Peyton Harris and Dalton Head Secure Victory with Impressive Performance The 2024 Strike King Bassmaster College Series presented by Bass Pro Shops unfolded at Lake Murray on January 26-27, 2024, and the University of Montevallo’s dynamic duo, Peyton Harris and Dalton Head, emerged victorious, showcasing their exceptional angling skills. PhotoContinue Reading
In September of the past year, Capital City/Lake Murray Country proudly hosted the renowned Fishing University/University of Fishing National TV show on the breathtaking waters of Lake Murray. The episode features BASS pro-Bryan New from Saluda and Spro’s Jordan Albertson from Georgia, joining hosts Legendary angler Charlie Ingram and co-hostContinue Reading
Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable experience at the Taste of Lake Murray, presented by Lexington Medical Center, scheduled for March 21 at 6 pm at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia. Tickets are now available, offering a night filled with delectable flavors, live music, and a chance toContinue Reading
Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale: Thursday, November 16 The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Visitor’s Center will host its annual Holiday Open House & Gift Shop Sale, on Thursday, November 16, 2023, and you’re invited! The Holiday Open House will take place from 10 AM – 5:00 PMContinue Reading
USA Kayak Fishing Team Qualifier April 25-28, 2024 Pan American Kayak Fishing Championship September 26-29, 2024 Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) is honored to announce that Lake Murray has been chosen as the site for two major kayak fishing championships in 2024. The USA Kayak Fishing Team Qualifier eventContinue Reading
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board’s (CCLMC) Annual Meeting was held on Monday, August 28 at Harbison Theatre. The meeting provided an opportunity for the tourism community and political allies to learn what the organization accomplished in 2022-23 by promoting tourism and economic development in Richland, Lexington, Newberry,Continue Reading
Did you know that July is National Park and Recreation Month? This year’s theme “Where Community Grows” — celebrates the vital role park and recreation professionals play in bringing people together, providing essential services, and fostering the growth of our communities. In recognition, we’re sharing 15 parks to visit inContinue Reading
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board has announced Kelly Hughes has joined the team as Marketing and Communications Manager. Hughes graduated from the University of South Carolina in May with a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications and a minor in Media Arts. Hughes is passionate about local journalismContinue Reading
You can find a variety of “Murray Christmas” items at Lake Murray Country’s Souvenir Shop, located inside the Lake Murray Country Visitor Center. This year the Murray Christmas design is a photograph that local resident, Ross MacNett, took last December of his brightly lit Christmas tree on his Lake MurrayContinue Reading
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) Regional Tourism Board’s Annual Meeting and 40th Year Celebration was held Thursday, August 12th. The meeting provided an opportunity for the tourism community and political allies to learn what the organization accomplished this year in promoting tourism and economic development in Richland, Lexington, NewberryContinue Reading
163 Professional Anglers To Compete for up to $135,000 in Columbia – Season Purse Exceeds $6.4 Million Major League Fishing (MLF) is set to head to Columbia April 22-25, for the MLF Tackle Warehouse Pro Circuit Presented by Bad Boy Mowers, Googan Baits Stop 3 Presented by Favorite Fishing –Continue Reading