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Charleston Harbor Marina

24 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is home to Charleston Harbor Marina on the historic Cooper River between Shem Creek and the USS Yorktown. This marina near Mt Pleasant provides 459 wet boat slips from 33 to 66 feet, floating dockage for vessels up to 120 feet, and boat lifts for vessels up to 31 feet. Seasonal leases include metered electric, water and Wi-Fi, while transient slips accommodate short visits and extended stays.

Deep-water access and a protected waterfront setting support boating on Charleston Harbor, with catamaran and wide-beam options among the available dockage. On site, boaters can use a fuel dock, pump-out services, private bathrooms and showers, laundry facilities, restaurants, tiki bars, a pool, water taxi and resort shuttle. Transient guests can reserve through the marina’s integrated booking platform. Contact Charleston Harbor Marina to ask about slips and availability.

Features

  • Deep-water protected access
  • Boat lifts for 31-foot vessels
  • Instant transient slip reservations
  • Dockage for wide-beam vessels

Amenities

  • Slips & Dockage
  • Restrooms & Showers
  • Utility Hookups

Why book with us

  • Reserve transient slips through the integrated booking platform
  • Access private restrooms showers and Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Choose dockage for yachts and wide-beam vessels
  • Enjoy a protected setting on the Cooper River

Frequently Asked Questions

How old do you have to be to rent a boat in South Carolina?

South Carolina law does not set a numeric minimum age to operate a rented motorboat or personal watercraft. Under S.C. Code Section 50-21-95, a person born after July 1, 2007, must meet one of the law's qualifications before operating a vessel powered by an engine of 10 horsepower or more, a personal watercraft, or a specialty propcraft. For a rental, a valid boat rental safety certificate issued in the operator's name qualifies. SCDNR says the rental certificate is valid for 30 days. The rental operator sets its own minimum age, so confirm it when booking.

Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (dnr.sc.gov)

Do you need a boating license in South Carolina?

Yes, some recreational operators need a South Carolina boating safety certificate rather than a traditional boating license. Anyone born after July 1, 2007 must have one before operating a vessel with an engine of 10 horsepower or more, a personal watercraft, or a specialty propcraft. The rule states no separate minimum operator age; an uncertified person may operate when accompanied by a qualified adult at least 18.

Exemptions include people born on or before the cutoff, nonresidents with another state's equivalent certificate, and holders of qualifying Coast Guard credentials. Renters may use an SCDNR approved rental safety certificate, valid for 30 days and only on rented craft. The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources administers the program.

Source: South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (dnr.sc.gov)

Where can you go boating from Mt Pleasant, South Carolina?

From Mount Pleasant, you can boat Shem Creek, the Wando River, Charleston Harbor and the Intracoastal Waterway behind Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island. Shem Creek is a marked, dredged creek route into the lower harbor. The Wando joins the Cooper near Drum Island and offers a marked river channel; public put-ins include Remley’s Point and Paradise, where the water can be shallow at low tide. Charleston Harbor is open water shared with oceangoing ships. For a more sheltered ride, the Intracoastal Waterway threads through marshes behind the islands and provides protection from offshore wind and waves.

Source: Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission (ccprc.com)

What are the most popular boating destinations near Mt Pleasant, South Carolina?

Boaters leaving Mt Pleasant can plan day trips to Capers Island, Morris Island, Bulls Island and downtown Charleston. Capers Island offers a natural barrier island beach and Boneyard Beach, while Morris Island is a beach stop with water views of its historic lighthouse. Bulls Island, reached by private boat or ferry, is a day use refuge destination for hiking, wildlife watching and visiting Boneyard Beach. For an urban stop, the Charleston Maritime Center offers downtown dockage within walking distance of the historic district, market, King Street and Waterfront Park.

Source: South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism (discoversouthcarolina.com)

Location

24 Patriots Point Rd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

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