lake · Calhoun, Clarendon, Orangeburg, Berkeley, Sumter County
Lake Marion
South Carolina’s largest lake, with broad open water, wooded edges, flooded timber, fishing, and multiple public access areas.
Overall conditions
Conditions appear favorable based on available data.
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Activity outlook
boating Good
Conditions appear favorable based on available data.
fishing Good
Conditions appear favorable based on available data.
kayaking Good
Conditions appear favorable based on available data.
General visit Good
Conditions appear favorable based on available data.
Ratings summarize available conditions. They are not safety guarantees. Check official warnings before entering the water or trail.
Weather
Partly sunny Temperature 82°F
Feels like 84°F
Wind 7 mph SW
Precipitation 20%
Sunrise 6:31 AM
Sunset 8:24 PM
Water observations
stable trend Water level 5.4 ft
Streamflow 4,120 ft³/s
Trend stable
Observation details
- Coordinates
- 33.4543, -80.1748
- USGS station
- No supported station configured
- Observation time
- 7/30/2026, 2:44:48 AM
Practical notes
- • Submerged timber and changing wind conditions require careful route planning.
- • Check Santee Cooper notices and local launch conditions.