Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, a Hilton Head Island Staple
A world class oceanfront resort demands a world class marina. Located directly across from the entrance to Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina gives guests grand access to the water that surrounds Hilton Head Island. The quiet, protected waters make it a relaxing location to dock your boat, while all the surrounding shops, dining, and live entertainment mean you'll always have something fun to do. Stop in for the day, a weekend or the season.
Choose your adventure at Shelter Cove
Captain your own vessel
With boat rentals, kayaking, paddleboarding and more, Shelter Cove Marina is the #1 destination for water sports and exploring the beautiful waters and views around Hilton Head Island.
Reel in a good time
Look no further than Shelter Cove Marina for the ultimate Hilton Head Island fishing charter experience. Whether you are an experienced angler or are new to sport fishing, our experienced fishing captains can customize your inshore and offshore fishing adventure.
Take to the water for relaxation or excitement
Shelter Cove Marina is also home to the best variety of adventure cruises and boat tours on the island. With nature tours, dolphin cruises, sport crabbing and more, there’s something for everyone every time you visit.
Stroll the promenade while you shop
The cozy Mediterranean waterfront village setting of Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina provides the island’s most scenic shopping, as well as a perfect vantage point for watching the ships come and go.
A variety of waterfront dining
Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina is the perfect Mediterranean waterfront dining setting. Enjoy a French scone and espresso from Hilton Head Social Bakery, one of San Miguel's world-famous margaritas, bring your catch of the day to Scott’s Fish Market to prepare and serve or dine with a view at ELA’S On the Water.
The Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina Calendar
Plan your trip accordingly and check the calendar to see all events that are going on at Shelter Cove Harbour and Marina.
Make memories at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina
The Spring and Fall Music & Taste on the Harbour events are local island favorite events. The annual Hilton Head Art Festival is a popular event over Memorial Day weekend. Summertime fireworks run June – mid August and the July 4th celebration brings Hilton Head Island’s largest fireworks display. Enjoy the kick-off to the holidays at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina with a visit from Santa over Thanksgiving weekend.
Music & Taste at Shelter Cove
This spring and fall, join in on the fun at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina's Music & Taste Event on select Thursday evenings. Dance around the Neptune Statue to Hilton Head's favorite local bands and specially-priced food and drinks from participating Shelter Cove Harbour restaurants.
Summer means HarbourFest
HarbourFest, Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina’s signature event, occurs June through mid-August. A weekly celebration during the summer, HarbourFest brings the Shelter Cove community alive with music, entertainment, art & crafts and activities for kids. Tuesday nights feature a spectacular fireworks show that lights up the summer nighttime sky.
Frequently Asked Questions
There is a cooler with ice provided on the boat that you are welcome to use. In the interest of space it best to use that one.
For fishing charters at Shelter Cove Marina, yes. If the fish are within the legal size limits and species that are permitted to keep, You can keep them. The captain will filet the fish for you after the charter.
For fishing charters on Palmetto Dunes Lagoon, no. The Palmetto Dunes lagoon fishing is catch and release only.
Our offshore boats do have a cabin with a restroom. The inshore boats are smaller open boats and do not have a restroom.
You do not have to bring anything. The cost of the charter covers everything for fishing (boat, bait, captain, licensing, tackle and equipment). Any drinks or snacks you may want are available for purchase at check-in.
There are a variety of species. As is the nature of fishing, the catch can vary from day to day and season to season. The captain will do his best to get you on whatever fish will give you the best opportunity at getting a bite. These are some of the expected species by season.
Spring Fish - Sea Bass, Sheep's Head, Black Drum, Sharks, Red Fish, Trout and King Mackerel
Summer Fish - Big Sharks, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Barracuda, Tarpon, Jack Crevelle and Cobia
Fall Fish - Red Fish, Sharks, Spanish Mackerel, Sea Trout, Barracuda, Tarpon and King Mackerel
If conditions will be unsafe the charter will be canceled and any charges refunded. We leave the call up to the captain. High wind, lightning, heavy rain are usually what will cause a charter to be canceled.
