32 Miles of Coastline
Explore the tranquil water trails in your own kayak or canoe — or be a little more adventurous and grab a paddleboard.
Cast a line into one of our many ponds and lakes or in the May River. Explore the tranquil water trails in your own kayak or canoe — or be a little more adventurous and grab a paddleboard. If you prefer a slower-paced waterfront activity, pack a picnic basket and relax on a unique beach that nature hides with the tides. Twice a day, the receding tide reveals the silky beach of the May River Sandbar. Access is by boat only, and on sunny days, you can find an eclectic mix of locals and visitors relaxing on this little island of perfection, scrubbed clean twice daily by Mother Nature. Explore a new perspective.
Explore for Yourself
Explore for Yourself
Grab a paddleboard, kayak or canoe and take a tranquil tour of the spectacular Lowcountry scenery along the May River. Meander through the many water trails that wind through the property. Interested in dropping a line? Head to one of our many ponds and lakes for an angler’s paradise stocked with largemouth bass and bream, carefully managed for more than 70 years. Or board a boat and enjoy saltwater fishing with tarpon, cobia, redfish and sea trout in the spring and summer. Check in at Wilson Landing to learn more about tours, cruises and rentals available to you.
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Cast a Line With Family
Cast a Line With Family
Head to one of our many ponds and lakes for an angler’s paradise stocked with largemouth bass and bream and carefully managed for more than 70 years. Or board a boat and enjoy saltwater fishing, with tarpon, cobia, redfish and sea trout in the spring and summer.
A Maze of Waterways
A Maze of Waterways
Three rivers provide an incredible backdrop for Palmetto Bluff making fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding and boating just a few of the great ways to explore our slice of heaven. Plan your excursion to explore the Lowcountry the way it was meant to be seen — by water.
Waterways
The Waterways That Define Life at Palmetto Bluff
Exploring the South Carolina Waterways of Palmetto Bluff Water surrounds Palmetto Bluff on three sides. The May River wraps the north and northeast, while the Cooper River runs along the east and southeast, and the New River borders the south and southwest. A...
Jul 2026
Club Life
PBGO: Where Childhood Grows at Palmetto Bluff
At Palmetto Bluff, some of childhood's best moments begin outside. Days are measured by muddy shoes, saltwater adventures, and the excitement of discovering something new just beyond the next trail.That spirit is at the heart of PBGO (Palmetto Bluff Growing Ou...
Jul 2026
Club Life
Hampton Watts: Painting the South to Life
This August, Savannah-based painter Hampton Watts will join us at the Bluff to share his contemporary Southern art celebrating the landscapes, traditions, and enduring spirit of the South. Drawing inspiration from generations of Southern heritage, Hampton c...
Jul 2026
Culture
Summer at the Bluff: How Members and Residents Spend the Season
Things to Do in Palmetto Bluff: A Coastal Summer on the May River Summer comes on slowly at Palmetto Bluff, and most of it happens on the water. The May River warms through June, the tide pulls in and out twice a day, and the hours stretch long enough for a ...
Jul 2026
Club Life
Summer in Coastal South Carolina
The summer months are packed with activity and cultural experiences at Palmetto Bluff and throughout the surrounding area. Just 30 minutes from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport and a quick 15 minutes from Hilton Head Island Airport, Palmetto Bluff is...
May 2026
Culture
Spring Events at Palmetto Bluff: Things to Do in May and June 2026
Your Guide to Things to Do at Palmetto Bluff: Spring Events, Activities, and Experiences in May and June Spring runs long at Palmetto Bluff. From early May through the end of June, the calendar fills up with music, markets, kids’ camps, waterway excursions, a...
May 2026
Culture
The Savannah Edit
Savannah is a historic city in the truest sense. Its riverfront location, shady squares, and remarkably intact architecture create an atmosphere that is completely distinct.There is a slightly mysterious quality, an old Southern allure supported by genuine cul...
