The City of Monroe’s lakes - Lake Lee, Lake Twitty, and Lake Monroe - will officially open for the 2025 season on Saturday, March 1. The season will run through November 1, 2025.
Lake Hours & Activities
- Lakes are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Lake Twitty: Closed Sunday and Monday
- Lake Monroe: Closed Wednesday
- Lake Lee: Closed Sunday and Tuesday
- Boating and fishing are allowed when a Lake Inspector is on duty.
- The closing date may change due to weather or other factors. Any updates will be announced approximately two weeks before the season ends.
Lake Regulations
The lakes are classified as drinking water supply reservoirs, so the City follows state and local regulations to protect water quality. This includes compliance with North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) drinking water regulations.
For questions about lake rules and regulations, please contact the Water Resources Department at (704) 282-4601 or visit monroenc.org.