Outdoor Adventure

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South Carolina's Premier Lakefront & Fishing Destination

Welcome to Santee Cooper Country!

Lakes Marion and Moultrie are South Carolina’s largest lake system and home to championship fishing, golfing, camping, kayaking, Revolutionary War history and outdoor fun for the whole family. Visitors love exploring our lakes and getting away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

We like to do things at a little slower pace here in the lowcountry. With amazing sunsets, waterfront camping, listening to the soothing sounds of nature, we welcome you to fall in love with the country.

Your next LAKEFRONT VACATION

If your idea of a five-star hotel is more like a night under the stars, look no further than Santee Cooper County, South Carolina, where we have a number of campgrounds and marinas. Prefer a hotel or motel? We have conveniently located properties, near I-95.

Where to Stay

History & Fun Facts About Santee Cooper Country

With over 43 waterfront campgrounds, 2 amazing state parks, and various hotels to choose from, while you’re here, you will always have a place to stay. With over five counties to explore and 171,000 acres of accessible water to get to know, you will definitely want to pack those flip-flops and hiking shoes.

Hook Good Times

Fishing Strategies & Reports

Since the weather in South Carolina stays pretty mild all year, our lakes never freeze over (like they do up north) allowing anglers to fish all year long. Spring is our prime season with bream, crappie, catfish and bass and striped bass beginning to bed around the lakes.

Let’s go fishing

Where To Eat →

“We were a party of 8 golfers, we ate here 3 nights in a row and everyone was very satisfied. Our server was Lori, she was very attentive, fun, and by the 3rd night she knew what each person drank with their meal and which chairs we sat in! Food was great if not excellent. Try the fried Moon Pie for dessert or the Peach Cobbler.”

Steve Sponcia - Google Reviews

The Lake House Restaurant 5321 Dingle Pond Road, Summerton, SC 29148

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Challenging golf courses that offer Stay & Play packages!

We are a premier golfing destination in the Southeast! Santee National Golf Club – rated four stars by Golf Digests’s “Places to Play.” Lake Marion Golf Course- Tripadvisor says, “ …a perennial favorite with traveling golfers.” Wyboo Golf Club – top 10 Best Public Courses in SC! – By South Carolinina’s State Newspaper.

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SOUTH CAROLINA'S

Natural Beauty

Located in the Sandhills of South Carolina on the western edge of the 110,000-acre Lake Marion, the park offers amazing wildlife encounters, boating, hiking, camping, and many other outdoor activities.

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FIVE COUNTIES

Explore Our Area

We’ve have five fabulous counties in our region that are home to scenic gardens, festivals, museums, boat ramps; and even a butterfly house. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

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historic sites & events

Revolutionary War History Lives in Santee Cooper Country

Step back in time in American History and visit battle sites that were crucial in claiming our independence from the British empire. In Moncks Corner, just a short 30-minute drive from Charleston, you will find Fort Fair Lawn, the most pristine, intact, original American Revolutionary War fortification in South Carolina located on the grounds of the Old Santee Canal Park.

Discover the Sites

South Carolina's Premier Lakefront & Fishing Destination

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