On Lake Norman
Just a short drive from Charlotte, there are plenty of ways to experience Lake Norman in Mooresville, North Carolina. Whether you’re after the adrenaline rush of jet skiing, want to learn how to fish, or want to relax with your family on a pontoon, it’s easy to find a way to enjoy the lake. Check out the following fishing guides and watercraft rentals in Mooresville.
Surf the Lake
Did you know you can surf on a lake?
In Mooresville, you can!
With Ride Wake & Surf Co., you can swap ocean waves for the waters of Lake Norman and still catch that same rush. Their expert instructors make it easy for beginners to stand up on the board, while seasoned riders can push their skills with new tricks. Gliding across the lake on a surfboard is more than just a lesson—it’s a memory you’ll take home with you, and one of the most unique ways to experience Lake Norman.
Fishing Lake Norman
Fishing on Lake Norman – Lake Norman is the largest man-made lake in North Carolina, boasting 520 miles of shoreline and over 32,000 acres of water. Often called the state’s “Inland Sea,” this expansive lake offers abundant outdoor fun and year-round fishing opportunities. Anglers come from far and wide for a shot at trophy catches – Lake Norman has yielded record-breaking catfish, crappie, bass, and perch over the years. Summer days bring peak activity as rising water temperatures get the fish biting, but enthusiasts enjoy successful fishing in every season – even in the crisp chill of winter or the warmth of spring
Lake Norman’s waters are teeming with fish. You can reel in popular sportfish like largemouth bass and the lake’s plentiful spotted bass, or chase hard-fighting striped bass (now stocked as hybrid striped bass) that roam the open waters. White perch often school in huge numbers, keeping rods bent, while slab crappie and bream (bluegill) attract those after panfish. Don’t forget the catfish – Lake Norman holds hefty blues, channels, and flathead catfish lurking in the depths. There are even the occasional longnose gar cruising these waters. Whether you prefer casting topwater lures at sunrise or dropping bait deep near the dam, Lake Norman offers something for every angler, from novice to pro.
Water Bugz Fishing Guide Service
Fish On! Guide Service
Stay • Play • Paddle • Peddle
Visit Lake Norman State Park
Watercraft Rentals in Mooresville, NC
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