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Jewel of South Carolina

Hundreds of thousands of purple martins fly to roost on Bomb Island

Experience The Purple Martin Phenomenon

Each summer the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life, as over a million Purple Martins visit South Carolina to roost.

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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!



Sunset over lake murray

Visiting the Region

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

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The landscape - a river, the road, a city

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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Columbia Conversations | Baking in the American South

The Boyd Horticultural Center

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

Doubletree by Hilton

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

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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