Santee Lakes

Catfish Opener
2026-04-12 06:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
We will be stocking Lakes 2, 3, 4, 6 & 7 with 2,500 lbs of catfish!
Book now 😉
Adult Day Permit
(Ages 16+) $10
Senior Permit
(Ages 60+) $6
Junior Permit
(Ages 15 and under) $6
Extra Pole Stamp
$4

Operation Epic - Laser Tag for Campers
2026-04-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-29 19:00 - 20:00
Hey Campers! Join us for a friendly game of laser tag on the Campground Lawn. No need to sign up, just show up!
We will play every Friday through October.

Fishing 101
2026-04-18 09:00 - 10:30
Come join an experienced angler from our Staff to learn the basics of catching a fish at Santee Lakes! Bring your rod and bait (you can also get bait in the General Store).
Meet in front of the General Store a little before 9:00AM and the event will be 9:00AM-10:30AM.
Please RSVP at this LINK so we know you are coming! The event is FREE.

Camper - Sports on the Lawn every Saturday 10AM-11AM
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-30 10:00 - 11:00
No need to sign up, just join us!

Camper's Craftapalooza
2026-04-18 14:00 - 16:00
You will choose from a variety of fun crafts for all ages!

Lion's Club Pancake Breakfast
2026-04-25 08:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-23 08:00 - 10:30
Come grab some yummy breakfast for a great cause!

Camper's Fun & Games
2026-04-25 14:00 - 16:00
Join us for some good old fashioned games!

Santee Lakes Explorer BINGO!
2026-05-01
2026 Park BINGO Challenge is ON at Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve! 📸
Complete fun park activities, snap photo proof, and win prizes!
🎯 BINGO (one line) = FREE park entry
🏆 Blackout (full card) = Day at the Park Pack
FIND BINGO! CARD AND RULES HERE.
Bring completed cards + photos to the General Store to redeem.
Valid through 2026. See BINGO card for full details.

🪷Spring Market🪷
2026-05-02 10:00 - 15:00
Spring Market will be held on Saturday, May 2 from 10AM-3PM.
This is our newest event inspired by the success of our Ladies at the Lake Fall Market!
We are curating a vibrant mix of talented vendors, bringing handcrafted pieces, unique finds, and special goods that offer something for everyone.
Please see the VENDOR MAP/VENDORLIST
Parking is $10 and the event is free.

Nacho Night
2026-05-02 16:00 - 18:00
It’s almost Cinco De Mayo so let’s have nachos!

Concert Series on the Deck - Appian Way
2026-05-02 17:00 - 19:00
Join us on deck for some great music and fantastic food from Topwater Grill!

Mom's Day Craft
2026-05-09 14:00 - 16:00
Make a little something special for MOM!

Concert Series on the Deck - Josie Day Unplugged - Pop, classic rock, country
2026-05-09 17:00 - 19:00

Concert Series on Deck - FastTrax 70's and pop infused 80's
2026-05-16 17:00 - 19:00
Join us on deck for some great music and fantastic food!
Band features 70’s and pop infused 80s

Campfire & S'mores
2026-05-16 18:00 - 19:00
We bring the s’mores!
Lakeshore Fire Ring

Memorial Day Weekend Fun
2026-05-23 10:00 - 12:00
Slip & Slides, Water Fight and Water Slide on the Lawn in lieu of Sports on the Lawn!
Clubhouse Lawn 10AM-12PM

Concert Series on Deck - Gary Seiler - think Jimmy Buffett
2026-05-23 17:00 - 19:00
Join us on deck for some great music and fantastic food!
