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Places to Stay

Places to Stay

The Lake Norman area has several brand-name hotels located in the Towns of Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville. Whether coming to Lake Norman for business or just for fun, our hotels offer you a clean, comfortable, and affordable personal retreat. Many of our hotels offer discount coupons through their listings.

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Welcome to Lake Norman

Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville, NC

Visit Lake Norman where your business and recreation is our pleasure! Nestled on the banks of beautiful Lake Norman are the towns of Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville. These unique towns present a wide array of leisure amenities for visitors and guests including upscale shopping, year-round golfing, NASCAR, fishing and other water activities. Lake Norman, the largest man-made lake in the Carolinas, is THE place for fun in the sun! Created in 1963 by Duke Energy, Lake Norman is 34 miles long with 520 miles of shoreline. Lake Norman offers numerous attractions to explore. From Lake Norman, you may enjoy the ease of traveling anywhere in the state. We're just north of Charlotte, and the mountains and coast are only a short drive away. Whatever your desire, find it outside your door in Lake Norman!

Fish PersonalityThe Lake Norman area offers a mild, four-season climate. Located in the central part of North Carolina, the area is partially protected by the western mountain ranges from cold air. Fall tends to be the area’s driest season, with July tending to be the wettest month. Average temperatures range from the high 30s to mid 50s in the winter and high 80s and mid 90s in the summer.

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For a full photo gallery of Lake Norman's landscapes, attractions, events, and more check out Visit Lake Norman's photo gallery, watch our videos, or visit us on Facebook!  

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Experience Lake Norman

Featured Events & Things To Do

Play Lake Norman’s Greens

Play Lake Norman’s Greens

The Lake Norman area golf courses range from daily fee courses to private Golf & Lake communities 

Democratic National Convention (DNC) 2012

Democratic National Convention (DNC) 2012

The DNC will bring plenty of receptions and VIP parties to Charlotte, let Lake Norman provide an alternative! We're only 15 miles from the convention center, what better location, and of course we've got this gorgeous lake! We have trip planning packages for hotels, restaurants and events. more

VisitLakeNorman.org Soccer Series

VisitLakeNorman.org Soccer Series

Three (3) events include the VisitLakeNorman.org Soccer Series’ Friendlies (January 21-22, 2012), VisitLakeNorman.org Soccer Series’ Addidas Boys College Combine Camp (January 28, 2012), and VisitLakeNorman.org Soccer Series’ Boys & Girls Youth Academy Festival (February 4-5, 2012) 

Best Hotel Deals

Best Hotel Deals

Lake Norman is an ideal place to host meetings, conferences, tournaments, and events. Did you know we can help find you the BEST DEAL for your group's hotel stay? more

Inaugural Everest Classic Gymnastics Event

Inaugural Everest Classic Gymnastics Event

Gymnasts from across the country will converge on Lake Norman the weekend of March 3-4, 2012 for the inaugural Everest Classic gymnastics event at Hough High School.  

Top 5 Best Bass Fishing

Top 5 Best Bass Fishing

Lake Norman is known on the professional fishing circuits as one of the top five best bass fisheries. more

Featured Hotel & Venue

Featured Hotel & Venue

Amidst the gently rolling hills of the Carolina Davidson Village Inn lies the village of Davidson. Perhaps you remember a time when small towns offered a slower pace and a friendly welcome to all visitors.  

Jim Ledbetter Memorial Team Bass Tournament

Jim Ledbetter Memorial Team Bass Tournament

Foothills Marine & Visit Lake Norman are excited to announce the 26th Annual Jim Ledbetter Memorial Team Bass Tournament will now be held at Blythe Landing in Cornelius, NC on Saturday, March 10, 2012! Blythe Landing is a nationally recognized tournament site in the Lake Norman town of Cornelius, NC. more

Visit Lake Norman Testimonials

Huntington Daly, Hampton Inn Cornelius and Hampton Inn & Suites Huntersville

Huntington Daly, Hampton Inn Cornelius and Hampton Inn & Suites Huntersville

"I have worked closely with Visit Lake Norman for a year now and they are truly some of the nicest and easiest people to work with. They are all very dedicated to their work and have a lot of pride in what they do. Visit Lake Norman is always quick to offer a helping hand into any situation that will better tourism..." more

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Chris "Sid" Sadlowski, Michael Waltrip Racing

"We enjoy a successful relationship with Visit Lake Norman as our promotional partner. They have been instrumental in helping us grow our tour and retail business by promoting Michael Waltrip Racing through their established network of businesses, government and civic agencies, and widespread media contacts." more

John and Sue Elliot, Davidson Chocolate Company

John and Sue Elliot, Davidson Chocolate Company

"Visit Lake Norman has helped Davidson Chocolate Company reach greater visibility through their marketing efforts. We have been included on the tours in the spring that reach hotel operators who in turn share great places to visit in the Lake Norman region. Much new business has developed through these tours. .." more

Gordon Cashion, Cashion's Quick Stops

Gordon Cashion, Cashion's Quick Stops

"Whether it is the anglers filling up their boats and trucks or the soccer tournament moms buying gas and snacks, we really appreciate Visit Lake Norman bringing so much new business to our area!"  more

Brent Long, Professional Angler and Local Humanitarian

Brent Long, Professional Angler and Local Humanitarian

"As a lifelong resident, I have seen the positive impact from the efforts of Visit Lake Norman in establishing Lake Norman as an exceptional fishing tournament location. We have the best of the best that will continue to come, because Visit Lake Norman has worked hard to maintain a reputation for professionalism and execution.." more

Nancy & Vincent DiGiorgio, Campania Italian Café & Trattoria

Nancy & Vincent DiGiorgio, Campania Italian Café & Trattoria

"Visit Lake Norman is an organization dedicated to making Lake Norman a destination for visitors. Visit Lake Norman guides visitors to enjoy all the area has to offer, while striving to support local businesses and invest in our local economy. Visit Lake Norman is a real asset to our community..." more

Thomas Finlay, North Meck Soccer Club

Thomas Finlay, North Meck Soccer Club

"North Meck Soccer Club is proud and honored to be partners with Visit Lake Norman. In just two years we have seen tremendous growth in our tournaments as a direct result of our partnership. Our club, towns and community benefit from the tournaments directly and we're excited about the future growth." more

Kim Bradford, The Bradford StoreThomas

Kim Bradford, The Bradford StoreThomas

"The Bradford Store is most grateful to Visit Lake Norman for giving our store experience to so many new customers. We are a small business with no advertising budget...word of mouth has been key to increasing customer base. The groups that have come out to the store on tours with VLN have enthusiastically embraced our goal..." more

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Behind the Scenes Tour

Behind the Scenes Tour Tour our education trail, our raptor hospital and enjoy sights not generally open to the public. Please sign up in...more


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NBC's "America's Got Talent" O...

The “America’s Got Talent” auditions are coming to Charlotte! Make sure you pre-register at AGTauditions.com!...more


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