Charles Towne Landing

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
ForestWetland
Best Seasons
SpringFallWinter
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Charles Towne Landing is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 225 species recorded on eBird. This forest and wetland habitat attracts Canada Goose, Mallard, and Ring-necked Duck 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

Long-billed Curlew

Numenius americanus

3/5/2026Kiawah Island--Captain Sams Spit1 observed

Greater Scaup

Aythya marila

3/4/2026Charleston Battery4 observed

Burrowing Owl

Athene cunicularia

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

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

3/4/2026Caw Caw Interpretive Center1 observed

American Black Duck

Anas rubripes

3/3/2026Charles Towne Landing1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

23/4/2026

Mallard

23/4/2026

Ring-necked Duck

33/4/2026

Hooded Merganser

153/4/2026

Laughing Gull

23/4/2026

White Ibis

53/4/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/4/2026

Bald Eagle

13/4/2026

Carolina Chickadee

33/4/2026

Eastern Bluebird

43/4/2026

Cedar Waxwing

53/4/2026

Palm Warbler

43/4/2026

Northern Cardinal

103/4/2026

Mourning Dove

23/3/2026

Snowy Egret

13/3/2026

Great Egret

13/3/2026

Turkey Vulture

13/3/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/3/2026

Red-bellied Woodpecker

113/3/2026

Downy Woodpecker

23/3/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for vocalizations to locate canopy-dwelling warblers and vireos.

  2. 2

    Check forest edges and clearings for flycatchers and thrushes.

  3. 3

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Charles Towne Landing for birding?
The best months to visit Charles Towne Landing for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Charles Towne Landing?
Notable species at Charles Towne Landing include Canada Goose, Mallard, Ring-necked Duck, Hooded Merganser, Laughing Gull. The area supports forest, wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Charles Towne Landing?
Birding at Charles Towne Landing is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Charles Towne Landing?
Charles Towne Landing offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.