Our family is definitely more beach life than snow and ski these days, and we’re always looking for great beaches within a six-hour drive from Atlanta. Hilton Head has become our go-to spot—its convenience is hard to beat! We spent Memorial Day weekend there and have some updates from our last visit, along with details on other nearby beaches worth checking out. Best Beaches Close to Atlanta If you’re looking for a beach you can actually drive to from Atlanta, you have more options than you might think. Tybee Island, Hilton Head, Jekyll Island, St. Simons, Destin, 30A and several South Carolina beaches are all within about six hours. For…