Mount Pleasant is very pet-friendly! Remember to leash pets at all times and leave nothing behind but pawprints.
Shem Creek Park
Take a relaxing stroll on the Shem Creek boardwalks with your pup! The boardwalks overlook marshes, tidal creeks, and the beautiful Charleston Harbor. You are more than likely to see wildlife such as fiddler crabs, birds, fish, and possibly dolphins looking for a tasty snack from the fishing boats! Many of the nearby restaurants are dog-friendly as well.
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Pitt Street Bridge Park
Pitt Street Bridge Park offers an amazing coastal experience for everyone, including your pups! Explore a land bridge lined with Palmetto trees with stunning views of the Charleston Harbor. As one of the best sunset destinations in Mount Pleasant, Pitt Street Bridge is also a great spot for a picnic!
Explore with your best friend. Learn more about Pitt Street Bridge!
Palmetto Islands County Park
Go island hopping, Mount Pleasant style! Mount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park is a nature-oriented, 943-acre park designed for family and group use. The park is built in a tropical setting, with bicycle paths, boardwalks, nature trails, and picnic sites with grills located throughout the park for your enjoyment.
Put your pet on island time. Learn more about Palmetto Islands!
Memorial Waterfront Park
Located at the base of the Cooper River Bridge, this park is known as the “Crown Jewel of Mount Pleasant”. There are several walking paths, benches, and open green lawns for you and your furbabies to enjoy. The park also features a gift shop with ice cream and wide panoramic views of the Cooper River. Note: The Mount Pleasant Pier near the park is not pet-friendly.
Find fun by the waterfront. Learn more about Waterfront Park!
Laurel Hill County Park
If you want to traverse through a variety of nature trails with your best friend, Laurel Hill County Park has you covered! Depending upon the trail you choose, you will make your way through woods, open meadows, marshland, boardwalks, and an alley of mature oak trees.
Learn more about Laurel Hill County Park here!
Pet-Friendly Shops and Restaurants
Mount Pleasant is a certified “Better City For Pets” by the Mars Pet Foundation, which means many of our shops and restaurants are pet-friendly. Always call ahead to confirm before visiting!
Explore pet-friendly restaurants and stores in Mount Pleasant! Want more to do? Check out our local walking trails for places to take your pooch.
