Dog Friendly Activities in Charleston, SC

There are 67 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 Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
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
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
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
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
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
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
Charleston Waterfront Park Charleston Waterfront Park is dog friendly and attracts many visitors who come to admire the impressive multi-tiered Pineapple Fountain. Dozens of benches are stationed within the park, both along the river and in the well-tended green spaces just offshore. Tall palmetto trees create a slightly shaded barrier just yards away from the water's edge. Dogs must remain leashed during your visit. See Details
Bulldog Tours Bulldog Tours is a sightseeing agency in Charleston, SC offering a variety of dog-friendly tours around historic spots, beautiful buildings, and hidden treasures. Leashed dogs are welcome to join in some of the outdoor tours, as long as they are well-behaved and don't disrupt the enjoyment for the rest of the group. Check their website for an updated tour schedule. 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
Exclusive Fishing Charter Exclusive Fishing Charter offers dog-friendly fishing and sunset tours in Charleston, SC. They specialize in year-round catching both native inshore and nearshore species. Every skill level and age is welcome. They guarantee that they will put you in the right place, at the right time, doing the right thing and using the right bait! See Details
Palmetto Carriage Works Tour Charleston, SC, from a beautiful horse-drawn carriage courtesy of a dog-friendly experience by Palmetto Carriage Works. Well-behaved, quiet dogs are welcome to join their humans on narrated carriage tours. 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
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
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
Colonial Lake Park Dog-friendly Colonial Lake Park is a historic neighborhood park in the peninsula of Charleston, SC. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you along the paved pathway which surrounds Colonial Lake, and there are plenty of benches and open grassy areas as well. See Details
Coastal Expeditions Coastal Expeditions is a canoe and kayak rental company in Charleston, SC. While their guided tours aren't dog friendly, you can rent a kayak and take Fido out on your own to explore. Life jackets will not be provided for your pet, but it is strongly recommended to have one. See Details
Ghost City Tours Whether you prefer a family-friendly excursion or a late-night adult-only tour, Ghost City Tours has the tour for you. Dog-friendly tours around Charleston, SC include The Ghosts of Liberty Tour and On Death And Depravity: The Tour. Times and departure locations may vary, but tours take approximately 90 minutes and operate seven nights a week. See Details
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