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Discover Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge

Experience the natural beauty of South Carolina’s coast at Cape Romain. Watch the sunrise at Boneyard Beach, fish from the Garris Landing pier or hike along one of the two trails located on Bulls Island.

Discover Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge

Experience the natural beauty of South Carolina’s coast at Cape Romain. Watch the sunrise at Boneyard Beach, fish from the Garris Landing pier or hike along one of the two trails located on Bulls Island.

Sunset at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge

Observe wildlife in its natural environment at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge

This 66,306-acre refuge encompasses a 22-mile segment of the Atlantic coast and is made up of salt marsh estuaries, brackish wetlands, maritime forests and barrier island beaches. Home to nearly 300 species of birds and more than 20 types of reptiles, Cape Romain is the perfect destination for nature and animal lovers alike.

Discover Cape Romain

Explore the wildest corners of the South Carolina coast on a guided sea kayak tour of Cape Romain. Wind through the salt water estuary from the mainland to Bulls Island, and watch as dolphins dive alongside your route.

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Take a Once-In-A-Lifetime Expedition to the Beautiful Bulls Island

Spend three days exploring remote Bulls Island, locates 20 miles outside of Charleston. Guests can stay in the historic Dominick House for a weekend spent enjoying the natural riches of the Lowcountry’s coastal ecosystem.

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Bulls Island: Where the beautiful and wild things are

If you are looking for a unique nature and beach experience, Bulls Island is the perfect destination. With miles of untouched beaches and hundreds of species of birds, it is a true nature lover’s paradise.

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See Historic Cape Romain Lighthouses at Seewee Center

Witness a wide array of birds and marine life on the six-mile boat ride to the Cape Romain Islands. Located just off the coast of McClellanville, these historic lighthouses were built in the early to mid 19th century.

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Visit the Sewee Center in Awendaw

One of the best places to learn about the rich heritage and natural history of the Lowcountry is at the Sewee Visitor and Environmental Education Center in Awendaw. The center offers interactive exhibits and even has a live endangered red wolves viewing area.

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Take a Kayak Tour to Capers Island

Located just 15 miles north of Charleston, near the fishing village of Awendaw, Capers Island is a prime example of the unique ecosystem that defines the Lowcountry landscape.

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