Trail βœ“ Verified Oct 2026

College of Charleston campus

About this place

The historic downtown campus of the College of Charleston, with the Cistern Yard at its heart. It's open to visitors, and leashed dogs can stroll the grounds, though not inside any building.

Dogs here

Rule
Pets are permitted on campus grounds, not inside any college building. City leash law applies. Handlers clean up waste immediately. The college may ban any pet.
Managed by
College of Charleston
Good to know
Open to visitors and the public under the same policy. Campus security may ask visitors who don't follow it to leave.
Limits
  • No pets inside college buildings
  • Clean up immediately

Official source: College of Charleston Policy 6.1.3, Pets on Campus (opened 2026-10-30; last reviewed 10/14/2020, published 1/15/2026)

Pair it with

🩺 Nearest 24/7 vet: Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) (West Ashley) →πŸ—ΊοΈ Part of A Dog-Friendly Day in Downtown Charleston →