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Jul 1, 2023 · Top ways to experience Lake James State Park and nearby attractions. Kayak Tour of Lake James. Half-day Tours. from. C$178.10. per adult. Horse and Carriage Ride through Moses H. Cone Park. 23.
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- Hotels near Lake James State Park: (0.53 km) Centrally located at Lake James. Close to Lake James State Park (Paddy's (13.52 km) Hampton Inn Marion...
- Restaurants near Lake James State Park: (12.76 km) Bruce's Fabulous Foods (12.14 km) Countryside BBQ (12.17 km) Jalapeno Fresh Grill (3.04 km) Slic...
- Attractions near Lake James State Park: (3.13 km) Lake James Neighborhood Store (11.32 km) Silver Fork Winery (7.63 km) South Creek Vineyards & Win...
Jun 3, 2024 · The CDC provides a few recommendations: Keep your hands clean by washing them regularly. If you’re eating after swimming, be certain to scrub your hands with soap before jumping into that midday snack. Avoid drinking unsafe water, including unpurified water from the lake, streams, or rivers. Be sure to close your mouth when going underwater.
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Like most of the other lake parks in the State Parks System, Lake James is all about the water. When we were driving in, we were mesmerized by the sparkling clear water. The sun hits off of it beautifully at the higher elevation and the mountains all around it give the light plenty of shade and shadows to jump in and out of. It is just beautiful. W...
Our favorite thing to do at any State Park is to get on a trail and get lost in the woods. Lake James State Park has a ton of really great trails. All together, they have close to 20 miles of hiking trails, with 15 of them accessible to biking trails. These are at both Paddy’s Creek and Catawba River access points. We have done trails at both of th...
Another really big part of Lake James State Park is the camping. There are a ton of camping areas here at this park with some really unique options. There are a little over 50 tent camping sites. About 30 of them are hike in campsites, meaning you will have to carry your gear anywhere from 100 to 300 yards into the woods. If you have a lot of gear ...
About the Park. Located in Burke and McDowell counties 50 miles northeast of Asheville, Lake James State Park includes two areas to access this picturesque lake that is perfect for boating, swimming, and fishing. Campsites at both Catawba River and Paddy's Creek accesses provide an opportunity to spend the night by the lake, with some sites ...
Started in 1987, Lake James State Park had 471,566 visitors in 2014. The park added 2,915 acres (1,180 ha) purchased from Crescent Resources, which once managed Duke Energy real estate, in the Long Arm Peninsula and Paddy's Creek areas in 2005. On January 11, 2016, Governor Pat McCrory announced the addition of 129 acres (52 ha) with 8,900 feet ...
The maximum drawdown is 17 feet. Lake James is a deep water lake with a maximum depth of 115 feet and an average depth of 65 feet. Lake James State Park, 565 acres located in the central part of the lake, offers campers twenty campsites complete with firepit, picnic table, and tent space. Running water, restrooms, and hot-water showers are ...
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To canoe and camp overnight, make reservations online. Pick you site and pay online - easy. There are two easily accessible areas for camping over night only allowing boats; no foot traffic or cars to worry about. 5000 feet will get you to either site by canoe, which are $30 per 24 hours.
