Dominion Energy announces opening date for Lake Murray public parks
March 19, 2026
Cash Will No Longer Be Accepted As Payment
Dominion Energy will welcome visitors back to its Lake Murray public parks for the 2026 recreation season next month.
The beach and recreation area on the Lexington side of Lake Murray dam will open for the season from April 1 through Labor Day, Sept. 7. Visitors planning to use the Lexington-side beach and recreation area are reminded that day passes must be reserved in advance through Dominion Energy’s online reservation system at DominionEnergy.com/LakeMurray.
Reservations can be made up to three weeks in advance. Each pass will be valid for the entire day. However, visitors will not be able to reuse the pass once they leave.
“Lake Murray is a favorite summer destination for many visitors across the Midlands and beyond,” said Billy Chastain, manager of Lake Management for Dominion Energy South Carolina. “We’re excited to welcome guests back and encourage everyone to follow boating and swimming safety guidelines while enjoying the parks.”
Parking fees are $5 per vehicle per day and help offset the cost of maintenance, security and improvements at the parks.
New for 2026, the Irmo-side boat launch will no longer accept cash for parking payments. Visitors using the boat launch will need to pay online once they arrive.
Lexington Side Beach and Recreation Area
- Operating Hours:
- Weekdays 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Weekends and holidays 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- $5 day passes must be reserved in advance.
- No lifeguards on duty.
- Pets are prohibited.
- Alcohol is prohibited.
Irmo Side Boat-Launch Area
- Park is accessible to boaters 24 hours each day, year-round.
- Park is accessible to non-boaters 5 a.m.- 9 p.m., year-round.
- A $5 parking pass for boat trailers is required April 1-Sept. 7.
- Swimming is not allowed.
- Pets must be leashed.
- Alcohol is prohibited.
For additional information about Lake Murray, call the Lake Management Office at 803-217-9221 or visit DominionEnergy.com/LakeMurray.
About Dominion Energy
Dominion Energy (NYSE: D), headquartered in Richmond, Va., provides regulated electricity service to 3.6 million homes and businesses in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, and regulated natural gas service to 500,000 customers in South Carolina. The company is one of the nation’s leading developers and operators of regulated offshore wind and solar power and the largest producer of carbon-free electricity in New England. The company’s mission is to provide the reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers its customers every day. Please visit DominionEnergy.com to learn more.
