jones’ first solo design to our backyard, a Par 72 with tall pines, winding doglegs, and Audubon Certified natural areas that feel blissfully Lowcountry. Five sets of tees and weekly clinics make it friendly for every handicap, plus the community vibe is strong.

From the Bluffton newsletter, October 11, 2026

When you want a fresh challenge close to home, the Robert Trent Jones Course at Palmetto Dunes mixes forgiving looks with sneaky demands that suit every skill level, and you can warm up with lessons or the Toptracer Range before trying to card something worth bragging about.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, August 25, 2026

Harbour Town Golf Links is a celebrated PGA TOUR track crafted by Pete Dye with Jack Nicklaus that rewards finesse, imagination and actual shotmaking, not brute force. Book a tee time this week and see if your short game can outsmart those sneaky greens.

From the Bluffton newsletter, October 9, 2026

George Fazio Golf Course is a par-70 public track at Palmetto Dunes that actually makes you think on every swing, fun for all skill levels. Book tee times online, then debrief at the bar and poke around the pro and gift shop like a kid in a candy store.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 8, 2026

Endangered Arts has been pairing Lowcountry homes with originals, limited editions, bronze and glass since 1994, thanks to Clay and Julie Rogers and their long relationships with artists like James Coleman, Rodel Gonzalez, Phillip Anthony, Nano Lopez, and Stephen Harlan.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 22, 2026

Skip the car and explore your backyard the fun way with Hilton Head Outfitters & Bike Rentals, from cruisers and e-bikes to kayaks and canoes on the 11-mile Palmetto Dunes lagoon, complete with turtles, birds, and those bonus endorphins that make Tuesday feel like Saturday.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, August 12, 2026

Designed by Rees Jones, Oyster Reef Golf Club delivers that classic Lowcountry round with tree-lined fairways, a signature par three staring at Port Royal Sound, and a clubhouse that actually invites you to linger. Warm up, play 18, then claim a stool at LagerHead Tavern for happy hour.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 4, 2026

3-acre open-air sanctuary giving “end of the road” Lowcountry cats a safe forever home. Locals can swing by their open houses, lend a hand with community cat care, or donate to keep bellies full and purrs loud.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, August 31, 2026

Outside Hilton Head is the local go-to for the real Lowcountry stuff, think dolphin eco tours, sunset cruises, and guided e-bike history rides, plus kayak and SUP rentals if you just want to slip into the marsh quietly. Private charters and USCG captains keep it fun, safe, and right in our backyard.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 20, 2026

Heron Point by Pete Dye serves up risk-reward long and short holes, fairways that drift toward trouble, and that signature Dye mounding and swales framing targets. If you want a thoughtful, modern test this week, this course keeps the locals honest without feeling punishing.

From the Bluffton newsletter, August 15, 2026

Shipyard Golf Club brings 27 holes across the Clipper, Galleon, and Brigantine nines, so you can build a loop to match your mood. Finish at Brickyard Pub for the debrief and a laugh, because good golf stories need snacks.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 26, 2026

Adventure Cove keeps the friendly rivalries alive with two 18-hole courses, Paradise Falls and Lost Lagoon, plus an arcade where you can chase tickets and try Key Master for big prizes. Great for weeknight brain resets or kids’ birthdays when you want fun without the cleanup.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 16, 2026

Park Plaza Cinema is that independently run spot where you can catch a film, then linger at the cafe and lounge for American and Mexican bites plus beer and wine, making it a low-key, actually local night out you’ll repeat.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 19, 2026

Dolphin Head Golf Club is a Gary Player-designed public track from 1974 that locals swear by for wildlife-framed holes, neighborly vibes, and a layout that rewards good shots.

From the Hilton Head newsletter, September 6, 2026

Mini-golfers putt by waterfalls & skeleton-guarded pirate's treasure at this elaborate course.