Jewel of South Carolina

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Halloween Comes Alive in Lake Murray Country

This Halloween, explore Lake Murray Country's haunted history with spine-chilling tales of ghosts and underwater graveyards, along with eerie museum tours and haunted attractions for a spook-tacular adventure

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Explore Lake Murray Country Podcast

Join us as we hear fun, uplifting and unique stories about living life to the fullest from Palmetto State locals who call Capital City/Lake Murray Country home.

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Welcome to Lake Murray Country

Lake Murray, the Jewel of South Carolina, offers official visitor information for vacation planning, world-class fishing, boating, and golf packages with fun and free things to do for the entire family. Visitors love exploring our great outdoors and three rivers while being close to downtown Columbia. Book your Lake Murray Country adventure today!

Visiting the Region

We’ve got a diverse four county region and something for everyone.

Visit Our Cities

The landscape - a river, the road, a city

A golf course with a lake, forest and a sand trap

What We’re Known For

Arts and culture, family fun and endless sports and outdoor activities

The Food Scene

Capital of Museums

Walks in the Park

Top State Attractions

Sports Enthusiasts

Featured Itineraries

From relaxing on the lake to fishing for bass to getting a taste of our culture and dining, use our itineraries as a jumping off point for your next trip.

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The Food Scene

The Food Scene in this region is sizzling hot! You can have an exquisite four course meal, a family-friendly southern meal, a down-home Southern Barbeque feast or an authentic farm […]

What's Happening

From major fishing tournaments to concerts and more, Lake Murray’s events keep visitors entertained all year long.

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October Harvest Dinner at City Roots Farm

Oct 14, 2024

City Roots Farm

Taste of Lake Murray 2025 | Lake Murray’s 4th of July Fundraiser

Mar 27, 2025

Doubletree by Hilton

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Dine & Entertain

Explore the region’s many restaurants, entertainment venues with lots of metropolitan nightlife and quaint shopping districts.

Where To Eat

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Take Home a Piece of Lake Life; Visit Our Souvenir Shoppe

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Featured Partner

Meet Capital City/Lake Murray Country’s Partner of the Year! Riverbanks Zoo & Garden is home to more than 3,000 magnificent and fascinating animals and one of the nation’s most beautiful […]

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