Exit the ICW to the south 1.3 miles east of Green "189" on the Coosaw River paying attention to the narrow water in the Parrot Creek and the missing Green "3". Turn west in Morgan Creek and find the marina on the south shore of the river approximately 2 miles upstream. In truth, we came to this marina for the best fuel prices in the area but, on arrival, found that the marina had just received a new supply of diesel, and had adjusted its prices to fit the current reality. The price was not bad but the anticipated fill-up became a normal cruising load in hopes of finding better as we moved north. The fuel price disappointment was quickly forgotten as we found ourselves welcomed by three Dataw Marina people to help us into the gas dock in the face of the 20 mph breeze. They remained to assist us in getting off the dock after fueling and helping us tie up to the dock in our transient space (12 ft depth mlw). They could not have been nicer. The floating docks were in excellent condition as were the power pylons and water supply. Clean bathrooms, showers, laundry with free (!) dryer and a small store made this a perfect stop to stage for Charleston. Tie up is on a face dock on the river facing east/west so we had some bumps from the west wind during the evening but nothing serious. We had an excellent dinner at Morgan River Grill, located 200 yards from the boat and spent a quiet night on a well-lit dock with no concerns about security. As we were preparing to leave two dockhands appeared to help us push off. We did not have a chance to enjoy all that the marina had to offer so we will find a reason to come back and spend a day or two relaxing.

Randy and Darcy are great. We made a quick stop for fuel and ended up having a wonderful meal in the restaurant. Awesome Southern Restaurant!!

The Dataw Island Yacht Club (DIYC) is so grateful to have our full service marina back in business. The new staff has been great in getting our dry stack boat owners in and out of the water particularly in support of our many cruises, as well as getting our boats fueled and cleaned as requested. The staff has also been great in coordinating our wet slip users and supporting arrivals and departures. The new full service maintenance organization is in place and working on our boats as well as many visiting boats from small outboards to large live-aboard vessels. They have haul out capacity up to 50 tons and 9 foot draft. The onsite restaurant, Morgan River Grill, looking out over the marina, is great for lunch, dinner or just drinks on the porch. The marina has some transient dockage space. Transients can access the private facilities at Dataw, including two 18 hole golf courses, multiple tennis courts, pickle ball courts, swimming pools and restaurant facilities. Access to the Dataw facilities is coordinated through the DIYC, so contact us on your next stay at our marina.

Looking for a full service marina between Charleston and Hilton Head SC? Make your way to the Dataw Island Marina. This deep water marina has almost everything you could ask for; just off the ICW, haul out service up to 50 tons, mechanical repairs of all kinds, a “Best of Beaufort” chef serving meals from the on-site restaurant that are out of this world and just a 15 minute ride to Historic Beaufort. The marina is on the Morgan River and well protected. Fuel includes both diesel and Ethanol free gas. The marina also has clean restrooms, showers and laundry facilities available. Whether you are just passing through or spending the night you’ll be hard pressed to find a better spot to stop.