Head Island Live Cam

Take a look at guests that may be taking off to enjoy a day on the lagoon

Hosted by:
  • Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort
  • 4 Queens Folly Road - Hilton Head Island
  • South Carolina 29928 - United States
  • (888) 909-9566
  • https://www.palmettodunes.com/

What You're Watching

This camera provides a live view of Head Island. Beaufort County History Beaufort County is a county located in the southernmost part of the state of South Carolina. It is named after the Duke of Beaufort, a title that has been held by members of the Somerset family since the 16th century. The county has a rich and complex history, spanning centuries of Native American occupation, European colonization, slavery, and the Civil Rights Movement. .

Best Times to Watch

Time / PeriodWhat to expect
Early mornings 6–9am localQuietest — best light on water; surfers and fishermen active
Midday (11am–2pm) in seasonPeak beach activity; clearest water visibility in sunlight
SunsetGolden light — often most visually dramatic period
Storm / approaching weatherCheck wave size and conditions before visiting

Quick Facts

History & Context

Beaufort County History Beaufort County is a county located in the southernmost part of the state of South Carolina. It is named after the Duke of Beaufort, a title that has been held by members of the Somerset family since the 16th century. The county has a rich and complex history, spanning centuries of Native American occupation, European colonization, slavery, and the Civil Rights Movement. The earliest known inhabitants of Beaufort County were the Yemassee people, a Native American tribe that lived along the coast of South Carolina and Georgia. The Yemassee were known for their skill in farming, fishing, and hunting, and their complex social organization.

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