Lake Norman State Park (8 Great Things to Do!)
Lake Norman State Park manages 1,900 acres of NC’s largest manmade lake. Our guide shares its history and things to do for all visitors—especially families!
Lakes
Falls Lake State Recreational Area (and the Best Things to Do There!)
Falls Lake State Recreational Area is the perfect getaway from some of North Carolina’s biggest urban centers. The NC State Parks-managed reservoir sits in Durham and Wake Counties, within 30 minutes of downtown Durham and 45 minutes from Raleigh. If you want to visit this gorgeous North Carolina State Park, we’ve created this travel guide … Read More
Shelley Lake (How To Enjoy One Of Raleigh’s Best Parks!)
Shelley Lake Park in Raleigh is one of our favorite trails! With boathouses, a small pond, and a 2-mile loop, this is the perfect way to spend a day outside!
Bear Lake Reserve (Everything You Need to Know about this NC Mountains Getaway)
Nestled in the mountains of Jackson County NC is Bear Lake Reserve, an all-inclusive luxury resort perfect for families, romantic getaways, and making memories.
Lake Waccamaw State Park (11 Things We Love About It!)
Inside Lake Waccamaw State Park, you’ll find beautiful overlooks, fairly easy walking trails, and rare plant life (including the native Venus flytrap!).
Remembering The Lake Lure Flowering Bridge (and Why We Love It!)
This article is a temporary memorial to Lake Lure Flowering Bridge while it rebuilds and recovers from Hurricane Helene. We encourage you to support them and their neighbors throughout Western NC that were affected by the storm. The Lake Lure Flowering Bridge is a one-of-a-kind North Carolina attraction that belongs on everyone’s bucket list. Located … Read More
30+ Interesting Lake Norman Facts You Should Know (History and More!)
These interesting Lake Norman facts cover basic stats and geography, the interesting history of Lake Norman, including stories of people who lived here before.
Lake James State Park (10 Great Things to Do!)
Lake James State Park is one of our favorite NC state parks, and we want to share some of the best things to do here.
25+ Great Things to Do in Lake Norman (Nearby Towns and Parks)
With 520 miles of shoreline, there are so many things to do in Lake Norman, North Carolina, no matter which part you’re exploring!