While the spectacular waterfalls of the Highlands region draw numerous visitors, the local North Carolina lakes also offer fantastic opportunities for a day on the water. Stay on local lakes like Lake Sequoyah, Mirror Lake, or Lake Glenville with Highlands Vacation Rentals and enjoy activities like fishing, paddling, and swimming during your visit. Whether you are looking for a place to cool down from the summer heat or a paddling area to experience the vibrant fall foliage, there is a lake for everyone. Find yours below:
Lake Sequoyah
Start the fun at Lake Sequoyah, a small lake located right in the town of Highlands. There are no motorboats allowed on this lake, making it a great spot for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. Stay directly on the water with our Lake Sequoyah Cottage or Acorn Cabin.
Mirror Lake
Mirror Lake is another small lake in town, popular for kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing. Stay in one of our vacation homes on Mirror Lake, like Estes Cottage and Red Rooster, for immediate access.
Cliffside Lake
Access Cliffside Lake just a few miles from downtown Highlands for even more waterfront fun nearby. This calm lake is a great spot for fishing and swimming. The day-use area also features several scenic hiking trails around the lake, along with picnic tables perfect for lunch by the water.
Lake Glenville
Lake Glenville is the largest lake in the region, and the perfect place for boaters and watersports. Enjoy 26 miles of shoreline, a full-service marina, incredible sightseeing, and a beautiful beach with convenient amenities all at this popular North Carolina lake. Rent a boat and enjoy activities like tubing, skiing, paddle boarding, kneeboarding, swimming, and fishing.
Stay at one of our homes on Lake Glenville, like Peaceful Cove Lake House, Sweet Lake House Dreams, and Sweet Mountain Dreams.
Lake Jocassee
If you are up for a little day trip, Lake Jocassee is about an hour’s drive from Highlands, just across the border in South Carolina. This 7,500-acre lake is the ultimate summer playground for families, known for its undeveloped shoreline and clean water. There is much to see and do at this lake, including boating, fishing, kayaking, scuba diving, swimming, jet skiing, paddleboarding, lake tours, and sightseeing.
Book Your Lakefront Vacation Rental in Highlands, North Carolina
Discover the perfect basecamp for exploring lakes in North Carolina at Highlands Vacation Rentals. We offer several vacation rentals on the water and even more just a short walk or drive away. Browse our vacation rentals in Highlands, NC, and book with us today!
