Toler's Cove Marina burgee Toler's CoveMarina · Est. Mt. Pleasant SC
32°47′N 79°51′W · BEN SAWYER BRIDGE · INTRACOASTAL WATERWAY

First to
the Atlantic

The closest deepwater marina to open ocean in the Charleston area. Dockage, fuel, and everything you need before you go — seven days a week.

UNDERWAY
01 · The Cove

A working marina at the mouth of the harbor.

Tucked inside Charleston Harbor at the base of the Ben Sawyer Bridge, Toler's Cove is where the Intracoastal meets open water. Gated and protected, minutes from the Atlantic, and surrounded by the best of Mount Pleasant and Charleston.

Secure gated dockage, a stocked ship's store, competitive fuel, clean facilities, and a team that treats your boat like their own. Whether you're in for a night off the ICW or keeping a slip for the season, everything works the way it should.

160+
Slips · vessels to 60 ft, larger by arrangement
~10 MIN
To open Atlantic water
7 DAYS
Office · store · fuel, 8a–5p
CH 16
VHF · smart gated entry · Wi-Fi
Aerial view of Toler's Cove at dusk Toler's Cove Marina dock sign — VHF Channel 16
The cove at dusk · dock sign, VHF CH 16
Sportfishing boats docked at Toler's Cove
STATION 02 · DOCKAGE

A night, a season, or for good.

Deepwater slips with modern utilities and easy in-and-out navigation, protected behind a gated perimeter with smart entry.

  • Transient and long-term slip rental
  • 30- and 50-amp power · freshwater hookups
  • Pump-out access · restrooms and showers
  • Gated parking for slip holders
  • Limited liveaboard by approval
"One of the more beautiful spots to launch or keep your boat. Vistas of old Mount Pleasant, the backside of Sullivan's Island, and long-distance views of historic Charleston."— Bob Brennaman, Realtor
Toler's Cove fuel dock
STATION 03 · FUEL DOCK

Fast. Clean. Seven days.

Gas and diesel at competitive prices, with trained dockhands and spill-safe infrastructure. Top off on your way out, or pull in on the way home.

  • Gasoline and diesel, daily
  • Dockhand fueling assistance
  • Spill-proof infrastructure and safety protocols
  • Store steps away for ice, drinks, and bait
"Pulled in for fuel. Kevin and Erin provided everything we needed and recommended dinner nearby. We'll be back soon."— Thomas Glave
Tackle wall inside the ship's store
STATION 04 · SHIP'S STORE

Stocked for the sea.

Everything you forgot and a few things you didn't know you needed — from bait and inshore tackle to cold beer, ice, and sunscreen.

  • Marine supplies and safety gear
  • Bait, tackle, and ice
  • Beverages, snacks, and local provisions
  • Apparel and boating accessories
  • Local knowledge, maps, and honest advice
"A public marina, accessible by water and by land. Gas and diesel, beer, ice, snacks, inshore tackle, pump out and more — open 7 days."— Erin Laughlin
05 · The Haul

What came home this season.

Two blackfin tuna on the dock
Blackfin · Offshore
Sailfish jumping boatside
Sailfish · The Ledge
Red snapper catch
Snapper · Nearshore Reef
Redfish on light tackle
Redfish · The Flats
Sheepshead catch
Sheepshead · The Jetties
Kids with redfish
First Fish · Inshore
Three dogs aboard at the dock
Crew · Slip 14
Sportfisher silhouetted at sunset
Heading In · 1930
06 · Fishing Charters

Lowcountry waters. Unforgettable days.

Resident captains with decades on these tides — from teaching your kids to bait a hook on a quiet flat, to chasing wahoo past the ledge. Trips leave from our docks, minutes from the fish.

Captain John Townsend Cooper with a black drum

Capt. John Townsend Cooper

INSHORE · NEARSHORE · LIGHT TACKLE
REDFISH · TROUT · FLOUNDER · SHEEPSHEAD
UP TO 4 ANGLERS (5 ON REQUEST) · YEAR-ROUND

Rods, reels, bait, and licenses included. Clean, well-maintained boat, expert instruction, and the patience of a lifelong guide.

Captain Shane Sinclair with a redfish

Capt. Shane Sinclair

FLATS · JETTY · OFFSHORE · 20+ YEARS
18′ HELLS BAY FLATS SKIFF · 27′ CONCH
GROUPER · COBIA · WAHOO · MAHI · SAILFISH

Three distinct trips — technical sight-casting, family-friendly harbor action, or offshore big game. Pro-grade gear on every boat.

Pricing varies by trip type, group size, and duration. Advance booking recommended · 48-hour cancellation policy applies. Concierge and lodging recommendations available for visiting crews — from waterfront rentals to a table for dinner.

07 · Reservations

Tell us when. We'll have the slip ready.

Send your dates and vessel details — we answer quickly, seven days a week. Transient slips are first-come, first-served; reservations recommended in season. 48-hour cancellation policy.

Frequently Asked
Where is the marina?

Just inside the Intracoastal Waterway at the base of the Ben Sawyer Bridge, Mount Pleasant, SC — minutes from downtown Charleston with direct deepwater access to the Atlantic.

What size boats can you take?

Slips serve vessels to 60 feet; larger vessels up to 120 feet can be accommodated by arrangement. Call the office for specific dimensions and availability.

What's included in slip rental?

Power and water hookups, Wi-Fi, gated parking, restrooms, showers, and use of the pump-out station.

Do you offer transient dockage?

Yes — first-come, first-served, with reservations recommended during peak season.

Long-term or liveaboard?

Long-term leases are available. Limited liveaboard accommodation is permitted, subject to approval and availability.

Haul-out or repairs?

We don't operate a boatyard, but we work with trusted local partners for haul-out, mechanical, and detailing services.

Getting through the gate?

Call the office or hail us on VHF 16 — we'll get you through. After-hours access is available for tenants with security credentials.