Across South Carolina, of the 206 boat dealers we list, 198 give a phone number, 66 publish opening hours and 159 have a website. No national chains here — every dealer on this page is independent.
Cities
Largest first. Towns with a single dealer are listed further down this page.
- Charleston29
- Seneca13
- Little River8
- Anderson7
- Hilton Head Island7
- Moncks Corner7
- North Charleston7
- Columbia6
- Greenville6
- Irmo6
- Georgetown5
- Mt Pleasant5
- Summerville5
- Lexington4
- Newberry4
- Clover3
- Florence3
- Fort Mill3
- Greenwood3
- Manning3
- Myrtle Beach3
- Orangeburg3
- Ridgeland3
- Waterloo3
- Batesburg-Leesville2
- Beaufort2
- Bluffton2
- Chapin2
- Conway2
- Hardeeville2
- Hartsville2
- Inman2
- Johns Island2
- Lake City2
- Longs2
- North Myrtle Beach2
- Port Royal2
- Rock Hill2
- Sumter2
- Walterboro2
South Carolina, by feature
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Other towns in South Carolina
One dealer each — too few for a page of their own, so they live here.
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Sutton MarineAiken
914 Park Ave SE, Aiken, SC 29801-4520
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Berkeley Outdoors Of ManningAlcolu
4695 Sumter Hwy, Alcolu, SC 29001
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O'Connell MarineBoiling Springs
1360 Upper Valley Falls Rd, Boiling Springs, SC 29316-4866
Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm
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Coastal Carolina Yacht SalesCharleston, SC
145 Lockwood Dr, Charleston, SC 29403, Charleston, SC, SC 29403
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9:30-1pm
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Cove 2 Coast Marine, ElginElgin
181A Pontiac Business Center Dr, Elgin, SC 29045-9171
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-5pm
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The Boat Doctor IncGilbert
2719 Highway 378, Gilbert, SC 29054-8806
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
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Key West Boats Ridgeville ScGoose Creek
Goose Creek, SC
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Midway MarineIva
23 Felker Cir, Iva, SC 29655-7701
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BAR Marine GroupJacksonboro
1113 Hope Plantation Ln, Jacksonboro, SC 29452-8521
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
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Z Marine North America LlcKnightsville
124 Spaniel Ln, Knightsville, SC 29483-4705
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Mid-Atlantic - South Carolina - Lake WylieLake Wylie
310 Blucher Circle, Lake Wylie, SC 29710
Mon-Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
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Cape Romain MarineMcClellanville
10129 N US-17, McClellanville, SC 29458-9504
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 9am-Noon
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Marine Service CenterMurrells Inlet
8994 Highway 17 Byp, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576-9380
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M&W MarinePendleton
1529 Bishops Branch Rd, Pendleton, SC 29670
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Palmetto Boat CenterPiedmont
141 Country Manor Rd, Piedmont, SC 29673-9727
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Martin's Performance BoatingProsperity
9345 Macedonia Church Rd, Prosperity, SC 29127-8701
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-Noon(summer)
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Berkeley Outdoors of CharlestonRavenel
4389 Savannah Hwy, Ravenel, SC 29470-5544
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Keowee North MarineSalem
15597 N Highway 11, Salem, SC 29676-3204
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
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HMY Yachts at Kiawah IslandSeabrook Island
1880 Andell Bluff Blvd, Seabrook Island, SC 29455-3317
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Perry's Marine ServiceSimpsonville
310 S Harrison Bridge Rd, Simpsonville, SC 29680-6802
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Keowee Sunset MarineSix Mile
900 Gap Hill Rd, Six Mile, SC 29682-9411
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
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Holden's Marine CenterSpartanburg
1265 Boiling Springs Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29303-2260
Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm
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Southern Boat BrokersSt George
320 Winningham Rd, St George, SC 29477-8409
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-Noon
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Sayre Sailing IncSullivans Island
2201 Middle St Ste 10, Sullivans Island, SC 29482-8700
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Singleton Marine - Lake KeoweeSunset
7700 N Highway 11, Sunset, SC 29685
Mon 9am-5pm, Tue 9am-5pm, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 12pm-4pm
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River Ridge VenturesSwansea
8342 Columbia Rd, Swansea, SC 29160-8418
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Mid-Carolina MarineWest Columbia
718 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC 29169-7348
Mon-Fri 8:30-5, Sat 9:30-1
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Mundy's Marine SalesWilliston
5449 Charleston Hwy, Williston, SC 29853-4901
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Good to know about boat dealers in South Carolina
How to register a boat?
Boat registration is handled by state natural resources or motor vehicle departments upon submitting proof of ownership, a bill of sale, and required registration fees. After processing, you will receive official registration numbers and validation decals to display on your hull. Marine agencies across South Carolina are available via BoatDealerAtlas with 206 local resources to guide your purchase.
How to get a boating license?
Obtaining a boating license generally requires completing an approved safe boating course online or in person, followed by passing a knowledge exam. Upon passing, state authorities issue a boater safety education card valid for life. Explore 206 marine services in South Carolina on BoatDealerAtlas for local safety course recommendations.
Is boat insurance required?
While state law in South Carolina may not mandate boat insurance for all vessels, lenders requiring financing and most marinas demand active liability coverage. Carrying comprehensive marine insurance protects against liability, collision, theft, and environmental damage. Find 206 marine dealers and service providers in South Carolina on BoatDealerAtlas that work with top insurance networks.
How much is boat registration?
Boat registration fees vary widely across South Carolina based on hull length, vessel type, and propulsion system. Standard fees are renewed annually or biennially through state registration offices. Use BoatDealerAtlas to browse 206 dealer services in South Carolina for registration transfer assistance.
Can you drive a boat without a license?
In many jurisdictions across South Carolina, operating a motorized vessel without a boater safety card is illegal for operators born after specific mandatory dates. Exemptions sometimes apply to temporary renters under direct operator supervision or low-horsepower engines. Check official South Carolina boating regulations and consult 206 marine listings on BoatDealerAtlas for compliant rentals.