Refuge Regulations

All local, state and federal regulations apply on the refuge. General regulations include the following:

• The refuge is open during daylight hours only, from sunrise to sunset.
• Entering any area posted with area closed signs is prohibited.
• Camping is prohibited. Camping facilities are located nearby on the Francis Marion National Forest. Call the Sewee Center at (843) 928-3368.
• Fires are prohibited.
• Weapons are prohibited on refuge lands except during open hunting seasons and in open hunt areas.
• All natural, historical, and archaeological resources are protected. Artifact hunting is not allowed. The use or possession of metal detectors is prohibited.
• Shell collectors are allowed to take one small bag of unoccupied shells. Collection of shells for commercial purposes is prohibited.
• Destroying, defacing, damaging or removing any government structure, sign or marker is prohibited.
• Pets are not allowed on refuge islands or on the pier at Garris Landing.
• Bicycles are only allowed on the service roads on Bulls Island. Riding bicycles on the beach or on designated hiking trails is prohibited.
• Fishing from or into the service area docking facilities on Bulls Island is prohibited.