Lake Murray Dam North Recreational Area

Park · Murraywood ·

Lake Murray Dam North Recreational Area

Park · Murraywood ·

Sandy beach, fishing, boating, and picnics with lake views

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2101 N Lake Dr, Columbia, SC 29212 Get directions

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For those seeking a beach day closer to Columbia, Lake Murray Public Park is a staple recommended by local outlets like the Free Times and South Carolina Living. This lakeside escape features sandy shores, swimming areas, and picnic spots with sweeping views of the water. The park is operated by SCE&G, and while there’s a small entry fee, the friendly staff, clean facilities, and locally organized summer events make it a beloved community resource. Paddleboard rentals and fresh-caught fish fries from nearby independent vendors add extra flavor to the experience.

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Lake Murray Dam North Recreational Area

Pop-Pop M.

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A beautiful scenic walk and a nice fishing pier with built in fishing pole holders. Good parking. There is an entry fee but we went in the off season so there was no fee.

mark Y.

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Nice shoreline Park with free parking for automobiles and a good view of the main body of water behind the dam and Holmes on the shoreline across the water and also private boats coming and going

Emmanuela T.

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A great site for birthday celebrations, ladies day out, family fun outings etc. Enjoy the fresh breeze from the lake.

Maxwell A.

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This is an amazing spot to relax alone or with other people. The view of the lake is breathtakingly beautiful. You may see divers, speedboats many happy people having a great time here fishing or just enjoying the calm.

Terry F.

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Bathrooms, covered picnic tables, grills, nice peaceful area for walks fishing or shore entry Scuba

Gina P.

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Beautiful park, perfect for a family picnic, date night to watch the sunset, kayaking, fishing or boating. Access to water for watercraft. No swimming allowed though! There are a few pavilions for shelter w picnic tables and charcoal grills. Bathrooms are decent. The walk across the damn is beautiful and a great way to get your steps in!

Jinhong L.

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This is a very suitable place to take your family to barbecue camping on weekends. We depart from Fountain Inn and the journey is about 1 and a half hours. The scenery of Moli Lake is very beautiful, and we saw many people driving their speedboats over here to play. It was a great experience.

Long G.

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Fantastic location close to the capital to check out lakeside life. A well kept park with plenty of picnic tables and charcoal grills to afford family and friends a cozy place with beautiful views allowing for a day time escape. The location has a boat ramp, fishing dock and a ramp for kayaks and canoes.

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Lake Murray Dam North Recreational Area

Pop-Pop M.

Google

A beautiful scenic walk and a nice fishing pier with built in fishing pole holders. Good parking. There is an entry fee but we went in the off season so there was no fee.

mark Y.

Google

Nice shoreline Park with free parking for automobiles and a good view of the main body of water behind the dam and Holmes on the shoreline across the water and also private boats coming and going

Emmanuela T.

Google

A great site for birthday celebrations, ladies day out, family fun outings etc. Enjoy the fresh breeze from the lake.

Maxwell A.

Google

Terry F.

Google

Bathrooms, covered picnic tables, grills, nice peaceful area for walks fishing or shore entry Scuba

Gina P.

Google

Jinhong L.

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Long G.

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