Better Boating's Hours & Location

Better boating now has two locations on beautiful Lake Murray near Columbia, SC. All of our boats, kayaks, paddleboards, etc. are in the water and ready to go. Click here to download our map of the best Places for Fun on Lake Murray.

Lake Murray Marina at Marina Bay

1602 Marina Rd, Irmo, SC 29063

The Peninsula at SouthShore Marina

3050 US-378, Leesville, SC 29070

Hours of Operation

In-Season (April - Labor Day)

Open Tuesday - Sunday (closed Mondays)
Office Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
*Boating Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
10:00 am to 6:00pm

In-Season (Labor Day - End of September)

Open Tuesday - Sunday (closed Mondays)
Office Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
*Boating Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
10:00 am to 6:00pm

Off-Season (October - March)

Open Tuesday - Sunday (closed Mondays)
Office Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
*Boating Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
(Closed for Thanksgiving & Christmas holidays)

Hours of Operation

In-Season (mid-April - end of May)

Open Friday - Sunday (closed Monday - Thursday)
Office Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
*Boating Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
10:00 am to 6:00pm

In-Season (end of May - Labor Day)

Open Wednesday - Sunday (closed Mondays & Tuesdays)
Office Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
*Boating Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
10:00 am to 6:00pm

Off-Season (October - March)

SouthShore Location will be closed in the Off-Season.
Boats are available at our Lake Murray Marina location.

*NOTE: Boating hours INCLUDE the time necessary to process paperwork, load the boat, and conduct driver training. Boating hours are firm and require prompt arrival. Your early or late arrival may result in a delayed departure.

Amenities at Marina Bay

Marina Bay is a waterfront lifestyle community located just off the
I-26 corridor near Harbison Boulevard. Rental Customers get access to these great amenities.

Liberty on the Lake features a full service restaurant, grill and bar with elevated outdoor seating and killer lake views.
Marina Bay
The Marina features 24 hour security, a ship store, gas dock, and restrooms.

Amenities at The Peninsula

The Peninsula at SouthShore Marina is the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Before or after your outing, take advantage of the complimentary Adirondack chairs and picnic tables.

The Peninsula dock
SouthShore Marina features ample parking, fully stocked ship store, gas dock, and restrooms.