Lake Mayo

Person County, North Carolina

Lake Mayo is located just outside of Roxboro, North Carolina, near the North Carolina-Virginia border. Raleigh is under 70 miles away, the perfect day trip location.

The closest hospital to the lake is Person Memorial Hospital, and the nearest airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

In the nearby Roxboro area, residents can shop at Roxboro Square and enjoy local restaurants such as Savannah Jack's Cafe and Veracruzana.

Endless Opportunity

Spanning across 2800 acres, Mayo Lake provides residents plenty of space to relax and explore.

Because the shoreline was left undisturbed, it is a habitat to much of North Carolina's native animals, and hundreds of species of birds can be sighted and heard.

Mayo Park has RV campsites, primitive tent sites, cabins, and tent sites with electricity. The location also has lake access, canoeing, kayaking, a fishing pier, six miles of trails, three playgrounds, a nine-hole disc golf course, and eight picnic shelters.

Anglers looking to toss out a line can find largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, bowfin, and pike here.

The Small Town of Roxboro

When visiting Roxboro's nearby town, there are plenty of activities to do in the quaint location.

One frequently visited attraction is the Tunnel Creek Vineyards, where guests can do wine flights, tastings, and host events.

Residents can also visit Mayo Lake Park. Here, visitors can take on various hiking trails, sightsee wildlife and views, and set up camp.

Explore Raleigh

As the capital of North Carolina, Raleigh has lots to do and see!

Pullen Park was the first public park in North Carolina and remains a great place for families and young children to enjoy the day outside. This park offers paddle boat rentals, carousel rides, playgrounds, train rides, and more!

Raleigh is home to many museums such as the North Carolina Museum of Art, Museum of Natural Sciences, and the Marbles Kids Museum.

Another great way to see Raleigh is by exploring downtown. Here, you will find amazing and delicious dining options such as Jimmy V’s Osteria + Bar, Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar, and 10th & Terrace for drinks overlooking the pretty city lights.

Raleigh also offers a great shopping scene, so be sure to visit Crabtree Valley Mall or North Hills.

A Premier Paradise

Those looking for a small town with plenty of space to get away from busy city life will love calling Lake Mayo their new home.