Lake Norman, Lake Wylie, Mountain Island Lake, Lake Tillery

People who enjoy the business opportunities, and cultural and recreational amenities of the Charlotte area, but also enjoy the natural beauty of living near a body of water, find opportunities for weekend escapes or daily living at area lakes.

Lake Norman,  North Mecklenburg, Mooresville, West Lake Norman 

With 520 miles of shoreline and 32,500 surface acres, Lake Norman is the largest body of fresh water in North Carolina. Four North Carolina counties border the lake - Mecklenburg, Lincoln,Catawba and Iredell. Lake Norman is a popular location for primary residences and second homes. Family homes, weekend getaways, condominiums and apartments offer lots of ways to enjoy lake living. Lake Norman is 17 miles from Uptown Charlotte.

Lake Wylie, on the NC and SC Border

With 12,455 acres and 325 miles of shoreline, Lake Wylie provides water recreation to residents and visitors in three counties - York County, S.C. and Mecklenburg and Gaston counties in North Carolina. Full-time and weekend residents, as well as visitors,enjoy swimming, boating, water skiing, sailing and fishing on the lake. Lake Wylie is 13 miles from Uptown Charlotte.

Mountain Island Lake

Mountain Island Lake, which covers 3,235 acres, is bordered by Gaston County on the west and Mecklenburg County on the east. Located 10 miles from Uptown Charlotte, it has become a popular location for residential development. Area 42

Lake Tillery

A 5,000-acre lake with 104 miles of shoreline, Lake Tillery is located in the Stanly/Montgomery counties-area near Morrow Mountain State Park.  Residents and visitors enjoy boating, swimming, water skiing and  fishing. Lake Tillery is located 45 miles from Uptown Charlotte.