Angler stands in a boat in the estuary and holds large spottail bass he caught.

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Fishing

At Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge

All fishing activities are allowed in accordance with state regulations.

Estuarine waters around Cape Romain NWR are considered to be among the best inshore saltwater fishing locations in the state.

Fish the saltwater bays and creeks found within the refuge and surf-fish off of the beaches, catching spottail bass, spotted seatrout, flounder, sheepshead and black drum year-round. You can also fish on the Garris Landing pier.

Fishing inside Bulls Island impoundments is prohibited.

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge Activities

Young archer kneels on the ground with the six-point buck he harvested on Bulls Island. The morning sun shines brightly on the trees behind the hunter

Hunting

Birdwatcher stands on the beach using his spotting scope, sighting a large group of birds down the beach.

Birding

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge

5801 Highway 17 North
Awendaw, SC 29429-5908

(843) 928-3264

caperomain@fws.gov

Refuge Headquarters: 5801 Highway 17 North, Awendaw, SC 29429-5908.

Sewee Visitor and Environmental Education Center: 5821 Hwy 17 North, Awendaw, SC 29429.