Dog Friendly Activities in Charleston, SC

There are 66 dog friendly activities in Charleston. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Charleston.

Pet Friendly James Island County Park
James Island County Park A visit to dog-friendly James Island County Park is a great way to spend an afternoon in Charleston, SC, with your pup. This park features a dog beach, four acres of open grassy space, a cleaning station, a fenced play area for small dogs and waste stations. A nominal fee is charged to enter the park. See Details
Pet Friendly Old Charleston Ghost Tours
Old Charleston Ghost Tours Bring Fido along on a dog-friendly Old Charleston Ghost Tour in Charleston, SC! This walking tour starts in Washington Park and lasts about 90 minutes. You and your pooch may even hear a story about a ghost dog that roams the streets of Charleston. See Details
Morris Island Morris Island is an undeveloped island at the mouth of Charleston Harbor that's only accessible by private boats. This dog-friendly area is a fantastic place for long, off-leash beach strolls, dolphin-watching and hunting for shells with Fido. Put on sunscreen and bring plenty of water for you and your pup. No boat? Check out Adventure Harbor Tours for information on tours. See Details
Magnolia Plantation & Gardens The pet-friendly Magnolia Plantation & Gardens in Charleston, SC, has beautiful gardens you can explore with Fido. Please note that dogs are not permitted on the tours or the tram. In addition to the garden, there are many dog-friendly nature trails on the property. See Details
Folly Beach Bring Fido to unwind in the sun at Folly Beach, one of Charleston, SC's more pet-friendly beaches. Dogs are allowed on the beach any time from October 1 to April 30. Between May 1 and September 30, dogs are not permitted on the beach from 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Dogs must be leashed at all times, no matter the time of year. See Details
The Best Charleston History Tour-10am 'The Best Charleston History Tour-10am' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Cooper. Take this walking tour with Fido and learn about the colorful history of the city. Hear about everything from modern-day Charleston to the history of slavery in the area, and see some beautiful sites along the way. Please ensure Fido is leashed. The experience lasts 2.5 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 10 and up. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age. Rates start at $39 per person. See Details
The Best Charleston History Tour-2pm 'The Best Charleston History Tour-2pm' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Cooper. Take this walking tour with Fido and learn about the colorful history of the city. Hear about everything from modern-day Charleston to the history of slavery in the area, and see some beautiful sites along the way. Please ensure Fido is leashed. The experience lasts 2.5 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 12 and up. Parents may also bring children under 2 years of age. If you have a child under 2 years old, please feel free to bring them with a stroller or backpack. Rates start at $39 per person. See Details
Brittlebank Park Located next to Joe Riley Stadium along the Ashley River in Charleston, Brittlebank Park features ample space and impressive views of the beautiful area. This dog-friendly area has a playground, fishing pier and boat dock. Dogs must be leashed at all times in the park. See Details
West Ashley Greenway The West Ashley Greenway is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Charleston! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the West Ashley Greenway. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
King Street King Street in Charleston, SC, is scattered with pet-friendly stores that will allow your well-behaved dog to come inside while you shop. Many businesses also leave water bowls outside their doors for parched pooches. Ensure you confirm pet policies before entering stores with Fido. See Details
Adventure Harbor Tours Adventure Harbor Tours offers a wide range of dog-friendly boat tours in Charleston, SC. Their excursions include a trip around Morris Island, a Charleston Harbor Cruise and Sunset Boat Cruises. Private charters are also available. Check their website for the current schedule. See Details
East Bay Dog Park East Bay Dog Park is located at the north end of Hazel Parker Playground in Charleston, SC. This large park has a secure double-gated entry and is an ideal spot to let Fido run and play safely. Features of the park include a water fountain, benches, shaded areas and pet waste stations. See Details
Charleston Water Taxi The dog-friendly Charleston Water Taxi provides ferry service for four different locations in Charleston, SC. See the beauty of Charleston from the water on your way to your next stop! Dolphins also often make an appearance. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome to accompany you on the water taxi. See Details
Charles Towne Landing The Charles Towne Landing is a dog-friendly, state historical site in Charleston, SC, where you and your family can learn about the oldest South Carolina Colony. Well-mannered pets are welcomed on a 6-foot leash. Please note that dogs are not permitted in the Animal Forest or the museum. See Details
Dog Park at Bees Landing Recreation Area Bees Landing Recreation Area features a dog park located behind the Rec Center on Ashley Point Rd in Charleston, SC. The park offers three separate fenced-in spaces to roam. There are dozens of shade trees and park benches. Doggies can explore, chase, catch a refreshing drink from the fountain, then repeat if necessary. See Details
Charleston Tea Garden Charleston Tea Garden is a working tea-growing property in Charleston, SC, on historic Wadmalaw Island. While all leashed dogs are welcome on the 127-acre pet-friendly grounds, only service dogs are permitted in the shop and on trolley tours. See Details
White Point Garden Leashed dogs are welcome at pet-friendly White Point Garden in Charleston, SC. Explore this beautiful waterfront park which has pretty pathways guiding visitors to several military statues. View the USS Hobson Memorial, Confederate Defenders of Charleston, William Moultrie Monument, and the 54th Massachussetts Infantry Memorial. See Details
Charleston Carriage Works Charleston Carriage Works offers dog-friendly, narrated tours of Charleston's residential historic district in covered, horse-drawn carriages. Tours load and depart approximately every 30 minutes from their stable at 20 Anson Street. Small dogs are welcome to join their humans on these tours and there is no charge provided they can sit on your lap. The price of a child's ticket will be charged for dogs not fitting these criteria. Please call ahead for reservations. See Details
Hampton Park Dog Run Bring your pet to play off-leash at the fenced-in Hampton Park Dog Run in Charleston, SC. The park features a water spigot, grass, trees for shade and benches. See Details
Strong Women of the South History Tour 'Strong Women of the South History Tour' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Larry. You and your pooch will take a guided walking tour of Charleston and explore it from the perspective of the founding mothers and women who contributed to the Great American Dream. Visit homes and sites of Women’s Rights Activists, Printers, Artisans, Madams, Shopkeepers, and Plantation owners while discovering their contributions and conundrums, all written over by modern history. The experience lasts 90 minutes to 2 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests ages 13 and up. Rates start at $35 per person. See Details
Charleston, SC, US