About Salem Lake
Salem Lake is literally a stone’s throw away from downtown Winston-Salem. Located off Reynolds Park Road, the 375-acre lake is a perfect stop for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Salem Lake offers miles of paved and unpaved trails, a playground, restrooms, a fishing pier, and boat rentals to keep the whole family entertained and close to nature.
Salem Lake & Salem Lake Park offers the following amenities:
- Playground
- Concession Stand
- Dog Waste Station
- Drinking Fountains
- Electrical Outlets
- Greenway
- Grill
- Lake / Pond
- Mister
- Off-Street Trail Access
- Parking
- Picnic Shelters
- Restrooms
- Walking Trail
- 7-Mile Trail
- 365-Acre Lake
- Fishing
Salem Lake Wildlife
The lake offers pier and boat fishing for:
- Bream
- Carp
- Catfish
- Crappie
- Hybrid bass
- Largemouth bass
- White perch
Anyone 16 or older must have a North Carolina State Fishing License to fish at Salem Lake or Winston Lake.
Salem Lake Operating Hours
- Monday – Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday – 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- All Water-related activities including pier fishing, paddling, and boat fishing end at 6:45 p.m.
Salem Lake Marina Bait Shop Hours:
- Monday – Friday – 8:00 a.m. – 6:45 p.m.
- Saturday & Sunday – 7:00 a.m. – 6:45 p.m.
- Gate locks nightly at 7:30 p.m.
Salem Lake Photo Gallery
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- Salem Lake Trail in Winston-Salem
