Lake James, NC

AKA: James Lake, James Reservoir

Lake Overview
Amenities
Boat Launch Ramps
Marinas
Map
Today's Weather & Forecast
Fish Species Present
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Contact Info

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Fishing Lake, Lake James

About Lake James

The tranquility of James Reservoir awaits your visit for a day on the water. This deep, cold-water lake is a refreshing get-away for water sports, camping, boating and it is home to quite a variety of freshwater fish species. Lake James is a 6,800-acre reservoir with depths up to 120 feet, located in the north-central part of the state.

Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: NEARBY
Restaurant: YES

Boating and recreation on Lake James in Nortn Carolina

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Black Bear Boat Ramp
Plenty of paved parking, a six-lane concrete launch ramp, and three docks make this boat access a favorite. It is located in the northwest sector of the lake, at the convergence of Yancey Road and Lake James Road.

Canal Bridge Boat Ramp
This three-lane, concrete launch ramp is located at the end of James Ave, just south of the Highway 126 Bridge. It has a dock and plenty of paved parking.

Hidden Cove Public Boat Access
Located mid lake, on the south side of the lake off Highway 126, this small, two-lane ramp has limited paved parking and a boat dock.

Linville Boat Ramp
Located at the northern tip of the lake, off highway 126, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and convenient, paved parking.

Marinas

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Map - Camping & Access

Today's Weather & Forecast

Fish Species Present

The lake supports populations of largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, blue catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, bluegill, white bass, striped bass, northern pike and tiger muskie at Lake James in North Carolina.

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