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A statewide map of North Carolina showing the major lakes, streams and rivers. Drought, precipitation, and stream gage information.
This map shows major rivers, reservoirs, bays, sounds, and lakes of North Carolina. In general, the rivers of North Carolina flow into the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. The largest lakes in North Carolina are Kerr Lake, Lake Mattamuskeet, and Lake Norman.
Cape Fear River, Catawba River, French Broad River, Neuse River, New River, Roanoke River, Yadkin Pee-Dee River. SEE ALSO: EXTENDED ENTRY ON NC RIVERS. Major lakes.
In North Carolina, the five western basins drain to the Gulf of Mexico (Hiwassee, Little Tennessee, French Broad, Watauga, and New). The other 12 basins flow to the Atlantic Ocean.
Whether nestled in a state park or on the outskirts of a city, our lakes are a hidden gem perfect for an afternoon trip. NC’s lakes are perfect for visiting throughout the year, with tons of space to cool off in the hot summer, hiking trails in surrounding forests, and fishing opportunities from your boat or a pier.
While the coast and its beaches get a lot of glory, the lakes in North Carolina are a special place come summertime. There’s no better way to cool off than jumping in one of t he best lakes in North Carolina. We’re showcasing a few of our favorites to kayak, fish, or float lazily in a tube with a beer!
The goal of the project is to provide a more accurate, current, and complete mapping of rivers, streams, and other water bodies in the state. This data will benefit business processes and decision making by state agencies, local governments, stakeholders in the private sector, and general public.
As a bathtub catches all the water that falls within its sides and directs the water out its drain, a river basin sends all the water falling within its surrounding ridges into its system of creeks and streams to gurgle and splash downhill into its river and out to an estuary or the ocean.
Kayaking in North Carolina: The 10 Best Western North Carolina Rivers to Paddle, includes the best kayak launch spots and local outfitters.
Interactive map featuring wild & scenic rivers, water trails and whitewater trips. Search for rivers by difficulty or region and discover resources for boating, camping and fishing.