Carolina King

Area Attractions

Ready to get out and see some sights? Feeling a bit famished? At Carolina King Resort, Campground, and Marina we've got you covered! Below are just a few suggestions of what the low country has to offer just a few minutes from Carolina King. 

Guides and Outfitters

Try your luck with one of our local fishing and hunting guides.

Renegade Bowfishing logo.
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USCG Certified Captain Cole Poplin has been hunting and fishing in South Carolina for over 20 years.

Let's Go Charter Fishing.
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Jim is a great match for you if you don’t want to have to do any of the hard, dirty stuff.  Just sit back, relax, and prepare to reel in some catfish.

Outlaw Outdoors Guide Service.
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Matt will get you hooked up with some crappie, bluegill, and shellcracker.

Santee Cajun Guide Service.
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Captain Mouse knows where the monsters are hiding!

The Great Outdoors

Get out and experience the low country's natural beauty.

The Blue Wall view from the Palmetto Trail. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
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500 miles of cross-state hiking and bicycling paths beside lakes, across mountain ridges, through forests, into towns big and small, across swamps and right through our resort!

Boardwalk trail in Congaree National Park. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
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The largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States.

Fishing pier in Santee State park. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
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Biking and hiking trails and pontoon boat tours of the flooded cypress forest on Lake Marion. 

Ball Cyprus tree trunk in Francis Marion National Park. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
source: fs.usda.gov

259,000 acre forest offering a wide variety of recreational opportunities ranging from hiking, biking, motorcycle and canoe trails.

Dining

Satisfy your hunger with some good Southern cooking.

The Lake House Restaurant. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
source: thelakehousesummerton.com

Serving authentic cuisines for the Summerton and adjacent communities since 2010. 

The Twisted Pig of Summerton BBQ restaurant. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
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The Twisted Pig in Summerton serves true wood-cooked barbecue.

Captain's Quarters Restaurant. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
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From classic fish and chips to succulent lobster, they have something for every taste bud.

Summerton Diner. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
source: google business page

A well-known Summerton Diner thats offers exceptional southern foods and small town hospitality!

Fun & Shopping

There's more to explore in this unique part of the south!

Santee Cooper Golf. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
source: santeecoopergolf.com

Challenging, beautiful golf courses, many within 20 minutes!

Sweetgrass Asian Market. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
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Located in a historical place of Elloree. They offer handmade gifts and clothes at an affordable price.

Gabby's Attic. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
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Gabi’s Attic Antiques & Uniques is a great place to find consignment and collectible items.

Five Rivers Market. Just a short drive from Carolina King on Lake Marion, SC.
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20,000 sq ft of Antique products, furniture, consignments, clothing, jewelry, home decorations, and more. 

Your Lake Marion Adventure Awaits

Carolina King Resort, Campground, and Marina is located in Summerton, South Carolina. One hour north of Charleston and south of Columbia on the beautiful and unspoiled Lake Marion. ​

Questions?

Let us help you plan your ideal low country escapade.
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