Whether you like to go boating, skiing,
or just swimming; Hyco and
Mayo Lakes provide that and so
much more. If you like playing 18
holes of golf or just putting around
at Putt-Putt, then the Roxboro
Country Club and the Rock Sportsplex
would be great places to check out.
There is lots to do in Person. Please
check out the links to the right for more
information about the attractions
we have in Person.
Person County Parks and
Recreation Department
336.597.7806
http://recreation.personcounty.net
Hyco
Lake
This 3,750 acre lake boasts a 65 acre
recreation park located 10 miles west of Roxboro on NC Hwy. 57 in
Person County. Camping, picnicking, boating, fishing, water sports,
swimming, walking and tennis are offered daily. Call the Person-Caswell
Lake Authority at 336-599-4343 for more information including a
map and brochure.
Recreation Park - Access is available 24 hours per day
Campingand Picnicking- - 65 acre recreational
park with campsites, public ramps, swimming areas, bank fishing,
restrooms and shelters. Located Hwy. 57 N. 10 miles on Kelly Brewer
Road. Season of operation; March 15 through Nov.1. Payments accepted;
personal checks, Traveler's Checks. Amenities; camp store, propane,
sewage disposal, water/electrical hookups, playground, tennis
courts, heated/cooled meeting house with kitchen and restroom
facilities.
Boating - Dual concrete boat ramps available, Annual
or daily permits available
Fishing - Fishing Tournaments, Several species of fish
including but not limited to: Bass, Crappie, Catfish, Bluegill,
and Carp
Recreation - Swimming (at your own risk), Playground area,
Walking (one mile around camp), Tennis Courts (in need of some
repair)
Safety - Three full time Person-Caswell Lake Authority
Rangers patrol the lake and park area providing safety, protection
and assistance.
This 2800 acre lake with a shoreline of 85 miles
is highlighted by a 120 acre park. Camping, walking, canoeing, kayaking,
picnicking, and fishing are enjoyed daily. The park is located off
Hwy. 49 North of Roxboro on Neal's Store Road (SR 1515). For a map,
brochure and reservations, call 336-597-1755.
Camp Sites
Walking/Hiking Trail - features plant identification plaques for
self-guided tours. Guided interpretative hikes are provided during
the summer.
Canoes and Kayaks - are available for rent.
Other amenities include playground equipment, tent camping sites,
picnic shelters and grills, restroom/shower facilities and bank
fishing. A full-time park ranger is available to answer questions
for your convenience.
Parks
Several parks are located throughout the
county providing a variety of recreational opportunities including
playgrounds, walking tracks, picnic shelters, tennis courts, ball
fields, volleyball courts, horseshoe pits and restrooms. Some of
the sites are available for rent. Call the County Parks and Recreation
Department at 336-597-1755, contact www.roxboronc.com
or e-mail pcprd@personcounty.net
for more information.
Rock
Sportsplex
Located at 215 Wesleyan Road, Rock Sportsplex
provides a lighted driving range, putt-putt and concessions April
through October. Baseball, slow pitch and fast pitch softball tournaments
are held weekly. For a schedule of Tourism Authority or just more
information, call 336-599-6094 after 4:00p.m.
Roxboro
Country Club
Located at 260 Club House Rd., Roxboro Country Club
offers a traditional links 18 hold golf course (walk or ride) and
a practice range with short-game practice area. A PGA professional
is available for lessons. Call 336-599-2332 for reservations and
rates.
Piedmont
Community College Nature Trail
The system of seven trails includes two
shortcuts and an observatory with a variety of terrain, trees, plants
and wildlife, a picnic area with brick grill and tables. Open seven
days a week during daylight hours, the total distance is 12,741
feet. Advance notice is needed only for larger groups or special
functions. The trails are located on the Piedmont Community College
Campus, Memorial Drive off of Hwy. 501 North of Roxboro. Contact
the Director of Physical Facilities at 336-599-1181, ext. 257, for
more information.