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
Return to Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge

Hunting

At Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge

Hunters must have a signed hunt permit brochure on their person while hunting.

Bulls Island Archery Hunts: Two annual 6-day archery hunts are offered on Bulls Island, one in November and another in December. 

  • Only recurve and compound bows are allowed. 
  • Hunters must have the refuge hunt permit and all applicable SC state hunting licenses. Bulls Island is three miles off the mainland and transportation is by boat. 
  • Due to safety and logistics, hunters are allowed to camp in the picnic area on the island.

Rail hunts: Same as the state season. 

  • Hunting is not permitted on Sundays. 
  • Non-toxic shot is required
  • Hunters must be familiar with federal and state regulations.

 

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge Activities

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