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Lake Wylie

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Lake Wylie is a 13,400-acre man-made reservoir straddling the North Carolina and South Carolina border near Charlotte, NC and Rock Hill, SC. Created in 1904 by a dam near Fort Mill and rebuilt in 1924, it's the oldest lake on the Catawba River chain with approximately 325 miles of shoreline. The lake features an irregular shape with numerous scenic coves and a diverse shoreline, making it a paradise for anglers. Lake Wylie has relatively high turbidity and little natural vegetation, causing fish to orient toward structure, water temperatures, and corresponding oxygen levels. With depths reaching up to 82 feet and an average depth of 20 feet, the lake offers varied fishing environments from shallow areas to deeper waters. Lake Wylie is managed by Duke Energy and supports both hydroelectric and nuclear power generation.

Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Lake Wylie. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.

Allison Creek Landing Pier Access

Allison Creek Landing Pier Access

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Ebanezer Park Fishing Peir Access

Ebanezer Park Fishing Peir Access

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Know where you can legally fish on Lake Wylie

See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.

South Carolina licenses and regulations

South Carolina Boating Regulations

When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.

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South Carolina Fishing License

Children under the age of 16 are not required to purchase a hunting or fishing license unless they are engaged in commercial activity or using any non-game fish devices (traps, trotlines, gill nets, hoop nets, set hooks, jugs.)

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South Carolina Fishing Regulations

This river has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this river is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.

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South Carolina Stream Access Laws

In South Carolina, if a waterway can be floated and used as a public highway, it is navigable and open to recreational use up to the high water mark.

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Take Lake Wylie with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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    Find drop offs, ledges, channels, points and shallow flats with Garmin depth charts in the app.

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Water and weather conditions (10 day forecast)

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BEAVERDAM CREEK AB WINDY GAP ROAD NR SHOPTON, NC

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