# 10 - Big Island Day-
-Lake Murray-
Rated: Easy
4 - 5 miles, round-trip
This is a special blueway for the adventurer!
In the short distance of 4-5 miles roundtrip, you'll
have the opportunity to visit 5 islands, each with
with unique personality, topography and places to
explore. There are many places to picnic, hike and-
-kayak camp.
Difficulty: Easy.
Distance: 4 - 5 miles, round-trip.
Time: 3 - 4 hours.
Crowds: Moderate.
Put In / Take Out: Larry Koon Landing, 1523 Shull Avenue, Gilbert, SC 29054.
GPS: 34.047222, -81.359333 or 34°02’50.0”N, 81°21’33.6"W
GPS Coordinates for Misty Island (middle island): 34.059306, -81.392278 or 34°03’33.5”N, 81°23’32.2"W
Fees/Permits: None.
Current: Negligible, generally a southeast direction.
Precautions: Winds above 10 MPH can be tough for a paddler on Lake Murray. There is a lot of open
water for wind to intensify and cause waves/whitecaps. Be mindful of fast moving motorized boats and
use your paddle to signal your location.
Water Level: For this Blueway paddle trail, water level is not as much of a concern.
For Lake Murray Water Levels, click HERE.
Weather on the Trail: Click HERE
