# 5 - Dennis's Pasture
Rated: Easy
4 - 6 miles, round-trip
Dennis's Pasture, also know as the "Cow Pasture,"
comprises of the area between The Jungle and
Bonneau Beach. It consists of numerous small
islands and open bays of varying depths and vegetation.
It's unique because the density of islands and cypress
groves offer good wind protection. You can easily spend
a full day of paddling the various bays, way ditch and canal.
Difficulty: Easy.
Distance: 4 - 6 miles, round-trip, opportunity for a lot more exploration.
Time: 2 - 3 hours, but take your time to discover everything this paddle has to offer.
Crowds: Moderate. This paddle can be popular with anglers.
Put In / Take Out: Hines Drive Bonneau Beach Landing, At corner of Hines Lane & Driftwood Drive, Bonneau, SC 29431. GPS: 33.332530, -79.982775 or 33°19’57.1”N, 79°58’58.0”W. PHOTO of BOAT RAMP.
Fees/Permits: None.
Current: Negligible, generally southwest direction.
Tidal Influence: None.
Precautions: You’ll have protection from some winds with a few islands and dikes, however, there are plenty of open spaces in Dennis’s Pasture where winds can intensify resulting in waves/whitecaps.
Water Level: For this Blueway paddle trail, water levels above 73.50 are best. Lake Moultrie Water Levels click HERE.
So Much History Nearby: Did you know Berkeley County has more than 110 historical markers and historical points of interest? CLICK HERE to find your Adventures in History!
Weather on the Trail: Click HERE
