News - Lake Murray Country

Paddling to Victory: Get to know Kayak Bass Fishing

Reading Time: 3 minutes Lake Murray is no stranger to bass fishing. In fact, Bassmaster named it #1 “Best Southeastern Bass Fishing Lake” and #4 in the US in their 2023 100 Best Bass...

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Halloween Comes Alive in Lake Murray Country

Reading Time: 3 minutes The Lake Murray Country region has been bustling for centuries, and with old age comes much history. With Halloween right around the corner, creep it real with spine-chilling stories originating in...

Sep 12

Meet Team Lake Murray Country 2023

Reading Time: 5 minutes Capital City Lake Murray County is returning to the World Food Championships for the third year in a row! The three winning chefs were selected to join “Team Lake Murray...

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Natural Wonders of Lake Murray Country

Reading Time: 2 minutes Capital City/Lake Murray Country is home to two natural wonders that attract visitors from around the world annually: the purple Martin Phenomenon and the Synchronous Fireflies at Congaree National Park. For...

Aug 16

Turn over a new leaf with these awesome autumn activities

Reading Time: 4 minutes As we say goodbye to summertime, the fun continues in Lake Murray Country. The region has a number of fall events and activities to help you embrace the seasonal spirit...

Aug 04

Meet a Local: Realtor, Cat Thornton

Reading Time: 4 minutes Visitors know that the locals often have the best inside information on the region. They’ve found the best restaurants, things to do, and in the case of Cat Thornton, the...

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A Reel Q&A with Reese Melven

Reading Time: 3 minutes August is National Fishing Month, so we thought we’d kick off the month with a Q&A with our Intern Reese Melven. As you’ll come to find out, Reese knows a...

Jul 21

Show your “ap(peach)iation” on National Eat a Peach Day 🍑

Reading Time: 3 minutes National Eat a Peach Day is coming up on Tuesday, August 22. This mouthwatering occasion invites peach lovers to celebrate the vibrant flavors of this beloved fuzzy fruit. To celebrate...

Jul 11

Experience the Purple Martin Phenomenon at Lake Murray

Reading Time: 2 minutes At night, the Purple Martins take flight! Each summer the skies over Bomb Island on Lake Murray come to life as the Purple Martins arrive for their summer vacation. It...