The coastal plains of North Carolina are home to a series of Carolina Bay lakes, many of them established as preservation and public areas through State Parks and State Forests.

The lakes provide visitors and residents with many opportunities for boating, swimming, hiking and paddling activities.

Jones Lake, Singletary Lake and White Lake.

Here is an interactive map, which shows the location of the lakes and points of interest in the area.

Choose your destination in the links below and enjoy your adventure!

More in this series

State Parks

State Forests

Campgrounds and Lodges in Lakes with no Public Lands