Piedmont Lakes: A Guide for Boating in the North Carolina Piedmont
Piedmont Lakes Website

Piedmont Lakes began as an effort to provide boaters a resource for finding new destinations for water recreation across the piedmont. There are over 20 lakes within 90 minutes of Greensboro. Unfortunately many are left unexplored due to the lack of information available about many of these lakes.

This book finally provides boaters detailed descriptions of the lakes in our area. Details are provided about each lake and lakes are organized by their location in the piedmont. Each section begins with the size and location of each lake, and a general description of the lake and facilities. Camping and launch fees are provided, as well as fishing and wildlife reports. The marina phone numbers provided can save boaters a trip to a lake that is closed.

Addresses to each ramp are also provided to assist in the location of the ramp via internet map resources or GPS devices. Each section closes with detailed directions to each boat ramp. Maps are also provided to illustrate the nature and size of each lake, and the location of the boat ramps on the lake. Further, a map of the entire piedmont including lake locations is helpful for boaters to understand the lake locations that are nearest to them.

The reference section of the book provides boaters information about fishing resources, boating outfitters, boating clubs, safety, and other resources. A quick reference guide makes it easy to choose a destination based on your recreation needs.

I have recently begun constructing a website to expand on the information in the book. This website provides multiple pictures of each boat ramp. These pictures are invaluable when choosing a destination. This website also provides links to local paddling clubs, outfitters, shuttle services, fishing clubs and resources, maps, and destinations outside the piedmont. Other sections of the website discuss equipment, safety, drills, and paddling articles.

The information on the site is constantly being updated and expanded. We have recently begun adding gear reviews and trip reports. With information from local boaters this site can continue to expand and grow into a great local resource. Please email me with pictures, descriptions, or accounts of your boating experiences at yespe@aol.com.

Piedmont Lakes Website: www.piedmontlakesnc.com