About
Ripley Light Yacht Club is a private marina that prides itself on customer service, convenience, and providing an unprecedented boating experience. Since completion in May of 2006, Ripley Light Yacht Club has strived to set itself apart from other marinas.
We offer slips ranging from 30 to 75 feet and Linear dockage up to 140 feet. Our power supply is 3 phase 120/240, and we can accommodate 30/50/100 amp power. We offer service to Permanent tenants from one-month dockage to annual contracts. In addition, we are able to service short term transient customers with daily rates. Amenities are offered to all (Pump-out service offered to transients for $5.00 fee). Please call 7 to 10 days in advance for transient reservations, and we will be more than happy to accommodate both single vessels and multiple parties…
Amenities to include
- Close proximity to downtown
- 3 hotels within walking distance
- Hot showers and secure bath facilities
- Plenty of Parking and short walk to vessel
- Parts and supply delivery from West Marine / Port Supply
- Vendor referrals upon request
- Fueling facility in inlet
- Free Pump-outs for our Perm and transient tenants
- Overnight discounts at all 3 hotels
- Boat Storage in our onsite lot
- Sheltered marina in Charleston
- Wide bays for dockage
- Ice Purchase on Property
- Free Wifi for Perm and transient tenants
- Very knowledgeable staff to assist with landside and onwater travel
- 2 convenient venues for events (For rent: Discount for Perm or Transient)
Please feel free to contact us for further info or for reservations at (843)-766-0908 or by email at [email protected]
Rates
Call to discuss seasonal or annual availability and rates.

The CANOPY @ RLYC
IMAGINE YOURSELF UNDER THE CANOPY

The Canopy
The Canopy event space, located at Ripley Light Yacht Club, is an open air space for all your event needs. Whether you are hosting an oyster roast, a charity event, or a celebration, this outdoor space – complete with sunset views overlooking our beautiful Marina on the Ashley River – has something for everyone.
OUR SPACE
The 7,000 SF private space can accommodate parties of up to 150 guests. Parking is available as are electric hook-ups, male and female bathrooms, and parking for 70+ automobiles.
When booking your event, you have a choice of location to set up – depending on the needs of your event. Under the Canopy of sails or the Canopy of Oaks, this is the outdoor space of low country dreams.
DETAILS
- UNDER THE SAILS – 86 ft x 86 ft epay deck with 4 foot rails around ¼ has covered canopy
- 3 available picnic tables
- Electric power provided on all sides
- 20 ft from the gravel parking lot
- Both men’s and women’s bathrooms onsite
- 3 hotels within short walking distance.
- UNDER THE OAKS – sheltered by 10 beautiful Oak tree providing 200 feet by 80 feet area for setup Shaded areas Beautiful marina and inlet views
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Get in Touch

Kelley Poe
General Manager
Kelley Poe is a life-long Charlestonian, a proud graduate of Porter-Gaud and the College of Charleston. He has been in the Marina industry for the last 10 years. As an Elected Certified Marina Manager, Certified Marina Operator, Licensed Realtor, and Project Manager, he is in tune with the fine details necessary to deliver a top notch experience for your Stay.
Contacts
Better yet, see us in person!
We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have!
Address
95 Ripley Point Dr. Charleston,
Charleston, SC 29407
Phone
(843)-766-0908
E-mail
[email protected]
Fall / Winter Hours
Mon-Sat (9am to 4pm) / Sun (9am to 1pm)
Spring / Summer
Mon-Sat (8:30 am to 5pm) / Sun (9am to 2 pm)