Dog Friendly Activities in Saint Helena Island, SC
There are 2 dog friendly activities in Saint Helena Island, and 34 more nearby. 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 Saint Helena Island.
Hunting Island State Park
Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Owners will be asked to remove noisy or dangerous pets or pets that threaten or harass wildlife. Pets are not allowed in or around lodging facilities.
Hunting Island is South Carolina’s single most popular state park, attracting more than a million visitors a year, as well as a vast array of land and marine wildlife. Five miles of pristine South Carolina beaches, thousands of acres of marsh and maritime forest, a saltwater lagoon, and ocean inlet are all part of the park’s natural allure.
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Fripp Island Beaches
Dogs are welcome on Fripp Island Beaches. Fripp Island is a barrier island off the coast of South Carolina, just down the road from Beaufort. The island itself is a wildlife sanctuary, with 3.5 miles of uncrowded beaches. As long as Fido is on a leash and all mess is cleaned up after them, dogs are allowed to join their owners for a walk on the sand.
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Burkes Beach
Burkes Beach in Hilton Head Island is dog-friendly before 10am and after 5pm from April 1st through late September. It's walking distance to the Chaplain Community Park, which includes the Best Friends Dog Park; if you don't like to walk, there are parking spaces in both areas. Parking is free at the Community Park, and metered at the beach access point.
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Captain Mark's Dolphin Cruise
Captain Mark's Dolphin Cruise in Hilton Head, SC, is a family-owned and operated tour company that welcomes your well-behaved, leashed pet to join the fun as you enjoy one of its many tour options. Cruises include a daytime dolphin watch, a sunset cruise and dolphin watch, and a crabbing adventure.
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Alder Lane Beach Access
The dog-friendly Alder Lane Beach in Hilton Head is a great, quiet getaway from the typical beach scene since its crowd size is much smaller than that of the surrounding area beaches. It's located off of South Forest Beach drive, next to the Marriott Grande Ocean Resort, and amenities include beach matting, restrooms, outdoor showers, 22 metered parking spaces, and seasonal lifeguards. Animals are permitted on the beach during the official beach season, April 1st through September 30th before 10 a.m. and after 5 p.m, or anytime in the off season. They must be on a leash or under positive voice control at all times. Owner's are also required to remove and properly dispose of the animal's excrement as well.
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Fish Haul Beach Park
Fish Haul Beach Park in Hilton Head Island, SC, is dog-friendly from October until March. During this season, Fido is welcome on the beach at any time if leashed or under voice control. From April to the Thursday before Memorial day, dogs must be leashed from 10am until 5pm, and under voice control at all other times. From the Friday before Memorial Day to Labor Day, Fido is not allowed on the beach between 10am & 5pm. Outside of these hours, dogs are permitted but must be under voice control. From the Tuesday after Labor Day until September, dogs must be leashed from 10am until 5pm, and under voice control at all other times. Please clean up all pet waste and do not allow pets to disturb or chase wildlife.
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Hilton Head Island Beaches
Dogs are allowed on Hilton Head beaches and must be on a leash between 10 am and 5 pm from April 1 through the Thursday before Memorial Day, and must be leashed between the hours of 10 am and 5 pm the Tuesday after Labor Day through September 30. Dogs must be on a leash or under positive voice control at all other times. Dogs must be leashed at all times on Fish Haul and Mitchelville beaches. Dogs not permitted between 10 am and 5 pm from the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day. Persons in control of animals on the beach are required to remove and properly dispose of the animal's excrement. Please note that the Beaufort County Sheriff's Department patrols the beaches and enforces all regulations. Violators of beach regulations are subject to fines up to $500 per each offense. Call (843) 341-4600 for more information.
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Vagabond Cruise
Your pup will love the chance to see dolphins aboard a Hilton Head Island Vagabond Cruise in the company of his favorite human. Well-behaved, small dogs (under 20 lbs) welcome on all dolphin cruises and the Savannah Day Cruise.
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Edisto Beach State Park
Pets are allowed in most outdoor areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash not longer than six feet. Owners will be asked to remove noisy or dangerous pets or pets that threaten or harass wildlife. Pets are not allowed in or around lodging facilities.
Edisto Beach State Park, located on a remote sea island rich in Native American history, was originally developed in the 1930's by the Civilian Conservation Corps. A variety of shells dot the 1.5-mile beach and some of the tallest palmetto trees in the state can be seen throughout the park and Edisto Island.
This 1,255-acre park includes a dense maritime forest and an expansive salt marsh where visitors can explore the wonders of nature. The park offers a day-use area for beach access and a four-mile nature trail that winds through the maritime forest with beautiful vistas overlooking the salt marsh.
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Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park
Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park is a scenic spot for a leisurely walk, afternoon picnic, or quiet reflection. With plenty of green space, playground equipment, outdoor dining, and shoreline walkways, there is something for everyone at this downtown destination. Leashed dogs are welcome as long as owners pick up after them.
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Outside Hilton Head
Outside Hilton Head is a dog-friendly outfitter in Hilton Head Island, SC. Fido is welcome to join you on a rented kayak and you can explore on your own or join a tour. Guided boat tours like the Ultimate Lowcountry Day, Private Beachcombing Cruise, and Private Dolphin Eco Tour are also favorite activities that Fido can enjoy with you.
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Chaplin Park Best Friends Dog Park
Chaplin Park Best Friends Dog Park is Hilton Head Island's largest park that includes tree covered benches and two water fountains in each of the fenced areas for small and large dogs.
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The Sands
The Sands Beach in Port Royal is pet-friendly. You and your pooch can drive almost directly onto the beach, ideal for accessibility. While you're exploring, check the floor for shark teeth and shells. There's a nice boardwalk and a tower, too. To preserve the cleanliness of the beach, make sure you clean up any mess that your pooch leaves behind.
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Edisto Beach
There’s nothing like going down to the beach, splashing in the waves, digging in the sand, and rolling on top of whatever has the most pungent scent. At least that’s how it is for dogs. Edisto Beach is a dog-friendly beach provided pet parents abide by the rules set forth in the town’s ordinancesThey do now allow pets off leash from Nov 1 to April 30. Pet parents should always make sure their dogs are in control if they are off a leash. It is also important to make sure you and your pets are familiar with the beach as there are significant drop-offs on either side of the groins lining the beach. Make sure you clean up any mess left behind.
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Coligny Beach Park
Coligny Beach Park is pet-friendly. Take a stroll with your pooch along landscaped walking and biking paths, chill on a swing and feel the sand under your feet and paws at this Hilton Head hangout. Dogs are welcome from Memorial Day through Labor Day until 10am and then after 5pm, as long as they are leashed and cleaned up after.
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The Sea Pines Forest Preserve
Take a hike with your pup through the dog-friendly Sea Pines Forest Preserve in The Sea Pines Resort community on Hilton Head Island. You and Fido can walk the trails and see a 4,000-year-old Indian Shell Ring, a rice field, wildflowers in abundance, a vanishing swamp, and gorgeous lakefront views. Just keep your dog on a leash at all times in the preserve, and make sure to clean up after him. There is a small fee per vehicle to enter The Sea Pines resort.
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Coligny True Value Hardware
An old time hardware and beach supply store on the south end of the island, we are pet friendly, we have doggie water outside everyday and doggie treats inside. Dogs are more than welcome to come inside and shop with their parents and enjoy the air conditioning.
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Audubon Newhall Preserve
The Audubon Newhall Preserve is a 50-acre tract of land with trails and a pond supporting alligators. Leashed dogs are allowed. During the spring and fall, interpretive walks are offered for a fee.
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Runaway Fishing Charters
If you're hoping to catch the big one during your trip to Hilton Head, you and your pup can join Captain Bill on a Runaway Charters fishing trip. Trips range from four to nine hours, and ice, bait, tackle, and licenses are provided. One well-behaved dog is welcome to join the humans on the trip.
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Over Yonder Charters
Bring Fido to join Captain Ryan Larson for a tour aboard a boat with your dog on Over Yonder Charters in Hilton Head Island. They offer customized day charters, dolphin and nature tours, vanishing island tours, and trips to Daufuskie Island. All tours and charters are pet-friendly but should there be an additional party onboard, their permission is required. Call or email prior to booking to let Ryan know that you would like to request a dog-friendly tour. Cash preferred; there is a 3% fee for credit card payments.
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Burton Wells Dog Park
Bring your best friend to Burton Wells Dog Park to splash and dash off-leash in Beaufort, SC. This popular dog park has two separate sections for small and large dogs to play safely, a watering hole at its center and paved trails surrounding the fenced space for a walk with your leashed dog afterwards.
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Park Plaza Cinema Hilton Head Island
Park Plaza Cinema is a dog-friendly movie theater in Hilton Head, SC. Well-behaved pups under 20 lbs are welcome to join their humans for a film on the big screen. Pets must remain in a carrier or on a leash and may either sit in your lap or on the floor, but not on furniture.
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Jarvis Creek Park
Jarvis Creek Park is a 53-acre dog-friendly park in Hilton Head Island, SC. The park features a large pond with a fishing pier and a 1-mile walking trail with fitness equipment. There are open fields for exploring, picnic shelters, a playground, and restrooms. Several walking paths traverse through the woods.
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Lincoln & South Brewing Company
Fido is welcome to accompany you to a table on the dog-friendly patio at Lincoln & South Brewing Company in Hilton Head Island, SC. Founded in 2020, this brewery was established with a vision to bring the authentic flavor and style of Vermont craft beer - a state known as the Napa Valley of beer - to the heart of Hilton Head Island. Stop in for a glass of Hearts and Arrows IPA, Beach City Pilsner, of Spice of Life Fruited Sour.
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