Dreher Island State Park
Georgia

Dreher Island State Park

Available Activities
  • Hiking
  • Camping
  • Swimming
  • Fishing
  • Boating
✓Verified by America’s State Parks Editorial Team – Updated February 2026

Lake Murray’s Island Resort

Dreher Island is a 348-acre island park in Lake Murray connected by causeways. Full-service camping, villas, and excellent striper fishing near Columbia.

Lodging

TypeUnitsDetails
Villas10Lakefront, full kitchen
Campsites100+Water/electric

Reserve: southcarolinaparks.com or (866) 345-7275.

Fishing

Lake Murray is famous for striped bass, largemouth, and catfish. Marina with rentals.

Is this an actual island?

Yes and no! It’s connected by two causeways, so you drive to the island—but you’re surrounded by Lake Murray on three sides.

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Last updated: February 20, 2026

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