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11 Best and Fun Things To Do In Irmo, South Carolina


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Situated on the outskirts of Columbia, South Carolina, on the shores of Lake Murray and the Saluda River, Irmo is recognized for its breathtaking landscape and one-of-a-kind mixture of rural and suburban surroundings. With a rich history, this town offers plenty of sights and activities to explore.

The town is home to several parks and trails, making it ideal for nature lovers. Visitors can also stop by Lake Murray for some swimming, sailing, or fishing.

And, if you’re feeling more adventurous, you can take a boat to Bomb Island. The island is especially great for bird watching.

Here follows our list of top attractions and favorite things to do in Irmo, South Carolina

The 11 Most Popular Things To Do In Irmo, South Carolina

11. Jim Spence Islands

4.7 ★★★★★ (20 reviews)

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10. Lake Murray Dam North Recreational Area

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,218 reviews)

Location: 2101 N Lake Dr Columbia SC

Tel:  803 217 9221

9. Lake Murray Public Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (1,230 reviews)

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Location: 1832 1834 N Lake Dr Lexington SC

Tel:  803 217 9221

8. Michael J & Mary Meech MUNGO PARK

4.7 ★★★★★ (23 reviews)

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Location: 2121 Lake Murray Blvd Columbia SC

Tel:  803 772 1228

Web Address:   https://icrc.net/parks

7. Irmo Community Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (260 reviews)

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Location: 7473 Church Street Irmo SC

Tel:  803 781 7050

6. Saluda Shoals

4.7 ★★★★★ (424 reviews)

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Location: 6071 Street Andrews Road Columbia SC

Tel:  803 213 2053

Web Address:   https://icrc.net/parks/saluda-shoals-park/about-saluda-shoals-park

5. Irmo Town Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (430 reviews)

Location: 7330 Carlisle Street Irmo SC

Tel:  803 781 7050

4. Seven Oaks Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (857 reviews)

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Location: 200 Leisure Ln Columbia SC

Tel:  803 772 3336

Web Address:   http://icrc.net/seven-oaks-park

3. Community Park of Irmo

4.7 ★★★★★ (903 reviews)

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Location: 7507 Eastview Dr Irmo SC

Tel:  803 781 7050

2. Saluda Shoals Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (934 reviews)

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Location: 5605 Bush River Road Columbia SC

Tel:  803 772 1228

Web Address:   http://icrc.net/saluda-shoals-park

1. Frankie’s Fun Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (3,523 reviews)

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Location: 140 Parkridge Dr Columbia SC

Tel:  803 781 2342

Web Address:   http://frankies.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Irmo, South Carolina! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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