A long-delayed state park on the shores of Lake Murray is taking steps toward opening later this year, even as another public park has opened with tighter rules for access this summer lake season.

Lake Murray ranks as top US water sports destination, while Pine Island State Park's upcoming opening will double swimming access at the lake.

South Carolina’s newest state park has an opening date. Park officials on Wednesday updated the Lake Murray community on plans for Pine Island, which will now have a “soft opening” to the public on ...

The Patrick Henry High School cross country team gathered at Lake Murray Community Park earlier in the school year. (Photo by Beth Pollard) “Have you heard they’re shutting down Lake Murray on the ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — As Memorial Day weekend approaches, many Midlands families are expected to head to local lakes, rivers and pools. Lake Murray, a popular favorite, will see a major change this year as ...

A long-delayed state park on the shores of Lake Murray is taking steps toward opening later this year, even as another public park has opened with tighter rules for access this summer lake season.

“Have you heard they’re shutting down Lake Murray on the weekdays?” a teammate asked me as we ran from the lake back to school, a 0.8-mile route I’ve taken almost every day while running on Patrick ...