Lake Wylie Information

• Lake Wylie Man Guide to Lake Wylie - a custom map with local landmarks

• Lake Wylie History

• Lake Access Areas - find out where to enjoy all area lakes

• Lake Wylie Today Magazine

• Lake Wylie Chamber of Commerce

Photo by Jan Todd with  Deep Creek Photography - visit website

General Info

• Man-made lake, part of the Catawba River chain, operated by Duke Energy

• Initially dammed in 1904, expanded in 1924

• 13,400 acres

• 325 miles of shoreline

• Located in 2 states and 3 counties

  • York County, SC

  • Mecklenburg County, NC

  • Gaston County, NC

• Lake levels are managed by Duke Energy and generally do not fluctuate over 6%. The lake can be enjoyed year-round.