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South Carolina
Lake Murray
Conditions: Clear
for lake fishing, todayWeather is good
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Observed 12 h ago
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Clouds, high 81°F / low 67°F, 0% precip — 93/100 for lake fishing
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Lake Murray is one of South Carolina's premier fishing destinations, covering over 50,000 acres near Columbia. The lake is renowned for its striped bass, largemouth bass, and crappie fisheries, with numerous public boat ramps and access points. Spring and fall offer the best action for stripers, while bass fishing remains productive year-round.
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