Roanoke Rapids Lake
North Carolina
Roanoke Rapids Lake real estate is considered a smaller but active market for lake homes and lake lots in North Carolina.
There are typically around 30 lake homes for sale on Roanoke Rapids Lake at any given time. The lake will usually have around 20 or so lake lots and land for sale.
This lake is one of North Carolina's largest lakes and has a shoreline of 47 miles.
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Quick Facts
Located in Halifax County, North Carolina, Roanoke Rapids Lake is the third reservoir in the Roanoke River system. It takes up 4,600 acres and has almost 50 miles of shoreline. It is just 100 miles from Raleigh, North Carolina.
Something For Everyone
Although smaller than its sister lake, Gaston Lake, Roanoke Rapids Lake is just as fun. It provides the same recreational opportunities without the larger crowds. Anglers, in particular, will enjoy good year-round fishing. In the Fall, fishing for striped bass is especially noteworthy. You can also catch largemouth bass, white perch, black and white crappie, and channel and blue catfish.
Roanoke Rapids Lake is also great for boating. There are marinas and boat ramps that provide access to the water. There is room on the lake for plenty of watersports as well. People enjoy waterskiing, kayaking, sailing, canoeing, sailing, and even white water rafting! Roanoke Rapids yields excellent swimming waters.
Fun Off the Lake
The Roanoke Rapids Day-Use Park provides plenty of activities off the lake. You can use the walking trails, playground, disc golf, sand volleyball, and much more. The park even provides a handicapped-accessible fishing pier, so everyone can get a chance to cast a line! If you’re looking for adventure, try taking the Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail. When you get hungry, try out The Grub Hub and Oscar’s Restaurant.
When you want a day away from the lake, Raleigh is the perfect place for a day trip! There are plenty of parks and gardens to explore the natural beauty of North Carolina. You can also visit famous sites like the North Carolina Museum of History and PNC Arena. To eat, try out The Pit and Beasley’s Chicken & Honey.
Essentials
For medical emergencies, ECU Health North Hospital is just 12 minutes away from Roanoke Rapids Lake. If you need to fly, Raleigh-Durham International Airport is just over 100 miles away.
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A home on Roanoke Rapids Lake is perfect for those who want all the offerings of a large lake without the crowd.
Overview
- 47mi. of Shoreline
- Year Built 1955
- Ownership Public
- Acreage 4,600
- Public Boat Ramps 4
- Water Level Full Pool Year Round
Information
- Counties: Halifax County
- Fish: Black Crappie, Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, White Crappie
- Notable events: Roanoke Night at the Museum. Bring your children to the Roanoke Canal Museum's quarterly "Night at the Museum" for special guests, crafts, and food. Each night has its own theme.
- Interesting facts: Whitewater rafting is popular below the dam, with water being released on weekends for the benefit of the rafting sport and for fish habitat along the river.
- Known for: The lake is very popular for fishing, with an emphasis on striped bass, large mouth bass, channel catfish, crappie and walleye.
- Landmarks: The Roanoke Rapids Dam
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