Harbortowne Marina is Your Gateway to Lake Wylie
Boating the North Basin of Lake Wylie
The north end of Lake Wylie is formed by the junction of the Catawba and the South Fork, creating a boater's paradise. Catawba Creek Cove and Boy Scout Island are popular destinations for boaters seeking a relaxing day on the lake, with many miles of protected natural shoreline nearby to explore and enjoy. The NC Sandbar sits at the North Carolina end of Lake Wylie and provides an oasis of three or four feet of warm water, accessible only by boat. The boating on Lake Wylie is beautiful year-round, and the Harbortowne Marina is the perfect spot to access all the lake has to offer.
The Boating Home of the Carolinas
Conveniently located in Gaston County, the Carefree Boat Club at Harbortowne Marina is a straight shot from Gastonia and Mount Holly, and a quick hop for Steele Creek and residents of the west side of Charlotte. We offer lake access for residents of the surrounding communities and the greater Charlotte area. Whether you are looking for a relaxing evening cruise or getting into some adventure on the weekend with water sports, Harbortowne's convenient location by land and water makes it the ideal location to anchor your boating adventures.
A Fleet of Boats Offering Variety and Quality
Bowriders, pontoons and tritoons wait in the slips at Harbortowne Marina. From tubing runs to a long anchored lunch off Lake Wylie's natural shoreline, our fleet delivers in both variety and quality. Jump on a bowrider and power over the water to your favorite lake restaurant or grab a pontoon with shade and seating for ten plus room for the coolers. Every boat in the Carefree fleet is professionally maintained, carefully inspected before it goes out, and thoroughly cleaned when it comes back in. Membership in Carefree Boat Club means you never have to settle for just one boat and we never charge additional fees for specialty boats like our premium surf boats, no matter how many reservations you make in a month. The right boat for the occasion, whatever that may be.
Equipment and Training to Enjoy Your Day on the Water
At Carefree Boat Club of Charlotte, our mission is to make every day on the lake a perfect day. From training to aquatic sports gear, we provide everything you need to enjoy that perfect day. New members complete NASBLA-certified safety training, followed by hands-on training with a member of our team, covering everything from navigating the lake waters to docking in a crosswind. Most new members are fully trained and comfortably enjoying Lake Wylie within days of joining. Ready to add a little adventure to your days on the lake? Tubes, wakeboards, surfboards, and water skis are all included with your membership and waiting for you when you arrive!
Meet the Dock Family at Harbortowne Marina
Being locally owned and operated by a former Carefree Boat Club member shows up in more ways than one. Our Harbortowne crew is like family, because many of them have spent years on Lake Wylie as club members and part of our team. The crew has your boat fully fueled, cleaned and ready to go the moment you step foot on the dock. Curious about the hidden gem of a quiet cove for a day of floating? Looking for the scoop on the best bite on the lake? Our team knows Lake Wylie and loves sharing their best tips with members. Let us give you a hand loading the boat and pushing off, then throw us the line when you come in. You decide what makes your perfect day on the lake. We'll take care of the rest.
Make the Harbortowne Marina Your Boating Home
Harbortowne Marina is a great location to enjoy Lake Wylie, but it isn't your only dock. Your membership in Carefree Boat Club of Charlotte includes access to the Charlotte area's three best lakes - Lake Wylie, Lake Norman, and Lake Hickory. We maintain a member-to-boat ratio of 10 to 1, ensuring you have boating options on that bright Saturday in July and that beautiful fall Friday in October. Our other Lake Wylie home location is conveniently located in Tega Cay, SC, giving you access to the south end of the lake for those days when you want something nearby but a little different. Beyond the Charlotte club locations, your membership features access to over 140 Carefree Boat Club marinas in the United States, Canada and beyond. No hidden fees, no storage or maintenance. Just year-round access to premium boats and a caring staff dedicated to your experience. So come walk the dock, meet our team, and get a closer view of our fleet. It's always the perfect time to join the club and enjoy boating on Lake Wylie and beyond with Carefree Boat Club of Charlotte.
