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Mill Creek Marina and Campground

216 Lake Marion Ln, Vance, SC 29163
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Dockage, Fuel & Launch ramp
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In Vance, South Carolina, Mill Creek Marina and Campground sits directly on Lake Marion, part of the Santee Cooper lake system. This family-owned marina combines lakeside camping with a general store, restaurant, boat ramp, gas pier, temporary T-pier parking, and boat slips for lease. Boaters can pick up gas, oil, bait, tackle, lake maps, dock lines, and anchor rope before heading onto the water.

For boaters seeking boat slips or temporary dockage, the T-pier and leased slips provide options at the marina. A gas pier next to the ramp serves as a practical fuel dock stop, while the campground adds laundry, a playground, motel units, a mini beach, and on-site dining. Fishing guides are available on request for anglers exploring Lake Marion’s year-round fishery. Contact Mill Creek Marina and Campground to plan a lake visit.

Features

  • Boat slips for lease
  • Temporary boat parking
  • Professional fishing guides
  • Lakeside family camping

Amenities

  • Fuel
  • Parts & Accessories
  • Cooler & Ice
  • Fishing
  • Dining & Food
  • Laundry
  • Pump-Out & Waste
  • Slips & Dockage
  • Waterfront & Access
  • Launch, Ramp & Lift

Why book with us

  • Fuel up beside the boat ramp
  • Lease a slip for your boat
  • Stock up on bait and tackle
  • Bring family members camping together
  • Arrange professional fishing guide services

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)

What are the best places to go boating in South Carolina?

South Carolina’s best boating areas range from tidal coastal waterways to large reservoirs, mountain lakes and free flowing rivers. On the coast, Charleston Harbor connects boaters with the Intracoastal Waterway and nearby saltwater routes. Lake Murray in the Midlands is a major reservoir used for boating and water sports, while Upstate Lake Jocassee offers clear water and mountain scenery.

The Santee Cooper Lakes provide an expansive connected lake system, and the Edisto River offers a quieter river option with access from Colleton State Park.

Source: South Carolina State Parks (southcarolinaparks.com)

What are the most popular boating destinations in South Carolina?

Popular boating destinations in South Carolina include Charleston Harbor, for sailing, fishing, sightseeing and kayaking where the Ashley and Cooper rivers meet; Hilton Head Island’s Broad Creek and Calibogue Sound, for protected marsh paddling and dolphin viewing; Lake Murray, for summer water sports and striped bass fishing; Lake Jocassee, for clear water, mountain scenery and waterfalls; and Lake Hartwell, for expansive reservoir boating and access from public ramps and state parks.

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

Location

216 Lake Marion Ln, Vance, SC 29163

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