RECREATION
State Parks
Sesquicentennial State Park
9564 Two Notch Road • Columbia, SC 29223
803-788-2706, 888-88-PARKS
Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930’s, this beautiful 1,419-acre park is surrounded by longleaf pine forests and sand hills and features a scenic 30-acre lake. A two-story house that dates back to the mid-1700's, believed to be the oldest standing building in Richland County, is also located in the park. Camping, picnicking, hiking, biking, fishing, swimming, and nature related activities are just some of the recreational opportunities available. more... map
Recreation Areas
Dreher Island State Recreation Area
3677 State Park Road • Columbia, SC 29127
Located in Prosperity
803-364-4152
Close to 30 miles from downtown Columbia on the shores of Lake Murray, Dreher Island State Recreation Area includes three islands linked to the shore by a causeway and two bridges. Activities often enjoyed include hiking, picnicking, camping, and fishing for largemouth and striped bass. more... mapPlex Indoor Sports
741 Fashion Drive • Columbia, SC 29229
803-360-7300
Located in the Village at Sandhill, Plex Indoor Sports features two indoor turf fields, a roller hockey rink and an indoor skate park. Types of activities include soccer, flag football, volleyball, inline hockey, lacrosse, cheerleading and speed & agility training. more... map
Bowling
AMF Columbia Lanes
1732 Bush River Road • Columbia, SC 29210
803-798-1310
Fun filled bowling center that features 40 lanes with automatic scoring, as well as a restaurant, lounge, and arcade games. map
Golf
Hickory Ridge Golf Course
1300 Bitternut Road • Columbia, SC 29209
803-776-9900
Public nine hole, par 33 golf course that is tree lined and features Bermuda greens, a driving range with both mats and grass, a sand and chipping area, a putting green, and a fully stocked pro shop. Lessons are available, as well as club rentals and golf carts. map
Outfitters & Guides
Adventure Carolina
1107 State Street • Columbia, SC 29033
Cayce
803-796-4505
Named by Paddler Magazine as one of the top ten canoeing outfitters in the nation, this full service outfitter and guide company offers a wide variety of guided canoe and kayak trips, as well as adventure trips, apparel, and outdoor equipment. Rentals are also available. more... mapRiver Runner Outdoor Center
905 Gervais Street • Columbia, SC 29201
803-771-0353
Full service outfitter and guide center that provides guided canoe and kayak eco tours of the Saluda River, Congaree Swamp, and Broad River. Both personal and group tours are available. map
Skating
Plex Indoor Sports & Ice
1019 Broad Stone Road • Irmo, SC 29063
Located 18 Miles Northwest in Irmo
803-732-1900
Iceland Skating Center is a year-round, full-size ice skating rink open to the public for skating, figure skating, and ice hockey programs. more... map
Tennis
Columbia Tennis Center
1635 Whaley Street • Columbia, SC 29201
803-733-8440
There are 14 plexipave tennis courts that are lighted for evening play at this tennis center that also includes a practice area and a pro shop. Individual and group lessons are available. map
Miscellaneous Activities
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