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Travel Experts Say These Are The Best Lake Destinations In North Carolina and South Carolina

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A few years ago I took a pretty significant swim in the ocean and I had a leg full of jellyfish stings to show for it.  Ever since then I only get ankle deep in an ocean but I will venture a little further when it comes to a lake.  Lucky for us there are plenty to choose from around here.  Travel experts say these are the best lake destinations in North Carolina and South Carolina.

Travel Pulse shares their lake expertise and compiled a list of the best lake destinations in every state.  Beautiful lakes are dotted all over North Carolina and South Carolina.  You might be wanting to head to one for the long Labor Day weekend.  Some lakes in other parts of the country were created by glaciers but around here some of the best ones are man made.

No matter if you are looking for a place of solitude or plenty of action, there is a lake around here that you will love.  Let’s take a look at what travel experts consider the best lake destinations in North Carolina and South Carolina.

Travel Pulse says the best lake in North Carolina is Lake Norman. They call it a “dream come true” for lake lovers.  There are no horsepower restrictions, miles and miles of shoreline and great restaurants near every cove.

Another man made lake takes the coveted top lake spot in South Carolina. In the northwest part of the state you will find Lake Keowee.  Take in mountains views, quiet coves and endless recreational opportunities.

Travel experts say these are the best lake destinations in North Carolina and South Carolina.  To learn more get tips on lakes all across the country right here. What is my favorite lake in North Carolina.  Give me Lake Lure, North Carolina all day long.  There are horsepower restrictions.  But who needs a big boat when you can kayak, canoe or just sit in the lake and enjoy the beauty of the North Carolina mountains.  Ahh yes, relaxing just thinking about it.

Posted by Lake Norman on Monday, April 4, 2016

5 Places To Rent A Boat On Lake Norman North Carolina

Summertime is here! And while the 4th of July may be behind us there are still many weekends left to get out on the lake and enjoy some fun in the sun. Whether you like skiing or wakeboarding, tubing, floating, or just enjoying a cold beverage taking out the boat is the prime summer activity. But what if you don’t have a boat or a friend with a boat? Never fear you can rent one! There are several places to rent a boat on North Carolina’s Lake Norman.

Lake Wylie is just a short drive north of the Charlotte area and borders places such as Mooresville, Cornelius, and Huntersville. It’s by the far the most popular lake in the area with lots of cool spots to dock your boat.

Keep in mind many rental places require at least one person to have a North Carolina boating license. To receive one you have to take an approved boating education course. So if you are planning on renting make sure you inquire about the rental company’s policy.

Is Lake Wylie your lake of choice? Check out 5 Places to Rent a Boat On Lake Wylie!

5 Places To Rent A Boat On Lake Norman

  • Lake Norman Stay and Play

    Address: 

    1479 River Hwy.

    Mooresville, NC 28117

    Website

    22' Harris 90hp Yamaha

    Posted by Lake Norman Stay and Play on Monday, June 1, 2015

  • Cornelius Pontoon Rentals

    Address: 

    15901 N.C. 73

    Huntersville, NC 28078

    Website

    Another 5 star day #bestreviewspontoonrentals #bestboatrentals #pontoonwithcaptain #outoftownpontoons #partyonpontoons #pontoongetaways #nearbypontoonsforrent #hireacaptain

    Posted by Cornelius Pontoon Rentals on Sunday, June 26, 2022

  • Crown Harbor Boat Rentals

    Address: 

    21660 Crown Lake Dr.

    Cornelius, NC 28031

    Website

    Haven't been out on the water yet? Here's your checklist for getting your boat ready for fun! https://mngstr.com/boat-ready

    Posted by Morningstar Marinas on Wednesday, July 6, 2022

  • Safe Harbor Westport

    Address: 

    7879 Water Oaks Dr
    Denver, NC 28037

    Website

    Try out one of our BRAND NEW Bennington Tri-Toon Rentals this weekend or next for $100 OFF! Book a full-day weekend...

    Posted by Safe Harbor Westport on Thursday, April 21, 2022

  • Lake Effects lake Norman

    Address: 

    571 Stutts Rd

    Mooresville, NC

    Website

    Thank you Foothills Marine of Lake Norman! Club members will be enjoying this amazing tritoon — with a chilled cup holder 🥶. Check it out at our Midway Location.

    Posted by Lake Effects Lake Norman on Friday, May 27, 2022

Catherine Lane is the morning show co-host and midday host on Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for the past 24 years and is a recipient of the Academy of Country Music Major Market Personality of the Year award. Catherine has been on air in both radio and television in the Queen City for 38 years. As a content creator for Country 1037, Catherine writes blogs on local events and restaurants. She also writes about great travel spots and out of the way places in the Carolinas. Anything outdoors, travel, food, animals or the many country artists from the Carolinas.

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