BE WELL
Fitness & Wellness at Palmetto Bluff
From well-appointed fitness centers to refreshing swimming facilities, each village provides spaces designed for wellness and relaxation.
Live Well, Every Day
Wellness at Palmetto Bluff is more than a workout — it’s a way of life, woven into every corner of the land and water. From riverfront yoga to serene swims beneath moss-draped oaks, members find countless ways to restore, recharge, and reconnect. With pools, studios, and fitness centers across the community, every day offers a new path to balance.
RELAX. REJUVENATE.
Pools + Fitness
River House
River House
Located adjacent to the swimming pool and River House, the River House Fitness Center features spectacular views of the May River and the surrounding Lowcountry wilderness. Enjoy an array of Precor treadmills, bicycles and elliptical machines, as well as strength-training equipment. The River House Fitness Facility is open 24 hours a day.
The River House Pool is a 100-foot, three-lap-lane Horizon saltwater pool that is heated to 78 degrees year-round. Showcasing stunning views of the May River, this pool area also features a Jacuzzi heated to 102 degrees. This adults-only pool is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Canoe Club
Canoe Club
Located within the Canoe Club complex, the Canoe Club Fitness Center offers amazing views of the May River, a large variety of exercise equipment and personal trainers. An expansive saltwater swimming pool and bubbling Jacuzzi are your ticket to relaxation and fun. Canoe Club fitness and pool facility hours of operation are from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day for Palmetto Bluff members.
Moreland Pools
Moreland Pools
With two fitness facilities in Moreland Village, Palmetto Bluff Club members, families, and guests enjoy abundant opportunities to stay active and well.
A dedicated strength-training room and a cardio room outfitted with Technogym equipment provide a full spectrum of exercise options. The cardio space also features spin bikes, indoor cycling classes, and a state-of-the-art fitness on-demand system, bringing a wide variety of private classes to your fingertips.
For swimmers, Moreland offers a zero-entry family pool alongside an adult lap pool with junior Olympic-size lanes. Seasonal food and beverage service makes poolside days as restorative as they are invigorating.
The Lodge
The Lodge
Overlooking the Lodge Pool and the Palmetto Bluff inland waterway, the Lodge Fitness Center offers Palmetto Bluff members a range of cardiovascular and strength-training equipment, as well as free weights in a private setting. Luxurious locker rooms also include shower facilities. The Lodge fitness and pool facility hours of operation are from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day for Palmetto Bluff members.
Healthy Body, Mind & Spirit
Revitalize, Southern Style
Discover a place where natural splendor touches the soul. Set alongside serene waterways and moss-laden oak trees, Spa Montage offers a sanctuary of relaxation, where Southern hospitality and natural elements lull you into peace of mind, body and heart.
Incorporating elements from the environment, Spa Montage draws inspiration from nature to create an indigenous wellness experience. Spa services include facial and skin therapies, body and massage treatments, hair and nail services, and partial or full-day spa packages.
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
Food & Wine
Home Grown
From weekly harvests to farmers markets and seasonal dinners, The Farm plays a central role in Palmetto Bluff’s culinary program. Story by Joanny Palsson | Photographs by Summer Pagatpatan Most mornings at Palmetto Bluff begin at sunrise, before the kitche...
Jul 2026
Real Estate
Inside 20 Butterweed Road: A New Moreland Forest Home Built for Lowcountry Living
Palmetto Bluff Real Estate: 20 Butterweed Road, Moreland Forest Moreland Forest sits a short walk or ride from Moreland Village and Crossroads, Palmetto Bluff’s nine-hole reversible course. Moreland Forest centers around an intricate trail system and an abun...
Jul 2026
Club Life
Behind the Bluff: A Conversation with an Anson Point Golf Pro
Palmetto Bluff Golf: A Pro’s View of Anson Point Anson Point doesn’t look as if it were man-made. The rolling dunes and sandy areas look as though they settled into the Lowcountry on their own, and the fairways follow the ground rather than fighting it. Thi...
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
Artist in Residence
From the Voice to the Bluff with Grace Miller Moody
Palmetto Bluff welcomed summer with an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling featuring June Artist in Residence, Grace Miller Moody. Guests gathered at the Moreland Amphitheater for an intimate performance that showcased not only the Florence, South ...
Jul 2026
Club Life
Leveling Up: Palmetto Bluff Club Opens New Fitness Center
Palmetto Bluff Club’s highly anticipated new Fitness Center is officially open, offering members an elevated wellness experience designed to support strength, longevity, performance, and healthy aging. Created in response to growing member demand, the new ...
Jun 2026
Conservation
Birding at the Bluff with Influencer and Artist Isaiah Scott
In May, the Palmetto Bluff Conservancy welcomed renowned birding influencer and artist Isaiah Scott (@ikesbirdinghikes) for a special birding experience at the Bluff. Joined by Science & Education Manager Aaron Palmieri, Isaiah led guests on a guided Birdi...
