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Marinas Offering On-Site Boat Rentals in South Carolina

23 of the 143 marinas we track in South Carolina have boat rentals on-site. Full listings for every city are on the South Carolina page.

23marinas
18cities
143marinas statewide

This section lists marinas and waterfront facilities that operate an active boat rental fleet directly on site. Available vessels typically range from 18-foot fishing skiffs and 24-foot pontoon boats to personal watercraft and ski boats. Before booking, confirm whether fuel is included in the rental price, check state boating license regulations, and verify daily departure schedules.

Charleston 3

  1. Daniel Island Marina and Boat Club

    669 Marina Dr, Charleston, SC 29492

  2. Dolphin Cove Marina

    2079 Austin Ave, Charleston, SC 29405

    Boat ramp
  3. PORT 32 Marinas

    Charleston, SC

Hilton Head Island 3

  1. Safe Harbor Skull Creek

    1 Waterway Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

    Mon 8am-5am, Tue 8am-5am, Wed 8am-5am, Thu 8am-5am, Fri 8am-5am, Sat 8am-5am, Sun 8am-5am

    Transient slips
  2. Shelter Cove Harbor

    Hilton Head Island, SC

  3. South Beach Marina

    S Sea Pines Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Chapin 2

  1. Putnam's Harbor Marina

    1201 Putnam Dr, Chapin, SC 29036

    Boat ramp
  2. Timberlake Marina

    286 Timberlake Dr, Chapin, SC 29036

    Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-5pm

Batesburg-Leesville 1

  1. Little River Marina

    125 Big Mans Rd, Batesburg-Leesville, SC 29070-7103

Irmo 1

  1. Lake Murray Marina

    1602 Marina Rd, Irmo, SC 29063-6928

    Boat ramp

Isle of Palms 1

  1. Wild Dunes Yacht Harbor

    40 41st Ave, Isle of Palms, SC 29451

Leesville 1

  1. Big Mans Marina

    125 Big Mans Rd, Leesville, SC 29070

McCormick 1

  1. Savannah Lakes Marina

    99 Village Dr, McCormick, SC 29835

Moncks Corner 1

  1. Hidden Cove Marina

    547 Reid Hill Rd, Moncks Corner, SC 29461

    Boat ramp

Mt Pleasant 1

  1. Shem Creek Marina

    526 Mill St, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

Murrells Inlet 1

  1. Wacca Wache Marina

    1950 Wachesaw Rd, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

North Myrtle Beach 1

  1. Harbourgate Marina

    2111 Little River Neck Rd, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

Rock Hill 1

  1. Lake Club Marina & Boat Rentals

    4500 Harbor Inn Rd, Rock Hill, SC 29732

Seneca 1

  1. Keowee Marina | Boat Rentals Lake Keowee

    150 Keowee Marina Dr, Seneca, SC 29672-4725

    Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm

Six Mile 1

  1. Sunset Marina on Lake Keowee

    900 Gap Hill Rd, Six Mile, SC 29682

    Mon-Sun 9am-5pm

    Boat ramp

Starr 1

  1. Big Water Marina and Campground

    320 Big Water Rd, Starr, SC 29684

Summerton 1

  1. Carolina King Retreat & Marina

    2498 Belser Rd, Summerton, SC 29148

    Boat ramp

Tega Cay 1

  1. Tega Cay Marina & Boat Rentals

    28000 Marina Dr, Tega Cay, SC 29708

Security deposit required: Most marinas place a credit card authorization hold of $500 to $1,500 at check-in to cover potential propeller or hull damage.

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Good to know

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat at a marina?

Requirements depend on state laws, but most US states require drivers born after a specific cutoff date to hold a NASBLA-approved safety certificate. Marinas frequently administer a 15-minute temporary online or printed course for $10 to $15 prior to departure. Drivers must be at least 21 or 25 years old and present a valid photo ID.

How much does it cost to rent a pontoon or powerboat?

Half-day rentals (4 hours) typically range from $250 to $500, while full-day rentals (8 hours) run between $400 and $900 depending on location and vessel size. Fuel is usually charged separately at marina pump prices upon return, adding $40 to $120 to the total bill. Peak summer weekends often require full-day minimum bookings.

What equipment is included with a boat rental?

Rental rates include US Coast Guard-required safety gear, such as adult life jackets, throwable cushions, fire extinguishers, and anchors. Renters must bring properly fitted life jackets for children under 13, as marina stock in youth sizes is limited. Watersports gear like towable tubes or wakeboards can be rented separately for $30 to $75 per day.

How to shrink wrap a boat?

To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in South Carolina, check the 23 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.

What is a marine survey?

A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across South Carolina, MarinaAtlas indexes 23 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.