T. W. Graham and Company (only for lunch Tuesday through Sunday,and for evening meals Thursday through Saturday, 843-887-4342)
Provisioning Possibilities:
marina can often provide transportation to Dollar General one mile away
LPG (Propane) Availability:
Available. Marina staff can sometimes provide transportation to Bull’s Ace Supply 1 1/2 miles away that offers LPG tank refill and/or Dollar General or Kangaroo Convenience Store 1 mile away for LPG tank exchange
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Free WiFi Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas & Diesel Available
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 22, 2024
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Gasoline Price:
$4.21 (All Taxes Included)
Diesel Price:
$4.25 (All Taxes Included)
Any Quantity Discount:
Available. 5 cents for 100 gallons or more (gasoline or diesel), call for other discounts
Our 24 hour stay at Leland Oil Co. was very enjoyable. Situated in Jeremy Creek , the face dock is a very "easy in/easy out". We were a short distance from a fleet of shrimp boats which dolphin followed in for an easy meal. It's a very rustic and peaceful setting. Nothing fancy, but they had everything we needed. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Lacey and Paschal really made us feel at home. We would definitely stay there again.
Docked at Leland Oil Company on our way to Charleston on 5/31/14. All I can say is anyone bypassing this marina and town are missing out big time. Great place to ride bikes along tree covered streets. A couple of fish markets for fresh shrimp and fish. Local people very appreciative of your business. Easy in and out along a face dock in no wake zone.
Came in to McClellanville to get out of the rain. The Leland Oil Company was empty as this is not the time that Cruisers go north. the attending Dock master, Rutledge, was wonderful. Loaned his truck to us to go to the diner for lovely fish/shrimp dinner. we were to leave the next morning but the radar showed nothing but big thunder storms. We decided to enjoy this lovely place for another day and do some engine oil change. Found a problem which led a series of folks that found the right guys to fix the situation. Such good and talented people in the small out of the way places. When I commented to the young man working on the problem I asked him how he learned to do these things his comment was “we are in the middle of nowhere so we have to know.” I highly recommend this stop to all. floating docks are wonderful as well with the huge tides. Capt Dick
Came in to McClellanville to get out of the rain. The Leland Oil Company was empty as this is not the time that Cruisers go north. the attending Dock master, Rutledge, was wonderful. Loaned his truck to us to go to the diner for lovely fish/shrimp dinner. we were to leave the next morning but the radar showed nothing but big thunder storms. We decided to enjoy this lovely place for another day and do some engine oil change. Found a problem which led a series of folks that found the right guys to fix the situation. Such good and talented people in the small out of the way places. When I commented to the young man working on the problem I asked him how he learned to do these things his comment was “we are in the middle of nowhere so we have to know.” I highly recommend this stop to all. floating docks are wonderful as well with the huge tides. Capt Dick
We stayed at the Leland oil Co. We draw 5’3 and made it in and out following their directions. The town was quaint, not much there, but a peaceful stop over. Patricia Sienstra
Hi Claiborne, Diana and I were through McClellanville last month and thought you’d like an update on what Dwayne’s up to at Leland Oil. ICW veterans have long known about the shrimp boat docks at McClellanville, SC (STM 430.0). In the past, you’d trade beer to raft up for the night In the tiny harbor of Jeremy Creek. But, of course, you’d have to stay up with the shrimpers to drink the beer … and then untangle your boat at oh-dark-thirty so they could get off to work and you could catch a few hours of sleep before moving on. Now there is a more “civilized” alternative. Last year, Dwayne Merritt at Leland Oil put in floating docks to provide a place for recreational boats to tie up for the night, allowing them to keep their beer … and get some sleep. We recently stayed at Leland Oil and saw first-hand the new floating docks. Very nice! And Dwayne continues to make this facility more welcoming to cruising sail and power boats. McClellanville is worth a saunter, a quiet village of well-kept houses clustered on a few blocks near the shrimp docks. With its small streets, lack of traffic, and friendly residents, walking the town feels like going back a few decades. There is one stop in town, the local seafood restaurant, T.W. Graham. In true small-town style, it has abbreviated hours but is worth the wait. FRESH-FRESH seafood! Best and see you On the Water, Captains Mark & Diana Doyle
We stayed at Leland Oil in McClellanville on 16th May 2012 on our 50′ Benetau with a 6′ draft. The entrance to the the creek was a little shallow but no real problem (a foot above low). At the dock during a normal low tide we still had 6″ on the bottom. Plenty of space on the new dock easy tie up and departure. The fishing boats all respected the no wake which made for a very pleasant quiet nights sleep, we will visit again.
We haven’t been there since Leland Oil Company began the renovation. Jeremy Creek was being dredged during our last visit, and we were extremely happy with the rumor that there was a possibility of a dock in progress. We own six acres on Drayton Lane, immediately across from ‘Gussie’s’ house, and the church which is on the grounds of the slave cemetery. (This church was turned on its foundation during Hurricane Hugo in 1989) McClellanville is on the Historic Registry for those who may not be aware; and the two restaurants in our small little town can compete with any 5 Star restaurant around. Plus, the seating is a lot more comfortable. We are full-time cruisers and are proud of McClellanville for its citizens caring enough to progress slowly without spoiling its heritage. Since cruisers and McClellanville share a lot in common, we look forward to taking our sv Gypsysails into Jeremy Creek with the first opportunity that prevails. Thank you Leland Oil Company, we will be sure to share with as many cruisers as we can, because they appreciate communities like ours. Ginger & Maury Thompson
Stayed overnight on Sunday 4/29. Great new floating dock. Full up that night, 7 boats. Great place between Georgetown ans Charleston. Amenities are spartan, should be upgraded on ground level. Met by Dockmaster Duane to tie up. Highly recommended.
Stayed here 4-30. Great new floating docks as advertised. Daune greeted us at the dock and did a good job tying up the boat. We had a wonderful afternooin biking thru the town. Saw a 1000+ year old oak tree. The village museum is only open Thurs Fri and Sat. We will have to see it next time,
McClellanville, SC (MM 430) LeLand Oil Co. dock on Jeremy Creek – new floating docks with 30/50 amp power and water. $1.50 per foot plus $6.50 for 50 amp. No provisioning close by. With our 5 foot draft we were able to depart one hour after low tide on 12 Apr 2012. Nice small southern town – easy place to walk and explore. Two fresh seafood stores and one resturant – check business hours. Captain Dick – M/V Emerald Lady
March 31, Stayed at Leland Oil Company and had a peaceful night! Brand new floating aluminum docks with new pedestals shows a strong desire to cater to more cruisers. Met and assisted dockside upon arrival. The fuel is convenient and the price is competitive. The rest of the amenities are a little Spartan but the walk around the town is spectacular if you like tree and Spanish moss covered streets and classic southern small town homes. A wonderful stay in a working harbor and we will keep coming back.
Bob n Nancy Spiro M/V Rachel J.- March 26, 2012 - 8:54 pm
We were here a few years ago on Easter. Duane invited us to acompany he and his family to a local restraunt for Easter Dinner. It was wonderful. Another time he gave us a ride to a grocery store. Now the new floating docks are done…They came out great… Easy acces, new power pedastals Nice wide allum float. What we love about this place is the hospitality, the down home charm of the area for taking a walk. A couple of FRESH seafood stores….(walking distance) This trip we are here in time for softshell crabs. Check out the 1000 yr old Live Oak tree. The only thing you can hear here……..Nothing! Talk about peace and quiet. The entrance off the ICW. Stay in the center is the key We draw 5 1/2′ no prob 1/2 tide.
Leland Oil Co. is in the process of replacing our fixed wooden docks with new floating docks. Should be ready by March 10 with the utilities in by the 20th. Hope to see some of you soon. Duane Merritt, Dockmaster
We stayed at Leland Oil Co. on January 7, 2010. What a beautiful location! Claiborne Young’s Cruising Guide to South Carolina and Georgia was what lured us in, and we agree, McClellanville is mystical and magical. Time has completely forgotten it, and that is a joy to experience. The Episcopal Church, overhung with Spanish Moss and live oaks, is spectacular. Don’t fail to go in. Leland Oil Co. is very friendly and most accommodating. The restroom is basic, but provides a shower and all other necessities. We will certainly Return on the return north to Norfolk. Norman Mason
If you walk out water street from the marina and turn right on oak and left on pinckney you will soon see TW Grahams seafood restaurant on the right. This is a wonderful place run by friendly folks who really know their seafood. Just beyond Grahams and a few small shops you will find the Pinckney Street Kitchen serving fresh sandwiches, subs, wraps and Breyers Ice cream. Ron Rubottom
Your cruising guide asks for comments concerning McClellanville, so I thought I would forward my impressions. We left Georgetown intending to anchor in Awendaw Creek and found that your cruising guide no longer recommends it. So we thought, what the heck, we’ll see what McClellanville is like and check out Leland Oil Company because it sounds intriguing. I would not hesitate to recommend it and you’ll be lucky if you get in. But you need the right mindset to enjoy it. McClellanville is like stepping back 200 years in time. There is nothing here—one restaurant, no shopping of any kind except fresh seafood—and we like it that way. The streets are lined with huge oak trees dripping with Spanish moss. The people are incredibly friendly and Leland Oil Company is great. The floating dock is about 100 feet long and currently filled with us (45 feet) and a 40-foot Catalina. Good thing we called ahead! The fixed dock it’s attached to looks like it’s on its last legs, but since it still standing at the moment, that works for us. But we are enjoying this place far more than we did Georgetown. We are sitting in the cockpit watching the shrimp trawlers coming in against a beautiful sunset with nary a steel mill in sight. It’s definitely our cup of tea. Susan Hopkins S/V Adastra
Dear Claiborne, We spent a lovely afternoon and night at McClellanville, SC at Leland Marine’s small floating dock. Love that climb up the rungs of the wooden ladder from the floating dock to the fixed dock at low tide! At low tide the entrance to Jeremy Creek, McClellanville, has five foot depths. We were just above low tide and found depths of a hair above 5 feet in the middle of the entrance sandbar. The folks at Leland’s advised us to favor the starboard side entering the creek, which helped. The shrimp we bought off the shrimp boat docked ahead of us was among the best we’ve ever had; tasted like lobster. Jane Tigar S/V Lady Jane
Claiborne: As it turned out, I found myself in the vicinity of McClennanville and no other overnight choices so I pulled in. I suggest a new name for the place: “The Marina at the End of the Universe.” The head and shower were nasty. The floating dock had missing boards. It is a scarey place. John Albin-25 Ms Bettencourt
Leland Oil Co. McClellanville ($1 a foot) This is another place that is somewhere in the middle, from Wacca Wachi or Georgetown to Charleston, for those who want a dock not an anchor. Dwayne is the owner and although the docks are not upscale they are secure and have power and showers. Ladders up from floating dock unless it is high tide then you step across. These are working fuel docks where the owner is working to improve the amenities and the visual look of the area to get more cruisers in. I have stayed here three times and since it is halfway it is perfect. Each time Dwayne has driven me up to either the ‘Red Dot’ store (think booze) or to the fresh seafood store. This is a working port so you get fresh local seafood in season or frozen off season. This seafood store has some of the best shrimp dip along the ICW. If you travel with animals be advised Dwayne has a dog, ‘Beau’ who wants to play with dogs and it seems every house off the property has some type of dog. Dwayne puts Beau inside when cruisers stay over who have dogs. I would recommend this for some one looking to tie up for the night or to hold for weather not a destination marina. Pat Banyas Marguerite
Cruising News: I’d like to comment on docking in McClellanville. I don’t think there is any place I’ve enjoyed docking more than in McClellanville. It is, indeed, rustic, but that’s its charm. Dolphins swam around our boat for hours, the sunsets were glorious, the shrimpers were great to watch coming in and going out, the town is beyond quaint. To me, that’s cruising at its best. Margaret B. Smith Messing About
Hi Claiborne, We paid $2.12 including tax at Leland Oil in McClellanville this afternoon; noticed you didn’t get info from them this week. Â Had a wonderful lunch at TW Graham in town. As another cruiser wrote, this is a great change of pace stop and or just a nice transition from anchoring out as we have for the past few days: Cumberland River, Wahoo River, Vernon River, Beaufort and Church Creek in our case. By the way, we had good room and holding for our 56 footer in each spot, and winds have been in the high 20’s all week. George and Ann “Incentive” Hatteras 56MY
$7.00/per night - 30 amp power hookup, $10.00/per night - 50 amp power hookup
Dock. Fresh Water Connections:
Available.
Showers:
Available. Climate Controlled
Laundromat:
Available.
Restaurant:
two on-site
Restaurant Recommendations:
Marina Market (breakfast and lunch, 843-886-3054), Morgan Creek Grill (lunch and dinner, 843-886-8980)
Provisioning Possibilities:
Marina Market (large variety store) on-site
LPG (Propane) Availability:
Available. LPG tank exchange on-site
Waste pump-out:
Available.
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Free WiFi Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas & Diesel Available
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 22, 2024
Fuel Notes:
ethanol free
Gasoline Price:
$5.10 (All Taxes Included)
Diesel Price:
$4.75 (All Taxes Included)
Any Quantity Discount:
Available. 5% off purchase for 100 gallons or more (gas and diesel)
Any Boat/US Discount:
Available. 5 % off per gallon
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Reviews from Cruisers (13)
John Thomas- December 28, 2021 - 3:15 pm
I’m a small sailboat needing gas. Tried calling Ch16 repeatedly even after they responded to another vessel. Not sure why they did not want to help me, so I took my $200 fuel purchase to MaritimeHarbor, exceptional nice service, and bonus saved $15.
I live at Wild Dunes and eat at Morgans Creek Grill at the Isle of Palms marina quite often. They do a very good job with fresh seafood. Happy hour is 4 to 7 week days as long as you sit at the bar, either on the first floor or upstairs. Appetizers are half price and beers, wine and cocktails are reduced price. The mussels (only available on the first floor) are to die for. In season they have an oyster roast on Saturday afternoons in November, December. Usually have music on weekends. Good Spot. Philip W. Mullins (Phil) s/v Katash
Stayed here April 18 2011. The transient rate was increased April1 to $2.00 a foot. I had checked the price on the websites after I checked in… it was to late to move to the next marina…and they were still showing $1.50 a foot.
The dock boy was rude when I showed him the print outs and wished me a good evening.
Isle of Palms Marina – always a great stop when coming back from Georgetown. Morgan Creek restaurant has only improved and now has outdoor dining, along with their full upstairs covered deck or indoor areas. The meals only get better every time we go! So much to do at IOP Marina – several rental places for wave runners, kayaks, or stand up paddle boards. The beach is a short bike ride away and facilities are in great shape. Skipper Bill Saint
The Isle of Palms Marina (about mm 456) has reduced their transient rates to $1.50/ft. The rate is stay in effect probably until Memorial Day. They also have a Boat US fuel discount. Price was $3.77 for diesel today. It is a small marina with floating docks. Very nice. Mitch
We needed to wait around for a new air handler in the Charleston area, and wanted to get north of Charleston Harbor. Called Isle of Palms to make a reservation, but they told us they were full. When we explained our predicament, the dockmaster told us to come up and he would find a place for us somewhere. We stayed there 3 days having a new air handler installed and getting the system flushed. The ship store and deli were excellent and we had no problem provisioning and even ordered lunch from the deli, which we ate at the dockside tables. We had dinner at Morgan Creek Grill and listened to a live blues duo while we looked out over the boaters coming and going. A nice family atmosphere. Joy and Shel Rabin, aboard m/v Evening Star.
Haven’t stayed at the Marina, but have docked at the Morgan Creek Restaurant (at the marina) all the time. It’s got about 7 boat slips for the restaurant and good food. Melissa Priola
Isle of Palms Marina. This marina has become our marina of choice for the Charleston area. It is city owned and is a busy place with lots of fisherman using the ramp. It can be somewhat noisy. Limited transient dockage. Wi-fi is free, and an excellent marina store with everything a cruiser might want. Good eating choices nearby. Ken Stickrath
Marina personnel are very friendly and helpful. Current is not as much of a problem here as at other marinas in the Charleston area but you do need to pay attention. Great restaurant on site. One of the best Sunday brunches in the area. Name Witheld by Request
Isle of Palms Marina is OK if you can get a berth inside, as the face dock gets rocked, even tho it is in a No Wake Zone. Friendly enough, good heads and showers, a large convenience store, and the restaurant nest to it is very good indeed.| Captain John Cashen
We stayed at Isle of Palms Marina 9-13-07 to 9-19-07. Staff very nice and accomadating like the willingness to take us to the grocery store. A restaurant on site called Morgan Creek Grille is excellent. Half price apps and drink specials weekly. The bike trails are excellent and Poes restaurant on Sullivans Island is a short 5.5 mile bike ride. Scott Weaver
Good Afternoon Claiborne! We have just made reservations to do a one month stay-over at Isle of Palms Marina for next month as we continue our gradual north-bound journey to Baltimore Harbor. We will continue to use your recommendations as we head north thru SC,NC, VA & MD. We are looking forward to our stay-over at Isle of Palm and don’t think we will be disappointed based on the great hospitality when making our reservations. Thank for your help to make our north-bound maiden journey safe and pleasurable! Don and Stacy “Heavenly Daze” Defever 53 POC
Isle of Palms just north of charleston on ICW. ($2.00 a foot) Earlierir in the year they were working on rebuilding bulkheads and docks but it seems to be almost all completed. Great dockhands. Cable and wifi at docks. Very clean and well appointed showers to include a Sauna, yes a sauna. They have the nicest ships store for many a mile. It includes a deli, TV viewing area, boat stuff, wine and cheese stuff, general groceries, souveneirs, and nick nacks. Restaurant on premises with great food and one of the nicer views on ICW. $4.00 Happy hour appetizers, make sure to try the fried portabellas with blue cheese dip my gosh they are great. It is also a fairly well protected place to sit out bad weather. Seriouosly a very nice little marina to stay at with an exceptional restaurnat and view (also not too bad prices). Call ahead to reserve a spot in season though! Pat Banyas Marguerite
Subject: Isle of Palms Marina Cruising News: We just finisned laying-over our boat for 5 weeks at Isle of Palms Marina,SC(ICW Mile Marker 457). Outstanding service, support and facilites. Best staff I have ever experienced in my 35 years of boating. The Marina just finished a major face lift. The on-site restaurant “Morgan Creek” is worth the stay as well. Need anything, Dockmasters Chase & Ryan are a first class act in customer service! Nothing too fancy, just good ole Southern hospitality!!! Don & Stacy “Heavenly Daze” Defever 53 POC
Available. Take taxi to Bi-Lo supermarket 1 mile away for LPG tank exchange
Waste pump-out:
Available. has pump out
Wi-Fi Internet Access:
Not Available
Fuel Availability:
Gas & Diesel Available
Fuel Notes:
89 octane/ethanol free
Fuel Prices (All Taxes Included)
Reporting Date:
April 22, 2024
Fuel Notes:
89 octane/ethanol free
Gasoline Price:
$5.17 (All Taxes Included)
Diesel Price:
$4.86 (All Taxes Included)
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Reviews from Cruisers (5)
Neil Woodside- August 11, 2019 - 8:23 pm
One night stop on a busy Saturday night: $1.50/ft. for dockage includes use of a porta-john on the pier, in serious need of cleaning. No other facilities available. No showers! Dock staff said the owner hopes to build some in future. Channel seems to have been dredged, as we saw plenty of water all the way in.
We pulled in here after a long day southbound on the ICW. They were full, but the staff was very helpful and tied us up at the fuel dock. Easy in, easy out. Good, convenient stop.
I stay[ed] at a small marina, Toler’s Cove Marina, tucked in off the ICW just south of the Ben Sawyer Bridge. It is home to a number of sport fishing boats but they do have room for transients. One of the best things about this marina is there is no current to deal with. The only drawback is they have no restroom or showers at the present time. I found the location to be ideal. It is only about a mile from Sullivan’s Island where I walked to Poe’s Restaurant for one of their famous burgers. About 1.5 miles in the other direction are a couple of grocery stores, West Marine, and number of local restaurants. If you need transportation, the marina manager, Kevin, can arrange it for you. Great spot! Randy Hondros
Visited Toler’s Cove Marina November 12 thru 14, 2011. The marina has been overwhelmed by the condo-plex called Marsh Harbor at Toler’s Cove. The only facilities available for transients are an overnight tie up at the fuel dock, access to a rudimentary head (toilet and sink), and 30/50 amp electric and water. Approach depths and dockside depths were in the 6 to 8 foot range at low tide. Fairways are very tight, with no real room to turn a 37 footer around. Had to drift away from fuel/face dock, then back out fairway, make a reverse T, and then exit past the condos. Best thing about the facility was the price, still 1.25/foot in Charleston area.
Subject: found shoaling Cruising News: Whilst going thru the middle of the entrance to get to Toler Cover Marina (we never made it in) we found what should have been 8′ at low tide, to be 0′ and we ended up grounding. We waited for some tide to come in and were able to get under way. Plus the experience with the person at the marina was not very good. They were non-responsive, rude and then wrong. We were told our 5’9″ draft would be fine and given the bums rush on the cell (they didnt respond to the radio) and practically hung up on us. Also another sailboat found the ground where the harbour in Charleston opened up to the ICW….beware. Sami and Barry Shreve
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