Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Willet, Ring-billed Gull, and Forster's Tern among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Reddish Egret

Egretta rufescens

3/5/2026Auto selected 32.75983, -79.830351 observed

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

3/4/2026Fort Sumter National Monument (not for observations from ferry ride)1 observed

Bachman's Sparrow

Peucaea aestivalis

3/1/2026Conifer road near burned cane A2 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

2/21/20261595 Glen Erin Dr1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Willet

13/3/2026

Ring-billed Gull

63/3/2026

Forster's Tern

43/3/2026

Fish Crow

53/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw for birding?
The best months to visit Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw?
Notable species at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw include Willet, Ring-billed Gull, Forster's Tern, Fish Crow, Killdeer. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw?
Birding at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw?
Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.