Just three miles from the Intracoastal Waterway, boating to the Atlantic Ocean from Dataw is an enjoyable and scenic 30 minute ride – although many fishermen are content to cast a line or to fly fish right here in the coastal waters of Dataw Island. Several community docks are available from which to drop a crab trap, launch a kayak or catch a sunset.
Dataw Marina is now owned by the island’s members (Dataw Island Owners Association). The facility offers wet slips, dry storage, fuel, air-conditioned showers and laundry, a marine surveyor, an on-call diver, and an open boatyard – “DIY” your project or bring in your favorite service provider!
Transient dockage is also available. We ask that boaters please fill out this request form or call ahead to confirm availability (843) 838-8410.
Sailors delight (as do all boaters!) in the activities offered through the Dataw Island Yacht Club, a member-based social boating organization. Offering regattas, kayak tours, sailing adventures and the much-anticipated Commodore’s Ball, the Yacht Club is a local favorite. For more information on joining, please visit the DIYC website.

Harbormaster
Growing up in the Lowcountry (in Ridgeland, Beaufort, and Savannah) Chad has always loved the outdoors, especially fishing, golf, and boating. He is five-star Yamaha certified, served as General Manager of the Hilton Head Boathouse for 5 years, and in the earlier part of his career in the 1990s he worked in the golf industry, including as Assistant Golf Professional at Bray’s Island and running a golf store on Lady’s Island called Stic’s.

Marina Assistant
Anna Estrellado has joined the marina team as Administrative Assistant at the Harbormaster front desk. Anna assists with scheduling your launch, confirming transient dockage, customer billing, and overall operations support.
Marina Restaurant Update:
The Morgan River Grill is an independently-run restaurant open to members and the public for Lunch and Dinner, Monday through Saturday (Closed Sunday).
View their menu online and call ahead for dinner reservations (recommended) or to place an order for carry-out.
(843) 838-8474
LUNCH: 11 am – 5 pm | DINNER: 5pm – 9 pm
(Closed Sunday and Monday)
Also ask about the River Room for your small to mid-sized private events!
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