caw caw interpretive center

TreadingGrain

Having driven by Caw Caw many times I finally decided to stop by and check it out. I went on a Saturday morning for one of their guided bird watching walks and was amazed by the beauty of the property - a picturesque "lowcountry" landscape - and the abundance of wildlife. The highlight was spotting a skylined bald eagle sitting majestically on a snag. As others have noted there are rice field trails, swamp trails (on an elevated boardwalk) and woodland trails. At $1.00 per person to enter, this is a perfect place to find some peace of mind, to enjoy the outdoors/wildlife, or to get away with a friend or family.

ChiWeather

Took my wife here because I heard it was a great spot for bird photography. The weather the day we visited was not ideal. Overcast with a few showery spells. Undaunted, we toured the property anyway and I'm sure this location offers some wonderful wildlife viewing. We saw Eastern Phoebe, Tufted Titmouse, B&W and Yellow-Rumped Warbler, Ruby-Crowned Kinglet while there in early December. The gentleman at the visitor center was most helpful in suggestion paths which might be best for my photographic wishes. Ultimately-my best shots were taken under the roof of the visitor center in the rain where the smaller birds were congregating in nearby trees!

OK2BU2

The Caw Caw Interpretive Center is a perfect place to spend the afternoon. With miles of rice field trails, forest loop trails, swamp sanctuary trails, it fits the bill for every level of visitor. The Caw Caw Nature and History center is a must stop for every outdoor enthusiast.

lbgrjg

Just a little south of Charleston along Highway 17 is a totally different view of history and a refreshing back to nature view of the area. A County Park thankfully has preserved an area that everywhere else is being swallowed up by condos. A haven for wildlife that is so abundant here. Wide trails, important to be able to see where and what you are walking through, make this a great place to walk. Visitor center was interesting and such a friendly staff too! Even good restrooms.

JGnGuys

There are 6 miles of well maintained trails that can be walked easily or run, if you are so inclined. There are marsh trails and forest trails and swamp trails. Insect repellent recommended!! Saw many alligators, birds and lovely foliage. Admission is $1.00.

beachbirder

An interpretive education center combined with nature trails. No better way to experience the Low Country near Charleston, SC than walking the trails that take you from hardwood forests, to bottom lands to rice fields to a maritime forest. Lots of birds and wild life. Trails well marked with plenty of information about the different habitats. Great for kids, families and anyone who enjoys the great outdoors.ill be going back!

214davidc

About an hour's drive from where we were staying but well worth it. The admission price is just $1 per person for which you get to walk around the former plantation and surrounding swamp. We saw plenty of bird life and snakes but no alligators today. The staff, who were ultra-friendly and helpful, suggested it may have even been too hot for the gators to sun themselves today and they may be keeping cool beneath the water. A fantastic day out.

MarkLIttlewood

True gem of a nature park. Flora and fauna abound. Great explanation of the rice industry and plantation structures built around that business.

TomTrel

This is a county park that has a swamp that you walk through via a boardwalk, birds and other native animals (even a few alligators), rice fields (with an explanation of how they worked), and wide open spaces away from the tourist heavy attractions. Low key and informative this is a worth while stop in your visit to Charleston. The walk is flat, wear good walking shoes and in the spring spray your legs for the bugs. Oh, the fee is $1 per person (free with a county parks pass).

wendyk669

We too an early morning stroll through the South Carolina swamp and saw lots and lots of birds! Our guide for the tour, Krista, was so knowledgable that she made the tour the best! She could identify the bird species from just a glimpse. We borrowed binoculars from the center and they greatly helped so don't forget to ask for them. Don't miss the Caw Caw Center tour. It's great for all ages.

887RobinG

We found the Caw Caw Interpretive Center fascinating. The boardwalk through the swamp, the tea forest, the Painted Buntings-- all of it pristine and rich with history. It is also a great place for a picnic.

CathyFitz2451

You could spend a day here if you don't mind walking. There are several trails (Rice Fields, Marshland, Waterfront to name a few), and if you look over the map and plan, some of the trails will overlap, so you can cut down on the walking if you choose. Very nice outing.

251CB

It only costs $1 to experience Caw Caw! There are several different environments you can experience such as marsh lands and rice fields. My mom likes to take photos of birds and this place had plenty. We even saw an alligator!

bwanaalan

This centre was recommended by friends in Charleston as somewhere to get to know the history, both natural and man-made, of the South Carolina Low Country.The story of past rice and tea cultivation is well told in the visitor centre. For me the chief glory of the place is the variety of habitats, from open waters to swamp to relative uplands, and the edges between that encourage a variety of wildlife. You can explore these on miles of well-kept and signed trails. The knowledgeable staff will happily help to confirm your bird identifications (or put you right – I had forgotten how different are the British and American robins). The unexpected luxury of a rocking chair on one of the boardwalks, where I spent some time just listening to the bird song, was a real bonus.Don’t miss it!

rivtuck

This park is part of the Charleston County Parks and one of my favorite places that I visit numerous times each year. It provides a great escape from civilization where you can enjoy Lowcountry nature. Each season has different offerings. Yesterday, Mississippi Kites soared overhead and baby Ospreys were preparing to fledge. Year round, alligators can be seen basking along the banks and egrets and herons are prevalent in the rice fields. The trails through the park wander through a variety of landscapes: old rice fields, a cypress swamp, and woodlands. The photo included here was taken in February of this year.