Fishing Tournaments

Outdoor Recreation Near Lake Murray

Check out tournaments and events on the world-class fishery that is Lake Murray! In 2023, Bassmaster named Lake Murray the "Top Lake in the Southeast" and the #4 Lake in the Country for Best Bass Fishing. Also in 2023, Lake Murray held top-tier fishing tournaments like the Bassmaster Elite Series, Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour, and became the location in the US, to host the XVI Black Bass World Championship featuring 25 different countries in attendance. Lake Murray has a strong track record of hosting competitive fishing tournaments like the coveted FLW Forest Wood Cup 6x and generating strong economic impact for the region and has become a favorite for competitive Kayak Bass Fishing Tournaments. There are tournaments for all levels and is sure to keep you busy this tournament season! Scroll our events to find out more!

Lake Murray Levels

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Featured Partners

"Lake Murray is the best Bass Fishing Lake in the world!" Tony Forte, USAngling

2023-24 Tournaments

USA Kayak Fishing Team Qualifier

Lake Murray, SC

Berkley Big Bass Classic Tour

Dreher Island State Park

Pan American Kayak Fishing Championship

Lake Murray, SC

Queen City Kayak Bass Fishing

Saluda Shoals Park

Queen City Kayak Tournament of Champions

Lake Murray, SC

Previous Tournaments

1995 Bass Champions Team Challenge AnglerSport
FLW Tour Events – 1998, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2006
2007, National Bass Circuit
2007, Fishers of Men
2007, Crappie USA
2007, National Bass Circuit
2008, Skeeter Event
Bassmaster’s Elite 2008, 2011, 2023 2024
2011, ABA National
2011, Crappiethon
2011 & 2013 FLW Collegiate National Championship
2018 – MLF Challenge Select
2020 – ACA Collegiate Event
2021 – ACA Collegiate Event
2021 – FLW Bass Pro Circuit
2021 – Major League Fishing
2022 – XVI Black Bass World Championship
2022 – MLF BFL Championship
2023 – Major League Fishing – Bass Pro Tour
2023 – Queen City Kayak Bass Fishing – Fall & Spring
2023 – MLF Phoenix BFL
2023 – SC Bass Nation

More Information

Boat Ramps:

Tournament Hotel Offers:

Bassmaster College Series

Doubletree by Hilton

Bassmaster Kayak

Residence Inn & Townplace Suites

Crayne’s Landing

Crayne’s Landing has been a Lake Murray access ramp for fishermen for well over 40 years! On site is Charlie’s Mini-Mart, a paved boat ramp, floating dock, fishing dock and […]

Dominion – Larry Koon Boat Landing

This access point, located on Lake Murray’s Shull Island, has a boat ramp and a few picnic tables. The restrooms are open during the summer. Features and facilities: Picnic tables, […]

Hilton Recreation Area

This small, wooded recreation area is located on a small cove off of Lake Murray. It offers a fishing pier and a two-lane boat ramp. Two picnic shelters overlook the […]

Jakes Landing

Jake’s Landing is the closest Marina to Columbia and Lexington. With both public access and boat ramps, the facility also offers dry, wet, and land storage options for client’s boats. […]

Kempson Bridge Boat Ramp

This location has one lane boat ramp, courtesy dock, fishing pier and paved parking for approximately 11 vehicle/trailers.

Lighthouse Marina

Lighthouse Marina is your most convenient access to a calming, capitol city getaway. Lake Murray is a perfect setting for all recreational watersports activities and family fun in the sun. […]

Martin’s Landing Marina

Previously the Buffalo Creek Marina, the new Martin’s Landing Marina is located in the Town of Prosperity. It provides a family fun destination on the beautiful shores of Lake Murray, […]

Recreation Area 3- Lake Murray Shores

Here you will find one lane boat ramp, courtesy dock, restrooms, picnic area and paved parking for approx. 50 vehicle/trailers.