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Chatuge Lake

Georgia

119Listings$15K-$7.2M$68.1MTotal Value
Chatuge Lake, Georgia

The Chatuge Lake real estate market is a top ten marketplace for lake property in Georgia and North Carolina.

Normally there are around 80 lake homes for sale at Chatuge Lake, and around 110 listings for lots and land.

Chatuge Lake is one of Georgia's largest lakes and has 132 miles of shoreline. The closest major airport, Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, is 123 miles away.

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About Chatuge Lake

Towns County, GA

Nestled in the Southern Appalachian Mountains, the scenic beauty of Chatuge Lake shares a border between Georgia and North Carolina giving residents a chance to explore two states on the water.

The water extends from Young Harris to Hiawassee on the Georgian side. For easy access to the city, Asheville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga create a triangle near the lake.

On and Around the Water

The 132-mile-long shoreline of Lake Chatuge is ideal for boating, fishing, skiing, swimming, picnics, and camping.

In the clear water, anglers can catch bluegill, catfish, largemouth bass, spotted bass, hybrid bass, and others.

All water activities may be easily accessed at a number of public boat ramps. The Towns County Recreational Beach has a swimming area, play areas, and lots of picnic tables. A lot of campsites are also situated along picturesque lakeshores, while some provide more secluded settings.

On 33 acres, the Hamilton Gardens in Chatuge Lake are a stunning mix of botanical gardens. It holds the distinction for the Southeast's largest rhododendron collection.

Visit Asheville

Chatuge Lake is about two hours' drive north of Asheville. You and your family will love visiting this city, which is situated in the western North Carolina Blue Ridge Mountains, for its outdoor activities, scientific excursions, and cultural encounters.

The history of the city may be learned by taking a trolley or walking tour. There are also other possibilities, such as browsing the Grove Market's retail offerings or delighting in the cuisine of Isa's French Bistro or Jettie Rae's Oyster House.

The Biltmore Estate is undoubtedly Asheville's most well-known tourist destination. Investigate the estate's miles of gardens and surrounding walking, bicycling, and hiking paths. Visitors may also access a vineyard and a playground.

Essentials If ever in need of medical attention Chatuge Regional Hospital is only 10 minutes away. The nearest airport would be Western Carolina Regional Airport which is less than an hour away. For international travel, the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is your best bet. The Best Place to Experience Lake Life Chatuge Lake may be your home away from home, whether you're looking to purchase a house for your family, discover a place to retire permanently, or find a rental for your trip.

Lake Overview

  • 132mi. of Shoreline
  • 30ft. Avg. Depth
  • 144ft. Deepest Depth
  • Shoreline Borders
    National Park (Some)
    Mountains
  • Dam Name
    Chatuge Dam
  • Year Built
    1940
  • Managed By Tennessee Valley Authority
  • Water Drops
    10 ft
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    7,200
  • Public Boat Ramps
    4
  • Water Level
    Full Pool Year Round
  • Schedule
    May-August

Information

  • Counties: Towns County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Striped Bass Hybrid
  • Condos available (Yes)
  • Interesting facts: The construction took 1,521,831 hours of man labor, including one death and 24 injuries
  • History: Named for a nearby Cherokee Settlement

Restrictions

Amenities

Marinas
(706) 896-2530
107 Boundary Waters Drive
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(828) 389-6155
2397 NC-175
Hayesville, NC 28904
(706) 896-2262
3499 US-76
Hiawassee, GA 30546
Golf Courses
(828) 389-8940
260 Golf Course Rd
Hayesville, NC 28904
(828) 389-9000
113 Curtis St
Hayesville, NC 28904
Campgrounds
2307 Red Banks Dr
Young Harris, GA 30582
(706) 896-5341
2500 Hickory Nut Cove Rd
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(828) 389-6740
47 Ho Hum Loop
Hayesville, NC 28904
(828) 837-5152
465 Jack Rabbit Rd
Hayesville, NC 28904
(762) 500-2055
180 Jarrard Camp Rd
Hiawassee, GA 30456
(706) 896-1415
2626 Streak Hill Rd
Hiawassee, GA 30546
(828) 389-3241
42 Sundowner Cir
Hayesville, NC 28904

Nearby

Hospitals
(706) 896-2222
110 S Main St
Hiawassee, GA 30546
Airports
Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport
2000 GSP Dr, Greer, SC 29651
123 miles away
Western Carolina Regional Airport
5840 Airport Rd, Andrews, NC 28901
31 miles away