From surfing to waterskiing, Lake James offers a plethora of watersports to enjoy with friends and family. Area residents spend their days tubing, windsurfing, waterskiing, sailing and even surfing.

Watersports on Lake James

Rick waterskiing on Lake James, in western North Carolina.



Families enjoy a sunny day tubing at Lake James.


Brothers share a ride on a tube.


Todd goes big on his air chair over Lake James.


Flying high over the water of Lake James, NC.