Can you drive on Pinckney Island?

Can you drive on Pinckney Island?

There is no vehicle access into the refuge, other than to the parking area about 1/4 mile from the entrance. From there, visitors must walk or bicycle only.

How long is Pinckney Island?

Pinckney Island Ride Trail is a 4.1 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Hilton Head Island, South Carolina that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.

Are there bathrooms on Pinckney Island?

The refuge is unstaffed and there are no public amenities such as restrooms, drinking water, or shelters for inclement weather.

Can you bike on Pinckney Island?

Pinckney Island NWR is open to the public seven days a week, during daylight hours only; no overnight use or camping is allowed. Studying, viewing, and photographing the island’s wildlife and scenery are popular activities throughout the year. Over 14 miles of trails are open to hiking and bicycling.

Is Pinckney Island free?

Entrance to the refuge is free of charge. For more information on Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge, visit the attraction’s website.

Are dogs allowed on Pinckney Island?

Dogs, cats, and other pets are not permitted on the refuge unless confined inside a vehicle. Picking or cutting vegetation is prohibited. All of the refuge’s archaeological and natural resources are protected. Antique and artifact hunting/collecting is not allowed.

Why was the National Wildlife Refuge founded?

Established by an executive order of President Theodore Roosevelt on March 14, 1903, Pelican Island was the first National wildlife refuge in the United States. It was created to protect egrets and other birds from extinction through plume hunting.

How big is Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge?

The 4,053-acre (16 km 2) refuge includes Pinckney Island, Corn Island, Big Harry and Little Harry Islands, Buzzard Island and numerous small hammocks. Pinckney is the largest of the islands and the only one open to public use. Nearly 67% of the refuge consists of salt marsh and tidal creeks.

Where is Pinckney Island in South Carolina located?

The Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge is a 4,053-acre (16 km2) National Wildlife Refuge located in Beaufort County, South Carolina between the mainland and Hilton Head Island.

Where can I find birds on Pinckney Island?

Find out what birds are currently being seen at the refuge using Cornell Lab of Ornithology’s eBird Trail Tracker. Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge is managed as part of the Savannah Coastal Refuges Complex.

What can you do at Pinckney Island NWR?

There are wildlife-dependent recreational opportunities offered year-round at Pinckney Island NWR including wildlife viewing, photography, hiking, bicycling, fishing, and hunting. Learn more about these opportunities at our Visitor Activities page.