Dog-Friendly Things To Do
Do something together
On the water & out in town
Dolphin cruises, kayak rentals, the Daufuskie ferry, a carriage through Charleston. The days out that will take the dog as well as you. 2 where they are welcome.
Bluffton
Captain Mark’s Dolphin Cruise
Dogs welcome
Family-run and openly dog-friendly: a well-behaved dog on a lead is welcome on the daytime dolphin watch, the sunset cruise and the crabbing trip.
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Daufuskie Island
Daufuskie Island Ferry
Dogs welcome
The public ferry carries pets, and Daufuskie is about as dog-friendly as this coast gets once you land — all three restaurants have outdoor seating that welcomes them, and the island runs on golf carts rather than traffic. Leashed or under voice command.
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Mount Pleasant
Carolina Polo and Carriage Co.
Partly
Lap dogs and service dogs ride the carriage; a labrador will not qualify. Ring ahead if yours is borderline rather than turning up hopeful at City Market.
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Isle of Palms
Charleston Kayak
Partly
Dogs under 50lb on the rentals, but not on the guided tours — the distinction that catches everyone out. Bring a towel to protect the boat, and a life jacket for the dog if you are unsure how it will take to the water.
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Beaufort
Coastal Expeditions at Downtown Beaufort
Partly
Same rule as the rest of Coastal Expeditions: rentals yes, guided tours no. The Beaufort river front is the gentler paddle of the two.
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Beaufort
Coastal Expeditions at St. Helena Island
Partly
The guided trips are not dog trips, but you can rent a kayak and take the dog out yourself. No pet life jackets provided, so bring one.
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Policies change and the host on the day has the final say. Call ahead if the trip depends on it.