Top Lake Life Activities at Lake Marion
With access to South Carolina’s largest lake, a local state park and more, Santee is a nature lover’s paradise and perfect for all ages. At McCord’s Ferry at Lake Marion, we’ve created a community that allows residents to enjoy all the comforts of modern living while immersing themselves in the tranquility of the great outdoors.
We’ve gathered a list of the best Santee lake activities to help ease you into life by the water. Keep reading to learn about how you’ll enjoy your time as a McCord’s Ferry community member.
Rise and shine with the Santee sun.
Grab yourself a cup o’ Joe and get ready to greet the day. When you live life at McCord’s Ferry, you’ll understand the beauty of a Santee morning. What better way to begin each day than by watching the sunrise cascade across Lake Marion’s calm waters? We recommend enjoying the serenity from our private community dock.
Enjoy nature’s beauty at Santee State Park.
Conveniently located minutes from our lakefront community, Santee State Park presents nature lovers with a wealth of outdoor activities. This 2,500-acre sanctuary provides visitors access to Lake Marion’s waters via its two boat ramps. Guests will enjoy a variety of water activities, including canoe and kayak rentals, fishing, swimming and more.
Those looking to extend their stay can also do so by renting one of the park’s modern, lakeside cabins or pitching a tent at one of the 158 available campsites.
Set sail on the state’s largest lake.
As the state’s largest lake, our scenic Lake Marion covers 110,000 acres with a shoreline bordering five central South Carolina counties. Its expansive waters are perfect for relaxing on the boat while also offering ample space for others to enjoy more extreme activities like wakeboarding and water skiing.
Lake Marion’s waters also allow direct access to the Charleston harbor and Atlantic ocean via a series of lock systems. And when the season is done, McCord’s Ferry residents can store vessels safely at our private RV and boat storage lot.
Cast a line on Lake Marion.
Fishermen flock to Lake Marion’s waters in pursuit of their next big catch. Its grand size ensures there is room for all to enjoy a day on the lake. While Lake Marion is noted for its record-breaking catfish, you’re also likely to land largemouth bass, striped bass, bream and crappie.
In need of supplies? Stop by one of the bait and tackle shops in our local lake communities, and make sure to pick up your South Carolina fishing license too!
Observe the Santee-Cooper County wildlife.
Nature enthusiasts will be delighted to know that our surrounding communities are full of life! Lake Marion’s ecosystem is home to some of South Carolina’s favorite furry and feathered friends. Local species include deer, fox, turkey and more. If you are lucky, you may even spot one of our local Great Egrets!
Our history is also as rich as our ecosystem and, with the help of Fisheagle Wildlife Tours, you’ll be able to enjoy the best of both worlds. Fisheagle offers guests guided tours with lessons in local history, legends and opportunities to spot wildlife upon their 40-foot vessel, the Osprey.
Visit our website to explore all our available single-family home models and everything this scenic lakefront community has to offer. Contact us today to learn how you can start your new life at McCord’s Ferry.
