| Jet Skis: |
| Are they permitted? Yes
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| Swimming: |
| Can you swim in the lake? You can swim in the lake however there is only a few access points open to the public, |
| Water quality? |
| Very Good |
| Water Level: |
| Average water level variance? 20 feet |
| Boat Docks: |
| Are they permitted? Yes there are many boat docks however if you buy land that doesn’t have one you do have to go through a process to see if that particular lot will be allowed to have one and how big it can be. |
| Power Boats: |
| Are they permitted? Yes the lake is primarily powerboats however there are lots of sailboats, antique boats, fishing boats, jet ski’s and even sea planes. There are two air parks on the lake. |
| Depth of Lake: |
| Some areas are as deep as 100 feet |
| Nearby cities: |
| Charlotte is the main city nearby however the main one however it is not on the lake. Mooresville (Race City – known for NASCAR) is one, Cornelius, Huntersville, Davidson, Sherrill’s Ford, Denver, Troutman and Statesville all surround the lake. |
| Nearest airport: |
| Charlotte Airport is about an hour from Mooresville at close to the top of the lake however it is about 30 minutes from the bottom of the lake. |
| Building restrictions: |
| There are many restrictions that are either from Duke Energy that owns the lake as well as restrictions based on a Home Owners Association that a home or property may be in.
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Lake Norman
Fishing Information |
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Popular game fish in Lake Norman include crappie, bluegill and yellow perch, as well as striped, largemouth and white bass. The smaller park lake also has some choice fishing spots. Regulations of the NC Wildlife Resources Commission apply for both lakes.
Terrell Bait & Tackle Shop
828-478-2024, Sheirrle Ford & Highway 150, Terrell, NC 28682
Stutts Bait & Tackle Shop
704-664-3106, 571 Stutts Rd, Mooresville, NC
Tackle Town
704-483-1007, 786 N Highway 16, Denver, NC
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Lake Norman
Boating Information |
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Pedal boats and canoes are available for rent from the swimming area bathhouse at the Lake Norman State Park (www.ils.unc.edu/parkproject/visit/lano/home.html). Boats are available daily from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. during the summer and from noon to 5 p.m. on some weekends in spring and fall. Privately owned boats and watercraft may access Lake Norman from the boat launch area located at the south end of the park. Use of the area is free, but cars must leave the parking area by the park's closing time.
Lake Norman Sailing Club
704-483-3005, 1887 Yacht Club Dr, Denver, NC
Duke's Marina
704-663-7292, 1479 River Hwy, Mooresville, NC 28117-9099
Lake Norman Marina Inc
704-892-1775, 18901 Statesville Rd # A, Cornelius, NC
Midway Marina
828-478-2333, 8693 Nc Highway 150 E, Terrell, NC 28682-8711
Inland Sea Marina
704-664-4414, 899 Commodore Rd, Mooresville, NC 28115
Boat Rack (Boat Dealer and Marina)
828-478-2118, 7865 Spinnaker Bay Dr, Sherrills Ford, NC
Boat Connection (Boat Storage, Repair and Dealer
704-489-2700, 5142 Slanting Bridge Rd, Denver, NC
Mountain Creek Marina
704-483-0077, 7515 Stonewall St, Sherrills Ford, NC
Aaa-O Saltshaker Yacht Charter
704-892-5990, 398 Stonemarker Rd, Mooresville, NC
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Lake Norman
Camping Information |
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(Lake Norman State Park) Family Tent/Trailer Camping: Tent pads, picnic tables and grills are available at 33 sites on a first-come, first-served basis for a fee. Occupancy is limited to one family or six people per site. Park gates are locked at the posted closing hours. Campers may not leave the park after closing or before 8 a.m. except in an emergency.
Group Tent Camping: Walk-in group campsites may be reserved by organized groups for a fee. Campers without reservations must confirm site availability with park staff before occupying a site. No more than 25 people are permitted on each site. Drinking water and restrooms are available nearby; picnic tables and a fire ring are provided at each site.
Wildlife Woods Campground
704-483-5611, Nc Highway 150, Sherrills Ford, NC
Drum's Family Camp
828-478-2458, 3531 Mount Pleasant Rd, Sherrills Ford, NC
Duke Power State Park
704-528-6350, 159 Inland Sea Dr, Troutman, NC
Holiday Land Marina & Campground
704-483-5746, 2862 Hilton Ln, Denver, NC
Ramsey Creek Park
704-892-7852, 18441 Nantz Rd, Huntersville, NC
North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
http://ils.unc.edu/parkproject/ncparks.html
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Lake Norman
Local Area Businesses |
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The towns and communities in Lake Norman are thriving with life and enthusiasm, making Lake Norman the ideal place to live, work, and especially play. Lakefront communities, golf course living, and a small town atmosphere all add up to an unmatched quality of Carolina life.
Mooresville Golf Center
704-664-3200, 622 Bluefield Rd, Mooresville, NC
Point Lake Golf Club
704-662-7985, 2214 Brawley School Rd, Mooresville, NC
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