Swimming at the lake, pool, or beach is always on my summer bucket list! When you’re new to an area, it’s hard to determine which places have everything (or most things) that you want/need.
Side note: if you’re looking for splash pads and water parks, our splash season post will tell you everything you need to know!
Here are some local pools (some require memberships, others don’t). Be sure to check out the pool’s website for information regarding amenities, memberships, fees, etc. We also have a list of lakeside beaches as well as some places to rent paddle boards, kayaks, and boats in the Charlotte area (mostly on Lake Norman, Lake Wylie, and Lake Haigler).
LOCAL OUTDOOR POOLS:
- Charlotte Swim and Racquet Club (currently there’s a waitlist!)
- Cordelia Swimming Pool
- Levine Jewish Community Center
- Park Crossing Recreation Center
- SouthPark Swim and Tennis Club
- Starclaire Recreation Club
SPLASH PADS AND WATER PARKS:
- Visit the full list here!
LAKESIDE BEACHES:
- Cane Creek Park
- Ebeneezer Park Beach
- Lake Norman State Park
- Ramsey Creek Beach
- Rock Hill Lake Park
- Windjammer Park *parking permit required (fee for non-residents; Tega Cay residents can get a parking permit for free)
BOAT RENTALS:
STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD AND KAYAK RENTALS:
- Anne Springs Close Greenway – Fort Mill, SC
- Riverside Marina – Belmont
- Tailrace Marina – Mount Holly
- Wander Sports – Charlotte
- What’s Up Water Sports – Lake Norman (jet skis too!)
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