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Boating In South Carolina

  • Clarks Hill Lake, SC
  • Lake Greenwood, SC
  • Lake Hartwell, SC
  • Lake Jocassee, SC
  • Lake Marion, SC
  • Lake Moultrie, SC
  • Lake Murray, SC
  • Lake Wylie, SC
  • Richard B Russell Lake, SC
  • Wateree Lake, SC

By AA-Boats & Boating Staff Writers

Boating In South CarolinaSouth Carolina is a haven for boating enthusiasts, with its diverse waterways and beautiful lakes providing the perfect backdrop for a variety of water-based activities. Among the popular boating lakes in the state is Lake Murray, a scenic reservoir known for its clear waters and ample opportunities for boating and fishing. Lake Marion and Lake Moultrie also rank high on the list, offering expansive water bodies ideal for leisurely cruises and water sports.

One of the most beloved boat types in South Carolina is the pontoon boat. These spacious and comfortable vessels are a top choice for families and groups of friends looking to relax and socialize on the water. Pontoon boats provide ample seating, making them perfect for hosting gatherings, picnics, or simply enjoying a day of leisurely cruising.

Families flock to South Carolina's waterways with their chosen family boats. These boats are designed with safety and enjoyment in mind, offering ample space for families to bond and create lasting memories. Whether it's towing the kids on a tube, swimming, or exploring hidden coves, family boats cater to a wide range of recreational activities.

Various boat types can be found across the state, tailored to specific boating interests and preferences. From sleek and powerful speedboats to durable and practical fishing boats, South Carolina's boating industry offers something for everyone. Fishing boats, in particular, are a common sight, reflecting the state's rich fishing culture and providing anglers with specialized vessels for their fishing adventures.

For those visiting South Carolina or those who prefer not to own a boat, rental boats are an excellent option. Rental services offer a variety of boats to choose from, allowing visitors to experience the joy of boating without the commitment of ownership. Whether it's a day on the lake or a weekend getaway, rental boats offer flexibility and convenience for anyone eager to explore the beauty of South Carolina's waterways. With an abundance of boat types and rental options available, boating enthusiasts can enjoy an unforgettable experience in South Carolina's stunning aquatic playground.

Visitors will find plenty of fun places to go boating in South Carolina. Whether it's a family outing or just the guys going fishing or skiing, boating is fun for all. And there is boating in all corners of of the state. South Carolina is a boating paradise, get out in the great outdoors and enjoy it every chance you get.

Boating in SC

For further information about boating in South Carolina, contact the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources - Boating Licenses located at 1000 Assembly Street, Columbia, SC 29201. The phone number is 803 734-3857.

South Carolina locator map - boating opportunities.
SC Resources

Greenville

Foothills Marine
100 Bruce Rd
Greenville, SC 29605
864 299-3333

Palmetto Boat Center
2840 New Easley Hwy
Greenville, SC 29611
864 269-6200

European Marine Service
17 Apopka Avenue
Greenville, SC 29609
864 421-0444

Augusta Road Marine Sales
4705 Augusta Road
Greenville, SC 29605
864 277-5011

Floatair Boat Lift
127 Henry Street
Greenville, SC 29609
864 467-1806

Rock Hill

West Marine Products
860 Marine Dr
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803 909-6000

Outdoor Rv And Marine World LLC
Po Box 2456
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803 731-5551

Gregorys Marine And Auto
4053 Elks Park Rd
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803 329-5333

Gregorys Marine Rv LLC
3021 Mount Gallant Rd
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803 329-5333

Alpha Motorsports
722 Mount Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803 981-6900

Lesslie Powersports
2799 Lesslie Highway
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803 324-4604

Seneca

Harris Marine
997 By Pass 123
Seneca, SC 29678
864 882-4031

Singleton Marine Group
997 By Pass 123
Seneca, SC 29678
864 882-4030

Top Knotch Marine
502 Ellenburg Rd
Seneca, SC 29672
864 985-1864

Strickland Marine
1771 Blue Ridge Blvd
Seneca, SC 29672
864 885-0777

JC Sports
10475 Clemson Boulevard
Seneca, SC 29678
864 882-4212

Trile M Marine
1240 Davis Mill Road
Seneca, SC 29678
864 985-1732

Spartanburg

John's Boat Works
748 Foster Mill Road
Spartanburg, SC 29302
864 542-8088

Camden

Midway Marine
2199 Lystra Rd
Camden, SC 29020
803 432-7037

Wateree Marine Inc
3374 John G Richards Rd
Camden, SC 29020
803 475-5921

Bendel's On the Spot Boat Repair
2336 Horton Acres Lane
Camden, SC 29020
803 475-9807

Boat-Rite
2163 John G Richards Road
Camden, SC 29020
803 432-8383

Florence

Avins Marine
2413 S Purvis Dr
Florence, SC 29505
843 661-2768

Polaris Recreational Adventure
1719 E Palmetto St
Florence, SC 29506
843 662-0051

Allan's Marine Inc
3534 East Palmetto Street
Florence, SC 29506
843 662-5612

Fort Mill

Lakeside Marine And Storage
1940 Highway 160 W
Fort Mill, SC 29708
803 548-5925

Lemmond's Marine Transport
28000 Marina Drive
Fort Mill, SC 29708
803 548-7380

Top Prop Marine
1940 Highway 160 West
Fort Mill, SC 29708
803 548-5925

Dixie Land Boat & Cars
3310 Highway 51 North
Fort Mill, SC 29715
803 802-4460

Lancaster

R And G Sporting Goods
1890 Great Falls Hwy
Lancaster, SC 29720
803 283-8991

B J Auto Boat Repair
1334 Wade St
Lancaster, SC 29720
803 283-1043

Rock Hill

West Marine Products
860 Marine Dr
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803 909-6000

Outdoor Rv And Marine World LLC
Po Box 2456
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803 731-5551

Gregorys Marine And Auto
4053 Elks Park Rd
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803 329-5333

Gregorys Marine Rv LLC
3021 Mount Gallant Rd
Rock Hill, SC 29732
803 329-5333

Alpha Motorsports
722 Mount Gallant Road
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803 981-6900

Lesslie Powersports
2799 Lesslie Highway
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803 324-4604

Aiken

Sutton Marine LLC
914 Park Ave Se
Aiken, SC 29801
803 648-6141

Holtons Marine
1944 Richland Ave E
Aiken, SC 29801
803 648-2065

Columbia

West Marine
421 Bush River Rd, Unit 98
Columbia, SC 29210
803 750-5034

Tom Hughes Marine Inc
305 Charleston Hwy
West Columbia, SC 29169
803 796-3567

Columbia Powersports Center
6217 Two Notch Rd
Columbia, SC 29223
803 786-1160

Mid Carolina Marine Parts Service
718 Sunset Blvd
West Columbia, SC 29169
803 791-0173

KORE Sport Cycles
450 Jamil Road
Columbia, SC 29210
803 750-0844

Columbia Powersports Center
3750 Fernandina Road
Columbia, SC 29210
803 750-7050

McCormick

 

Ridgeland

Websters Marine
5974 N Okatie Hwy
Ridgeland, SC 29936
843 987-4700

Websters Marine
RR 1 Box 195
Ridgeland, SC 29936
843 987-6663

Charleston

Hanckel Marine
2445 Savannah Hwy
Charleston, SC 29414
843 556-2550

Marine Extension Program
287 Meeting St
Charleston, SC 29401
843 727-2075

Hanckel Marine
142 Sportsman Island Dr
Charleston, SC 29492
843 284-0550

Discount Marine Inc
1750 Signal Point Road
Charleston, SC 29412
843 795-8835

Whitton's Marine Inc
1141 Clements Ferry Rd
Charleston, SC 29492
843 884-8706

Myrtle Beach

Coastal Marine
8553 Highway 544
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
843 236-9309

Ski Connection
515 Highway 501, Ste B
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843 626-7245

Marine Safety Detachment
10838 Kings Rd
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
843 449-4173

West Marine
900 Highway 17 N
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
843 280-1327

Bryant's Power Sport
1501 Old Highway 17
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
843 249-3822

Redline Powersports
4381 Highway 501
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
843 236-0758

North Charleston

Charleston Marine
1865 Avenue B, Ste B
North Charleston, SC 29405
843 747-5536

Weather Bureau Office Marine Forecast
5777 S Aviation Ave
North Charleston, SC 29406
843 744-3207

Carolina Marine Handling
1150 Kinzer St
North Charleston, SC 29405
843 529-2611

Donovan Marine Inc
7289 Spa Rd, Ste B
North Charleston, SC 29418
843 569-1839

West Marine Inc
5641 Rivers Ave
North Charleston, SC 29406
843 529-0094

Jerrys Marine Services
3601 Meeting Street Rd, Ste B
North Charleston, SC 29405
843 554-3732

Sumter

Mc Lean Marine Inc
455 E Liberty St
Sumter, SC 29153
803 773-2290

Yamaha Extreme Sports
405 West Wesmark Boulevard
Sumter, SC 29150
803 905-7766

Johnson's Transport Inc
1045 Westbury Mill Rd
Sumter, SC 29150
803 905-4228

Ray's Suzuki Kawasaki Victory Polaris & Marine
1050 South Pike West
Sumter, SC 29150
803 469-2573

Sumter Marine Supply
1410 Highway 15 South
Sumter, SC 29150
803 775-1324

Cj's Outboard & Marine
11238 Highway 260
Sumter, SC 29150
803 478-8103

Walterboro

Low Country Marine Inc
861 Green Pond Hwy
Walterboro, SC 29488
843 549-1234

Plantation Marine
1789 Hampton Street
Walterboro, SC 29488
843 549-4301

 

This website focuses on all aspects of boating including new and used boats for sale, boat rentals, repairs, accessories, storage and more.

For convenience, resources are listed first by area of the South Carolina, then by proximity to cities, waterways, parks, campgrounds and other relative attractions in SC. Cities listed in this section include Clemson, Greenville, Rock Hill, Seneca, Spartanburg, Camden, Florence, Fort Mill, Lancaster, Rock Hill, Aiken, Columbia, McCormick, Ridgeland, Seven Oaks, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, North Charleston, Sumter and Walterboro.

Resources are also identified nearby campgrounds including Devils Fork State Park, Lake Hartwell State Recreation Area, Table Rock State Park, Cheraw State Park, Little Pee Dee State Park, Myrtle Beach State Park, Aiken State Natural Area, Barnwell State Park, Lake Warren State Park, Edisto Beach State Park, Givhans Ferry State Park and Hunting Island State Park.

Rivers & Lakes For Boating in SC

South Carolina lakes with boating opportunities are listed within quadrants of South Carolina include Hartwell Lake, Lake Jocassee, Lake Keowee, Monticello Reservoir, Richard B Russell Lake, Fishing Creek Reservoir, Lake Robinson, Lake Wallace, Lake Wylie, Wateree Lake, Clarks Hill Lake, Lake Murray, Langley Pond, Par Pond, Reynolds Pond, Ashwood Lake, Forest Lake, Lake Marion, Lake Moultrie and Westons Pond. Many of these lakes offer multiple boat launching facilities at various locations around the lake.

South Carolina also affords some boating or canoeing on rivers like Enoree River, Saluda River, Catawba River, Lynches River, Edisto River, Savannah River, Black River and Santee River.

SC boating equipment and gear.

Throughout South Carolina you can find boat dealers, outdoor centers, sporting good stores, bait and tackle stores, RV centers and discount stores offering a wide variety of boating equipment, accessories and supplies.

Go boating in South Carolina

Gather up the family along with some snacks and refreshing beverages and go enjoy the thrill of fresh air in your face and the sun on your back. When boating you can see parts of South Carolina accessible only by water. Often you'll see birds and wildlife not normally seen in city areas. Plus, sunrises and sunsets always seem more majestic when you are in the great outdoors.

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