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Fromthe shore Take in the fall beauty of Lake Wylie, no boat required By Jenny Peterson
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s the weather changes and the trees along the shores of Lake Wylie turn brilliant red and orange, the lake returns to calm after a summer of boating and wakeboarding. Watching the lake from the shore can be a reflective time to take in the beauty of the surroundings and appreciate the stillness of the season. Thankfully, there are lots of places to admire Lake Wylie, no boat required. Many natural areas along the shore are prime for lake gazing with rustic wooden
benches and picnic tables beckoning visitors to sit awhile. For those looking for a bit more action, there are more than a few fishing spots along Lake Wylie banks and piers that are open to anyone with a fishing license. Here are some places to check out:
ing to “get away,” the park offers nearly 70 campsites along the shores of Lake Wylie. The park is open daily from 6 a.m. until dusk. Visit www.yorkcountygov.com/ebenezer or call 803-366-6620 for more information. 4490 Boatshore Rd., Rock Hill, S.C.
Ebenezer Park
This 1,115-acre park along Lake Wylie offers eight miles of hiking trails—two miles that hug the shore of Lake Wylie— with a number of picnic sites, fishing sites and a waterfront deck for lake gazing. Cop-
This 26-acre park on Lake Wylie offers five picnic shelters, fishing and a public swimming beach to cool off. After Labor Day, park admission is free. For those wish-
McDowell Nature Preserve
Fall 2016 | www.LakeWylieToday.com
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