Bulls Island #7 in Best South Carolina Beaches The undeveloped, uninhabited Bulls Island feels far from civilization. Located in Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, this barrier island is dedicated entirely to nature, and its major draws include bird-watching and wildlife sightings, including dolphins and alligators.
Bulls Island's beaches are known more for their scenery than sunbathing, including the smooth North Beach and the otherworldly Boneyard Beach, which is dotted with downed trees. However, both offer gentle waters for wading. Just note, Bulls Island is only accessible by ferry boat from Garris Landing (about 25 miles northeast of Charleston), and schedules vary depending on the time of year.
Bird Life
An abundance of wildlife including deer, alligators, otters, bobcat and black fox squirrels call Bulls Island home, but the bird life is what Bulls Island is known for throughout the world. Over 293 species of birds have been recorded on the refuge with most being found on or near Bulls.