Marine Batteries Shipped to Lake Murray, SC
Lake Murray, west of Columbia, covers about 50,000 acres and has some 650 miles of shoreline. It’s one of the most popular lakes in South Carolina for watersports and fishing.
Marine Battery Source ships marine batteries to Lake Murray, SC. There’s no local storefront here, so everything ships from us: lithium batteries over $150 and lead-acid and AGM batteries go free by curbside truck freight, and chargers and accessories are free over $150.
The water around Lake Murray
Dreher Island State Park sits on peninsulas in the lake, and the Saluda Dam forms the lake at its eastern end. Marinas and public ramps are spread around Lexington, Chapin and Irmo.
Lake Murray’s striper fishery is well known, with fish chasing bait in the main lake in cooler months. Summer weekends bring heavy boat traffic, and the big open basin can get rough. A strong cranking battery is essential.
Fishing near Lake Murray
Striped bass and largemouth bass, and the lake is famous for its summer purple martin roost on Lunch Island. Wake boats and pontoons are common.
Batteries that fit Lake Murray boats
Watersports boats
Wake and ski boats on Lake Murray run big stereos, ballast pumps and lights. A strong cranking battery plus a separate house battery for the audio system is the best setup.
Pontoons and tritoons
Pontoon owners in Lake Murray often ask for more runtime for speakers and lights without giving up a reliable start. A 12V 100Ah lithium battery as a house battery, paired with a dual-purpose AGM for cranking, is a simple and popular setup. If you prefer one battery, choose a dual-purpose model with enough cranking amps for your outboard.
Freshwater fishing boats
Freshwater boats around Lake Murray often go years on lead-acid batteries, but when it’s time to replace them, consider a 24V or 36V lithium setup. Measure your battery trays first, and check your trolling motor’s voltage. If you stay with lead-acid, choose deep-cycle batteries for the trolling motor and a true starting or dual-purpose battery for the outboard.
Seasons and storage
Covered boathouses at lake homes keep boats out of the sun, but batteries still need regular charging.
If you store your boat over winter, charge batteries fully first. Lithium batteries can sit for months with little loss; lead-acid batteries should be kept on a maintainer.
Southern reservoirs get hot in summer, and many boaters use them year round, with a slower season in winter. A boat that sits for a few months should have a maintenance charger or have its batteries disconnected.
Getting your battery to Lake Murray
- Free lithium freight: lithium batteries over $150 ship free, curbside, to the lower 48.
- Parts and chargers: free shipping when your cart subtotal is $150 or more.
- Lead-acid and AGM: free curbside truck freight to the lower 48, the same as lithium.
- Curbside means the driver brings the shipment to the end of the truck at your curb or driveway.
- Inside delivery, or hard-to-reach spots like marinas with restricted access, may cost extra, so a home or business address is usually best.
Popular picks
A few batteries that suit the boats we see from Lake Murray. Click through for current price and specs.
- Interstate 31M-AGM 12V Group 31M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 925 CCA (12V 100Ah AGM, 925 CCA, Group 31M footprint)
- Dakota Lithium DL+ 12V 60Ah Dual Purpose, 1000 CCA LiFePO4 Battery (12V 60Ah LiFePO4, 1000 CCA, Group 24 footprint, 16.5 lb)
- EPOCH 24V 60Ah Pro Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.54kWh) (24V 60Ah LiFePO4, Group 27 footprint, 30 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
- EPOCH 12V 105Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.34kWh) (12V 105Ah LiFePO4, Group 24 footprint, 22.1 lb, internal heating for cold charging)
- Interstate 27M-AGM-A 12V Group 27M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 750 CCA (12V 90Ah AGM, 750 CCA, Group 27M footprint)
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Interstate
Interstate 31M-AGM 12V Group 31M AGM Dual Purpose Marine Battery – 925 CCA
$459.95or 4 interest-free payments of $114.99
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Dakota Lithium
Dakota Lithium DL+ 12V 60Ah Dual Purpose, 1000 CCA LiFePO4 Battery
$599.00or 4 interest-free payments of $149.75
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EPOCH
EPOCH 24V 60Ah Pro Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.54kWh)
$699.00or 4 interest-free payments of $174.75
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EPOCH
EPOCH 12V 105Ah Essential Series LiFePO4 Battery (1.34kWh)
$549.00or 4 interest-free payments of $137.25
Frequently asked questions
Do chargers and accessories ship free?
Chargers, accessories and lithium batteries of $150 or less ship free when your cart subtotal is $150 or more. Otherwise a flat shipping rate applies, shown at checkout.
How do lead-acid batteries ship?
Lead-acid and AGM batteries ship free by curbside truck freight to the lower 48, the same as lithium.
Do you have a store or installer in Lake Murray?
No. We ship to Lake Murray from our store. Professional installation is a flat $99 per battery ($249 for a 24V or 36V lithium bank) anywhere from Venice to Gainesville, with no travel charge.
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