Pelicans in South Carolina in June
Yes, June is a good month to see pelicans in South Carolina. It is the 4th busiest month of the year, with 313 of the 3,175 sightings logged across the year (9.9%), based on verified iNaturalist records.
By Tim, founder of Easy Street Markets. I maintain the wildlife database and verify every animal and source myself. Updated July 2, 2026.
Good month for pelicans in South Carolina
9.9%
of yearly sightings
313
records in June
#4
busiest month of 12
3,175
verified records a year
May 9.4%, June 9.9%, July 6.7%. Busiest month is December at 11.6%.
3,175 verified observations of pelicans in South Carolina, recorded across 12 months of the year on iNaturalist.
When pelicans are recorded in South Carolina
Peak month
December
367 records (11.6% of the year)
| Month | Observations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| January | 311 | 9.8% |
| Februarypeak | 314 | 9.9% |
| Marchpeak | 334 | 10.5% |
| April | 263 | 8.3% |
| May | 297 | 9.4% |
| June | 313 | 9.9% |
| July | 212 | 6.7% |
| August | 205 | 6.5% |
| September | 131 | 4.1% |
| October | 167 | 5.3% |
| November | 261 | 8.2% |
| Decemberpeak | 367 | 11.6% |
Pelicans you are most likely to see
| Species | Verified observations |
|---|---|
| Brown Pelican | 2,808 |
| American White Pelican | 357 |
In South Carolina, June carries 9.9% of the year's pelicans sightings, about 1.6 points above an even month-to-month split. That makes it the 4th busiest of the twelve months, out of 12 months with recorded activity.
Activity holds steady between May and June, and it heads toward July (6.7%) after. The busiest month is December (11.6%), so if timing is flexible, that window is the safer bet.
The pelicans most often recorded in South Carolina are Brown Pelican and American White Pelican. Those counts are annual totals rather than a June split, so treat them as which species you are likely to encounter, while the month figures above show how many sightings fall in June itself.
Which pelicans you are most likely to see
- Brown Pelican2,808 records
- American White Pelican357 records
Plan your pelican trip in South Carolina
Start with live tours near Charles Pinckney National Historic Site, then compare a nearby stay and a broader wildlife backup before you lock in the trip.
GetYourGuide
Live tours nearbySee live tours near Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
Use the live GetYourGuide widget to compare local departures and activity styles close to the main pelican viewing area.
Booking.com
Stay nearbyStay near Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
Compare hotels, cabins and lodges close to the best pelican viewing area in South Carolina.
Viator
Broader backupBook a pelican tour in South Carolina
Compare guided wildlife tours, boat trips and nature experiences if you want a second travel network beyond the live widget.
Frequently asked questions
Can you see pelicans in South Carolina in June?+
Yes. June accounts for 313 of the 3,175 verified pelicans sightings logged in South Carolina across the year, which is 9.9% of the annual total.
Is June a good time to see pelicans in South Carolina?+
June is the 4th busiest month. It is workable, though December and March is the stronger window for a reliable sighting.
What month is best for pelicans in South Carolina?+
December is the single busiest month, with the broader peak running through December, March and February, based on 3,175 verified observations.
Which pelicans are you most likely to see in South Carolina?+
The most-recorded species in South Carolina are Brown Pelican and American White Pelican, based on all-time iNaturalist counts.
See pelicans in South Carolina in other months
More places to see pelicans
More wildlife in South Carolina