Morris Island — Rockhounding in Charleston County, South Carolina

Morris Island is a mapped rockhounding spot in Charleston County, South Carolina. Reported finds include megalodon teeth. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

Access: Public area
County: Charleston County
State: South Carolina
Coordinates: 32.71003, -79.88390

Land & collecting status

Generally open to casual rockhounding

Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig.

Public-land rules vary by agency, season, and field office. The RockHoundR app pulls live BLM, USFS, NPS, and tribal overlays so you can see exactly which agency manages the ground at this spot.

Found at Morris Island

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Megalodon Teeth

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Morris Island FAQ

Where is Morris Island?+

Morris Island is in Charleston County, South Carolina, at 32.71003, -79.88390.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Morris Island?+

Morris Island is reported to produce Megalodon Teeth.

Is collecting allowed at Morris Island?+

Generally open to casual rockhounding. Most public-tagged spots sit on BLM, U.S. Forest Service, or other federal land where reasonable hand collecting of common rocks and minerals is allowed. Confirm posted rules and active mining claims before you dig. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Morris Island?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 32.71003, -79.88390 in Google Maps. Some spots are remote — check road conditions before driving out.

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