Leesville – The 19th Annual Weekend With The Pros is set to return to Lake Murray at Captain’s Choice Marine on June 7 and 8. This exciting, family-friendly event will feature world-class wakeboarders Bec Gange and Parker Swope, offering attendees the chance to experience the thrill of wakeboarding up close.Continue Reading
Lake Murray, S.C. – The 11th annual Reggaetronic Lake Murray Music Festival is set to bring fun in the sun to Spence Island on June 15, 2024, from 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM. This year’s lineup features Madds, fresh from performances at Lollapalooza in Chile and Brazil, Zack Deputy fromContinue Reading
Effective June 8 Dominion Energy will have additional safety measures in place for visitors at Lake Murray Public Park. There measures include the following: Pedestrian access will no longer be permitted at the Lexington side recreation area. Visitors must use their vehicles to enter the park during operating hours fromContinue Reading
Mike Schwarz landed an impressive 7.6-pound catch at the boat ramp on the Irmo side of Lake Murray on Saturday, June 1. Using live herring purchased that morning from Lake World, Schwarz’s big catch was celebrated with a photo thanks to Ethan McDaniel, owner of Lake World. Lake World, locatedContinue Reading
Special to Lake Murray News Dreher Island, S.C., May 29, 2024 – The Midlands Striper Club held its monthly Lake Murray tournament on May 18, launching from Dreher Island. Sixteen teams competed, bringing 28 striped bass to the scales with a total weight of 205.34 pounds, averaging 7.33 pounds perContinue Reading
Patrick Walters of Summerville once again showcased his prowess on the waters of Lake Murray, clinching another Bassmaster win with impressive skill and determination. Despite the challenges posed by severe weather, Walters demonstrated his mastery of the sport and emerged victorious in the Minn Kota Bassmaster Elite pro fishing tournament.Continue Reading
Get ready for a weekend filled with angling excitement at the Bassmaster Elite Community Expo, happening on May 11-12 from noon to 5 pm at Dreher Island State Park. This family-friendly event will feature a variety of booths and exhibits, food trucks, live music, and more! What to Expect: BoothsContinue Reading
Excitement is building for the upcoming kayak fishing qualifier event on Lake Murray, set to take place from April 26th to 28th. Hosted by Capital City Lake Murray Country, this event serves as the qualifier for the 2024 USA Kayak Fishing Team. Kayak fishing enthusiasts from across the nation willContinue Reading
Putnam’s Harbor Marina is Open for Business! Putnam’s Harbor Marina is gearing up for the grand opening of its newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Murray, Putnam’s Harbor Marina is poised to elevate the boating experience for both locals andContinue Reading
Over the weekend, young angler Kaden, aged 9, hailing from Red Bank, accomplished a remarkable feat by landing a striper from the dock at the public boat ramp on the Irmo side of the dam. Kaden’s strategic use of herring purchased from Lake World played a crucial role in hisContinue Reading
By Thomas Grant, Jr. Special to the Lake Murray News Dreher Island was the dock site for the monthly Lake Murray fishing tournament held by the Midlands Striper Club. The March 16 tournament had 22 teams who combined to catch 37 striped bass weighing a total of 292.64 pounds. AllContinue Reading