Are dogs allowed on Bull Island?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Bull Island but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Bull Island?

No, Bull Island does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Bull Island?

Bull Island is rated moderate. It is 4.8 miles long with 407 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ModerateLoop

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge/South Carolina

Bull Island

Awendaw, South Carolina

4.8 mi

Distance

407 ft

Elev. Gain

1h 37m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Bull Island, more properly North Bull Island, 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, Raheny, Kilbarrack, and facing Sutton. The island, with a sandy beach known as Dollymount Strand running its entire length, is a relatively recent, and inadvertent, result of human intervention in the bay. The island lies within the jurisdiction of, and is mostly owned by, Dublin City Council, and is managed by the Council's Parks and Landscape Division.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:-1 ft

Max:11 ft

124 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

Managed by US Fish and Wildlife Service

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Source of truth

Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.