Dog-friendly business guide for Charleston

Round of a-paws, please. From spending a beach day with your pup to playing fetch at the county park, it makes sense that Charleston is filled with a plethora of places eager to welcome you and your furry friend.

Whether you’re looking for places to take your drinking paw-tner or places they can tag along when dining out, bone appétit. Get ready to dig into this guide for dog-friendly spots around the 843.

Pro tip: You can use BringFido to find more dog-friendly restaurants, pet-friendly hotels, and events, too.

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🐾 Breweries

• Hobcaw Brewing Company | Dogs are welcome outside and in the warehouse space at this brewery in Mount Pleasant — be sure to have your furry friend on a leash.
• Estuary Beans & Barley | Bring your well-behaved pup on a leash and enjoy food, coffee, beer, and wine — plus explore the fun events every week at this Johns Island spot.
• Edmund’s Oast Brewing Co. | You and your furry friend can hang out in the outdoor seating areas of this downtown brewery while you sip on flights, pints, and pitchers.
• Frothy Beard Brewing Company | With 30+ rotating taps and weekly events, Frothy is a great place to bring your four-legged friend to chill out on the patio.
  

  

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🐾 Restaurants

• Poogan’s Porch | Named after a neighborhood pup who loved this local spot, Poogan’s welcomes dogs to dine with their owners on the porch.
• Lost Dog Cafe | Chill on the patio with your dog at this breakfast and lunch spot on Folly Beach. The cafe’s name was inspired by a dog named Hocus, who liked to go on adventures.
• Container Bar | Bring your pup while you grab a bite to eat, you’ll both enjoy the large outside patio.
• Chico Feo | Eat tacos, drink cocktails, listen to live music, and sit at a picnic table with your four-legged friend at this eatery by the beach.
• Berkeley’s Sandwiches + Suppers | Enjoy salads + sandwiches on the patio with your pup.
• Taco Boy | Your dog is sure to make a few friends on the pet-friendly outdoor patio while you enjoy a margarita — don’t forget to have your pup on a leash.

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🐾 Beaches

• Morris Island | Accessible only by boat, this island allows off-leash pups to play. If you don’t have a boat, Adventure Harbor Tours offers a dog-friendly island tour.
• Isle of Palms Beach | Dogs can be off-leash April 1-Sept. 14 from 5-9 a.m. and Sept. 15-March 31 before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. Pups must be leashed at all other times.
• Folly Beach | Dogs are not allowed on the beach from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from May 1 to Sept. 30 — at all other times they must be leashed.
  Sullivan’s Island | Summer dogs can play from May 1 to September 30 from 5 to 10 a.m. off leash and 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. on leash. In the off-season (October 1 to April 30), pets can be off-leash from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. and on-leash from 12 p.m. to 5 a.m.
• Kiawah Beachwalker Park | Dogs must be leashed at all times at this park on the west end of Kiawah Island, featuring beach access, a boardwalk, and a river view.

Check out license and permit details, and a friendly reminder for all beaches: Clean up after your pooch.

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🐾 Hotels

• The Charleston Place | Dogs of all sizes are welcome at this downtown hotel, and pet sitters are available through the concierge — tell the reservations team if you’d like to bring your four-legged friend.
• John Rutledge House Inn | Book accommodations for you and your furry friend for an additional daily fee by contacting the concierge directly to reserve a dog-friendly room.
• Wentworth Mansion | Spoil your pup with the two-night Wentworth Mansion Dog Package, including accommodations, welcome treats, a $40 gift card to 60 Bull Cafe, and a $30 gift card to Woof Gang Bakery.

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🐾 Parks

• The Dog Park at James Island County Park | The off-leash dog park at this county park features separate fenced-in sections for large and small dogs, dog washing areas, and a lake.
• The Dog Park at Palmetto Islands County Park | Let your pup run around this off-leash dog park at Palmetto Islands County Park and then cool off in the shaded area.
• The Dog Park at Wannamaker County Park | Your dog can get some exercise off-leash in the fenced-in area and then splash around at the spray fountain.
• The Dog Park at Johns Island County Park | This off-leash dog park features a dog washing area, water fountains, and an off-leash area for your pups to exercise and socialize.
• Hampton Park Dog Run | Head to Hampton Park Dog Run with your four-legged friend to play in a fenced-in area and enjoy a mix of sun and shade.

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🐾 Trails

• West Ashley Greenway | The West Ashley Greenway is an out-and-back rail trail with water views that’s great for walking your dog.
• Laurel Hill County Park Trail | Follow a five-mile dirt path with your furry friend on a leash through Laurel Hill County Park.
• Charles Towne Nature Trail | This one-mile trail at Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site offers scenic views of the Ashley River.
• Pitt Street Bridge | Enjoy waterfront scenery and the sunset on this bridge with your four-legged friend.
• Stono River County Park | Stroll 1.5 miles with your dog on a leash and be treated to river views at this county park.

🐾Outfit your dog

Now that you know where you’re taking your furry friend, don’t forget to shop for the best dog accessories and supplies to make your adventure a success.

• Collars + leashes | Give your dog a trendy makeover while keeping them comfy and safe on all your walks and adventures.
• Major Darling dog shampoo bar | After a long day of exploring, wash your pup with this bar for a fresh and outdoorsy-clean smell.
• Waste bag holders | Don’t forget this trusty sidekick, keeping things clean and hassle-free when your fur baby needs to go.
• Portable dog water bottle | A foldable water dispenser so you can keep your pup hydrated anywhere.
• Dog seat belt | Keep your dog safe and secure while driving around town with a seat belt that hooks into their collar.
• Collapsible food bowls with lids | Bring snacks or food for dogs in convenient collapsible bowls.
• Plant-based dog wipes | Keep a pack of these in your car for emergency grooming sessions.
• Doggy Do Good waste bags | Stock up on our favorite brand of compostable waste bags.