Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge
5801 Highway 17 N, Awendaw, SC 29429
66,000 acres · 4 miles of trails
Wander the coastal trails of Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge near Awendaw, spanning barrier islands. Leashed dogs find shade, water, parking, and restrooms at the Sewee Visitor Center. Stick to designated paths to protect wildlife.
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- Park
- Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Awendaw, South Carolina
- Coordinates
- 33.0294, -79.6092
- Size
- 66,000 acres
- Trail miles
- 4
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.5 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 66,000 acres of room
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Dog policy
66,000-acre coastal refuge with barrier islands. Leashed dogs on Sewee Visitor Center trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
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