Lake James — Local services in Marion

Beautiful scenery, but customer service at the desk was very lacking. I wish the people working there were more attentive and knowledgeable. They did not help in getting kayaks and I rented 3 of them. I also paid for 3 swimming passes never got to use because it started to thunder right after purchase. Asked about the year pass, which I should have got, but I did not realize it included kayak rentals as well or that it was for not just Lake James, but...

I've lived on the lake for 20 years. I love it. People are always complaining about it, but the bottom line is, it's actually a great recreational place, where people can be active, and exercise. McDowell County has very limited resources for teenagers and young adults. It seems like the only place young people have to go in this county is Twin Cinemas or jail. So the lake provides a great place for people to get together,...

Love this place! Plenty of fishing and plenty of places to swim. The water is very clean and clear. We take the boat and beach it on one of the many beaches. We grill and swim and enjoy God's creation. I come back and bowfish the upper end of the Linville and black bear sides...