The Whooping Crane Conservancy is a 137-acre tract within Hilton Head Plantation, a private residential community at the north end of the Island. Much of the tract is beautiful freshwater wetlands that flood seasonally. The Conservancy is monitored and protected by the Hilton Head Island Land Trust, which maintains a raised boardwalk with interpretive information. The boardwalk provides great views of the wetland forest, wading birds, and seasonal plants like the Blue Flag Iris. Whistling Ducks have recently become regular visitors, joining the Herons, Wood Ducks, Ibises, and Egrets. Access is open to HHP owners and guests, as well as Land Trust members.

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