can you take a private boat to bulls island

Can you take your own boat to Bulls Island?

Bulls Island, also known as Bull Island, is part of the 66,000+ acre Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge. It's the biggest island in the wildlife refuge. At 4900 acres, it's roughly 7.5 square miles. And you can only get there by boat.

Do people live on Bull Island SC?

The six-and-a-half mile uninhabited island remains virtually untouched and is home to countless wildlife and endangered species. In fact, Bulls has a world-renowned reputation for its bird life.

Can you kayak to Bull Island?

Bulls Island is a popular wildlife-viewing and beach-going destination known for its quiet coastline, forested trails, and abundance of birds and alligators. The easiest way to get there is via ferry, but kayaking is more fun (and free) for those with the ability.

Can you fish on Bulls Island?

Bulls Island beach at sunset. Whether you're the occasional weekend caster or an avid sportsman searching for a prime fishing spot, you can't do much better than the tidal creeks, salt marshes and surf surrounding Capers and Bulls Islands in autumn.

Are there alligators on Bull Island?

South Carolina has the second densest population of American alligators on a remote barrier island just 40-minutes from downtown Charleston, Bulls Island. We're lucky enough to have access to seeing this wildlife success story thanks to Coastal Expeditions and their new “Bulls Island Alligator Walk” tours!

Are there bathrooms on Bull Island?

On either tour, you will also have a chance to stop into 60 Wall Street Atrium, which is an indoor plaza. Restrooms can be found inside there.

How do I get to Bulls Island?

The Bulls Island Ferry runs year-round, taking passengers to Bulls Island from Garris Landing in Awendaw. Following a 30-minute ecotour through Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, the Ferry docks at Bulls Island and passengers depart to explore the island on their own.

Can you camp on Bulls Island SC?

Note: Pets and camping are not allowed on Bulls Island.

Can you drive to Boneyard beach SC?

"The Boneyard" is on Bulls Island north of Charleston. To get there drive north of Charleston on Hwy 17, through Mount Pleasant and Awendaw. You will see the signs for Garris Landing. That's how you get to the FERRY that will take you to Bulls Island.

Can you drive onto Bull Island?

Bull Island is located between Dublin and Howth. There is no longer drive-on access to the beach. The island can be accessed by cars either via the Bull Bridge (aka Wooden Bridge) or the causeway. Parking is permitted on the causeway but on the beach parking is now restricted to a small area adjacent to the Bull Wall.

How long is Bull Island?

5 kmBull Island is man-made. It was created 200 years ago when the North Bull Wall was constructed. It continues to grow seaward, a rare natural occurrence in Ireland. It is now 5 km in length and 1 km wide; and covers an area nearly 15 km² in size, including both land and seashore.

Where is Bull Island located?

Bull Island (Irish: Oileán an Tairbh), more properly North Bull Island (Irish: Oileán an Tairbh Thuaidh), is an island located in Dublin Bay in Ireland, about 5 km long and 800 m wide, lying roughly parallel to the shore off Clontarf (including Dollymount), Raheny, Kilbarrack, and facing Sutton.

Who owns Bull Island South Carolina?

It is owned and operated by the ferry concessionaire Coastal Expedition. The ferry winds 6.5 miles around mudflats and through waters rich with bottlenose dolphins.

Can you camp on Bulls Island SC?

Note: Pets and camping are not allowed on Bulls Island.

Can you swim at Bull Island?

Bull Island Bull Island caters for all - it's a good option for nervous swimmers as the water isn't too deep and more adventurous swimmers can take part in kitesurfing or windsurfing.

How do you get to Bull Island SC?

The Bulls Island Ferry runs year-round, taking passengers to Bulls Island from Garris Landing in Awendaw. Following a 30-minute ecotour through Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, the Ferry docks at Bulls Island and passengers depart to explore the island on their own.