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Kerr Lake State Recreation Area  »  Welcome!

Address: 6254 Satterwhite Point Road, Henderson, NC 27537
Office Phone: (252) 438-7791

Email: denr.dpr.kerr.lake@lists.ncmail.net

Set a course for Kerr Lake State Recreation Area to enjoy sailing, fishing, water skiing and camping. This 50,000-acre, man-made lake is a haven for water sports enthusiasts and landlubbers alike. The lake is situated in the northeast corner of the Piedmont region and lies in both Virginia and North Carolina. The recreation area's headquarters are located north of Henderson at Satterwhite Point. More than 800 miles of wooded shoreline provide access to a variety of fun-filled activities on the lake. Relax and enjoy water sports at any of the seven recreation areas operated by the NC Division of Parks and Recreation along this expansive reservoir.

See the "Links" section on the park menu (left) to visit the US Army Corps of Engineers website for information about Kerr Lake, which includes information about the dam and reservior water levels.