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Photo: Oconaluftee River (51257126133) by Gerry Dincher from Hope Mills, NC (CC BY-SA 2.0) License
Oconaluftee Lake
Lake
Good conditions todaycamping-nearby
Weather at Oconaluftee Lake
H: 89° L: 64°
Cloudy
75°
|
Feels like 77°
Precipitation
6%
Humidity
61%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
69°
3 AM
69°
6 AM
65°
9 AM
69°
12 PM
85°
3 PM
89°
6 PM
85°
9 PM
75°
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- Where is Oconaluftee Lake?
- Oconaluftee Lake is a lake in North Carolina.
- Can you swim at Oconaluftee Lake?
- There is no fixed answer for Oconaluftee Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Oconaluftee Lake in North Carolina. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Oconaluftee Lake rated?
- Oconaluftee Lake in North Carolina has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 8 reviews.
- What amenities does Oconaluftee Lake have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Oconaluftee Lake include camping-nearby.
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Amenities
⛺ Camping nearby