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Birding Near Charleston, SC

23 birding locations within 50 miles

South Carolina · United States

23

Locations

61+

Species

4

Habitats

4

Peak Seasons

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Birding Locations Near Charleston

Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

2.0 mi away

Moderate

Patriot's Point - nature trail and surrounding areas

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 272 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Urban Park birding habitat

South Carolina

3.0 mi away

Easy

Magnolia Cemetery

Urban Park birding hotspot in South Carolina with 202 recorded species.

Urban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

4.0 mi away

Moderate

Charles Towne Landing

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 225 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

4.5 mi away

Easy

James Island County Park

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 217 recorded species.

CoastalUrban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

4.5 mi away

Moderate

Fort Moultrie National Monument

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 281 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

5.9 mi away

Challenging

Sullivan's Island

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 216 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

6.8 mi away

Moderate

Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 269 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

9.3 mi away

Easy

Folly Beach County Park

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 219 recorded species.

CoastalUrban ParkSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

10.5 mi away

Moderate

Wild Dunes

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 201 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

11.3 mi away

Easy

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 262 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

12.2 mi away

Challenging

East Kiawah Island

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 277 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

13.1 mi away

Challenging

Dewees Island

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 241 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
a large alligator laying on top of a lush green forest

South Carolina

15.5 mi away

Moderate

Caw Caw Interpretive Center

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 249 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

16.1 mi away

Moderate

The Avian Conservation Center

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 208 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

South Carolina

19.5 mi away

Moderate

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw

Wetland birding hotspot in South Carolina with 224 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Forest birding habitat

South Carolina

20.5 mi away

Moderate

Saint Christopher Camp and Conference Center

Forest birding hotspot in South Carolina with 228 recorded species.

ForestWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

20.6 mi away

Challenging

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Bulls Island

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 283 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

24.4 mi away

Moderate

Botany Bay Plantation Wildlife Management Area

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 260 recorded species.

CoastalWetlandSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

South Carolina

27.2 mi away

Moderate

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge

Wetland birding hotspot in South Carolina with 233 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

28.7 mi away

Easy

Edisto Beach State Park

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 234 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Boardwalk through ancient bald cypress swamp at Francis Beidler Forest

South Carolina

38.5 mi away

Easy

Francis Beidler Forest

World's largest virgin bald cypress swamp with elevated boardwalk access.

WetlandForestSpringSummer
Coastal birding habitat

South Carolina

41.4 mi away

Easy

Hunting Island State Park

Coastal birding hotspot in South Carolina with 257 recorded species.

CoastalSpringFall
Wetland birding habitat

South Carolina

46.2 mi away

Moderate

ACE Basin National Wildlife Refuge - Combahee Unit

Wetland birding hotspot in South Carolina with 218 recorded species.

WetlandSpringFall

Top Species Near Charleston

Notable birds found at locations within 50 miles:

Laughing GullRing-billed GullDouble-crested CormorantTricolored HeronBrown PelicanHooded MerganserMourning DoveWhite IbisBlack-crowned Night HeronCanada GooseMallardRing-necked DuckOspreyDowny WoodpeckerCarolina ChickadeeEastern BluebirdAmerican RobinRed-breasted MerganserKilldeerAmerican Herring GullCommon LoonSong SparrowBlack-bellied PloverPiping PloverShort-billed Dowitcher+36 more

Habitats & Seasons

Habitat Types:

Wetland14 locations
Coastal10 locations
Forest9 locations
Urban Park3 locations

Best Seasons:

Spring23 locations
Summer1 location
Fall22 locations
Winter22 locations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best birding spots near Charleston, SC?▼
Top birding locations within 50 miles of Charleston include Patriot's Point - nature trail and surrounding areas, Magnolia Cemetery, Charles Towne Landing, James Island County Park, Fort Moultrie National Monument. These spots offer forest, wetland, urban park habitats.
What birds can I see near Charleston?▼
Birders near Charleston can spot species including Laughing Gull, Ring-billed Gull, Double-crested Cormorant, Tricolored Heron, Brown Pelican, Hooded Merganser, Mourning Dove, White Ibis. The area's 4 habitat types support diverse birdlife year-round.
When is the best time for birding near Charleston?▼
The best seasons for birding near Charleston are Spring and Summer and Fall and Winter. Spring migration is particularly rewarding. Fall brings migrating raptors and songbirds.
How many birding locations are near Charleston?▼
There are 23 documented birding locations within 50 miles of Charleston, SC, ranging from 2.0 to 46.2 miles from the city center.

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