Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge

The 47,850-acre refuge contains rolling sand hills, pine forests, wetlands, streams, and man-made lakes across the Sandhills Physiographic Region of South Carolina.

The Federal government established the refuge in March 1939 by acquiring lands from sellers whose properties showed effects of intensive farming and forestry.

Scientists have documented more than 190 bird species, 42 mammal species, and over 1,000 plant varieties within the protected boundaries of this refuge.

Visitors can explore 140 miles of roads, fish in multiple lakes, observe wildlife from designated areas, and participate in seasonal turkey hunting through a lottery system.

The refuge maintains essential habitats for the red-cockaded woodpecker population and rare plant species including pitcher plants and Well's pixie-moss.

Location: South Carolina

Inception: 1939

Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/carolina_sandhills

GPS coordinates: 34.58350,-80.23310

Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:36