W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir


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W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir

499 Reservoir Road

Wilkesboro, NC 28697

 

Latitude: 36° 7' 44.04" N

Longitude: -81° 13' 27.4794" W

Email: chad.eller@usace.army.mil

 

Business:(336) 921-3390

Description

In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains this lake is an awesome scenic back-drop for any fun-filled excursion you plan! There is so much to choose from: camping, hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, ranger-led trail tours and childrens activities to learn about water safety, bird watching, rent a shelter for your next gathering, participate in events at Dark Mountain Trail, experience the drama or concerts at the Forest Edge Amphitheater at Fort Hamby, or simply relax and enjoy nature at its finest with mountains in view and birds chirping. Visit www.ReserveUSA.com to find out how you can camp at Bandits Roost, Warriors Creek, or Fort Hamby.
On September 15, 2012 W Kerr Scott will be celebrating 50 years.

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Special Directions

Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail and Tom Dula Historical Markers along a trail. NC Scenic Byway 268 West.

Amenities

  • Accessible for Motorcoaches / RVs
  • Accommodations on Site
  • Admission Charge $: Rental Equipment available at local merchants.
  • Alcohol: Prohibited
  • Basketball Court
  • Bicycle Trail
  • Boat Dock
  • Boat Launch
  • Boating
  • Camp Fire / Fire Pit
  • Children Welcome
  • Childrens Activities
  • Donations Accepted
  • Fishing
  • Flush Toilets
  • Free Parking
  • Gift / Retail Shop
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Hiking/Walking Trail
  • Hookup, Partial - Electric
  • Hookup, Partial - Sewer
  • Hookup, Partial - Water
  • Marina
  • Motorcoach Parking
  • Nature Center
  • Parking Lot: Paved
  • Pet Friendly
  • Picnic Area
  • Playground
  • Primitive Camping
  • RV Sites
  • Season of Operation: year round
  • Sewage Disposal
  • Showers
  • Swimming: Lake
  • Tour - Guided
  • Tour - Self Guided
  • Tour Guide / Park Ranger Available
  • Water Access: Yes

Event Schedule

"Tom Dooley: A Wilkes…

Jul. 5, 2013 – Jul. 6, 2013

Jul. 11, 2013 – Jul. 13, 2013

Jul. 18, 2013 – Jul. 20, 2013

Jul. 25, 2013 – Jul. 27, 2013

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