6 Recommended Places to Find Megalodon and Other Sharks Teeth in Charleston, South Carolina

By Mark A. Leon

Here are some of the best places to find megalodon and other shark teeth in Charleston, SC:

1. Morris Island: Known for its abundance of shark teeth and fossils, including megalodon teeth.

2. Folly Beach: Particularly the south side of the Folly Beach Pier. This area is especially good during winter months when there are fewer tourists, and after dredging which stirs up fossils.

3. Crab Bank in Mount Pleasant: Accessible by kayak from Shem Creek, this small island is good for finding shark teeth at low tide. It is a protected bird sanctuary, so there are periods of the year it is off limits. Please research ahead of time on accessibility.

4. Drum Island: Great for finding small- to medium-sized shark teeth.

5. Summerville area: Known for yielding shark teeth in construction sites and areas where fill dirt has been brought in from Summerville.

6. Ashley River: Searching the banks at the very top of the river can be productive.

For guided experiences, companies like Charleston Outdoor Adventures offer fossil hunting tours to Morris Island, where you can search for megalodon teeth and other fossils with expert guidance[6].

Remember that for megalodon teeth specifically, you may need a hobby license if you are searching below low tide mark, which costs $5.00 for in-state and $10.00 for out of state – Click HERE for license application.

Additional Articles and Resources

Searching for Megalodon Teeth near Charleston South Carolina 

Where to find shark teeth near Charleston – Suz Marks the Spot

Hunting for Megalodon teeth : r/Charleston – Reddit 

Shark Tooth and Fossil Hunting Tour – Charleston Outdoor Adventures