Community Information - Greater Columbia Area

Welcome to Columbia, South Carolina, a place that prides itself on Southern charm and hospitality.

Beautiful Columbia is located in the middle of the Palmetto State. The capital of South Carolina, Columbia was also the first-planned capitol in America. Named for Christopher Columbus, Columbia was founded in 1786 and has been the center of government, education, and commerce for the Palmetto State. With over 200 years of history, beautiful Lake Murray, The University of South Carolina, nearby Lake Wateree, and the Army's largest training base; Columbia is the perfect place to call home.

Things to do in Columbia

Related Links

• City of Columbia
• About Richland County
• The State Newspaper
• Columbia Chamber of Commerce
• City of West Columbia
• Discover South Carolina

Camden - Kershaw County
This beautiful southern community that is rich in history is a place where the strength of tradition is mingled with the excitement of the present. Enjoy historic sightseeing, antique shopping, fine dining and much more. Come see what southern living is all about!

• Kershaw County, South Carolina
• Camden, South Carolina
• City of Camden
• Lake Wateree

Lexington County
Lexington is a beautiful southern town located right near Lake Murray, 13 miles from Columbia. This area is a thriving community that has all the necessities of a big city, and has the charm of a small town.

• Lexington County Chamber of Commerce
• Town of Lexington
• Lexington Chronicle

Lake Murray
Welcome to beautiful Lake Murray! Since it's construction in the 1930s as a hydroelectric generating facility, Lake Murray has become the premiere recreational location in central South Carolina.

This beautiful lake is a skiing, boating, swimming, fishing paradise, as well as the site of numerous national bass fishing tournaments held each year! It is also called home by some of the most majestic wildlife in our state.

• Lake Murray Home Page
• Lake Murray Country
• Lake Murray Guide