What to do and where to eat to make the most of one of North Carolina's largest lakes, on and off the water.
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Blake Miller is a Charlotte-based writer who has written for numerous magazines including Southern Living, Coastal Living, House Beautiful, Prevention, Fast Company, domino, and more. She is also a Forbes Travel Guide correspondent.
What to do and where to eat to make the most of one of North Carolina's largest lakes, on and off the water.
The Queen City’s best parks and preserves for picnicking, playing, and hitting the trails.
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