Jewel of South Carolina

Outdoor Recreation

Get outdoors and enjoy fishing, boating, hiking, bird watching and more. A four county region with lots of recreation for your vacation.

Where To Play

Stay and Play

From hotels to camping to cabins and quaint inns, there’s a place to stay for everybody.

Where to Stay

Welcome to Lake Murray Country

Lake Murray, the Jewel of South Carolina, offers official visitor information for vacation planning, world-class fishing, boating, 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.

Plan Your Trip

Visiting the Region

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

Visit Our Cities

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 […]
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Walks in the Parks

Take a trail walk in the world’s largest trees in our National Park. Explore an island park, river walkways and water parks, holiday light drive through parks, history reenactments and […]

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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Purple Martin Tour – Evening Tour

Lake Murray, SC

Purple Martin Tour – Evening Tour

Lake Murray, SC

Ready to Come Home to the Lake? Request a Visitor's Guide

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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

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

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Featured Partner

Stewart Landing offers primary residential and second-home buyers the opportunity to purchase affordable waterfront property in a state-of-the-art community, designed around a lakeshore lifestyle. It’s not just a place you’ll call home […]

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