Lake Norman State Park Access offers a 125-yard swim beach with bathhouse facilities, boat ramp for lake access, and seasonal boat rentals (canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, pedal boats) available daily 9 a. m. to 3 p. m. from April through October.

The park features 38 miles of hiking trails and nearly 31 miles of mountain biking trails, plus camping with electric and non-electric sites, with 24-hour campground access available via the St. Johns Road entrance.