Wetland birding habitat

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw

South Carolina · Southeast

Habitat
Wetland
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-April

About This Location

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw is a productive birding destination in South Carolina, with 224 species recorded on eBird. This wetland habitat attracts Willet, Ring-billed Gull, and Forster's Tern among many others. Mild winters attract waterfowl and sparrows, while spring and fall migration bring neotropical songbirds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Magnificent Frigatebird

Fregata magnificens

5/27/2026Pitt Street Causeway2 observed

Common Eider

Somateria mollissima

5/19/2026Auto selected 32.70858, -79.780591 observed

Blue-headed Vireo

Vireo solitarius

5/18/2026I'On Swamp trail1 observed

Cedar Waxwing

Bombycilla cedrorum

5/16/2026Sullivan's Island Nature Trail2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Laughing Gull

65/27/2026

Forster's Tern

15/27/2026

Great Egret

15/27/2026

Turkey Vulture

25/27/2026

Barn Swallow

35/27/2026

Carolina Wren

15/27/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

15/27/2026

Semipalmated Plover

15/22/2026

Hudsonian Whimbrel

15/22/2026

Short-billed Dowitcher

15/22/2026

Snowy Egret

25/22/2026

Great Blue Heron

15/22/2026

Brown Pelican

65/22/2026

Great Crested Flycatcher

15/22/2026

White-eyed Vireo

15/22/2026

Blue Jay

15/22/2026

Fish Crow

25/22/2026

Tufted Titmouse

15/22/2026

Boat-tailed Grackle

55/22/2026

Summer Tanager

15/22/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Bring waterproof boots for marsh trails and muddy edges.

  2. 2

    Scan the edges of open water for herons, egrets, and rails at dawn.

  3. 3

    Check for wintering sparrows in brushy edges from November through February.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw for birding?
The best months to visit Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw for birding are October-April. The best seasons are Spring and Fall and Winter.
What birds can I see at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw?
Notable species at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw include Willet, Ring-billed Gull, Forster's Tern, Fish Crow, Killdeer. The area supports wetland habitats.
How difficult is birding at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw?
Birding at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw?
Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge - Garris Landing, Awendaw offers the following amenities: Parking, Restrooms, Trails, Auto Tour Route.