Wander Lake Gaston

The Kitchen Table

A cozy restaurant known for hearty, home-style cooking, offering breakfast and brunch options like pancakes, French toast, and classic egg dishes. For lunch, guests can enjoy sandwiches and fresh seasonal salads. Daily specials are also available. Open 7 AM - 3 PM, Wednesday-Saturday; closed Sunday-Tuesday.

Blue Jay Bistro

A bistro on Main Street at downtown Littleton offering an elevated yet approachable dining experience. The seasonally driven menu includes fresh salads, gourmet sandwiches, grilled meats, and seafood, along with house-made pasta and specialty desserts using seasonal fruits. Reservations may be booked through OpenTable. Open 5 PM - 9 PM, Wednesday-Thursday; 4 PM - 10 PM, Friday-Saturday; closed Sunday-Tuesday.

Kennon House & Sports Bar

A Lake Gaston destination offering a variety of classic American dishes, including juicy burgers, crispy fried chicken, and hearty sandwiches. Guests can also enjoy appetizers like loaded nachos and buffalo wings, perfect for sharing. Lighter options such as salads and vegetarian dishes are available. Tip: Try their Famous Brunch Buffet on Sundays! Open 3 PM - 10 PM, Monday and Thursday-Saturday; 3:30 PM - 9 PM, Sunday; and closed Tuesday-Wednesday.

Lake Gaston Coffee Company

A charming coffee shop specializing in small-batch specialty coffee, hand-selecting Arabica beans from around the world and roasting them in-house. Customers can enjoy a variety of coffee drinks, teas, and seasonal offerings, as well as delicious pastries and light bites. Open 7 AM - 5 PM daily.

Food Lion

A budget-friendly grocery store offering a wide range of fresh produce, pantry staples, and household essentials. Open 7 AM - 10 PM daily.

BEST BET GROCERY

A local convenience store offering a variety of everyday essentials and grocery items. Open 12 AM - 11 PM daily.

Lakeside Butchershop

A local butchershop located at 50 Golf Dr. Open 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM, Wednesday-Friday; 7 AM - 4 PM, Saturday; and closed Sunday-Tuesday.

Piggly Wiggly Littleton

A full-service grocery store in Littleton, Piggly Wiggly offers fresh produce, custom meat cuts, a deli and bakery (Bailey only), and a range of services including Western Union, bill pay, money orders, and more. Convenient extras like copies, faxes, postage stamps, and gift cards are also available. Open 7 AM - 8 PM, Monday-Saturday; and 8 AM - 8 PM, Sunday.

Timber Waters Brewery

A new brewery offering a wide selection of craft beers, from hoppy IPAs to rich stouts. Local food trucks are also available onsite. Tip: Check out their Facebook page for event updates! Open 12 PM - 9 PM, Wednesday-Saturday; 12 PM - 7 PM, Sunday; and closed Monday-Tuesday .

Roanoke Canal Museum & Trail

A historic site in Roanoke Rapid highlighting the region's 19th-century canal system through engaging exhibits. Visitors can explore the museum or enjoy the scenic 7.5-mile trail for hiking and biking along the canal. Tip: Visit their website for info on admission rates and things to do! Open 10 AM - 4 PM, Tuesday-Saturday; closed Sunday-Monday.

Lakeside Mini Golf and MadFreeze

A miniature golf course designed with creative obstacles and vibrant landscaping that offers a fun experience for all ages. In addition, MadFreeze serves a variety of frozen treats, including ice cream, sundaes, and specialty desserts, perfect for cooling off after a round of golf. Open 4 PM - 9 PM, Friday; 11 AM - 9 PM, Saturday; 11 AM - 8 PM, Sunday; closed Monday-Thursday.

Lake Gaston Summer Rentals

A boat rental service offering a variety of watercraft, including jet skis and pontoon boats. Customers can take advantage of delivery services for rentals of three days or more, with boats delivered directly to their docks. Bookings may be made online. Open 9 AM - 5 PM daily (hours vary seasonally).

Tip: Check out Eaton Ferry Marina/Keel Marinas for more options!

Rock Outdoors

A one-stop destination for outdoor adventure, Rock Outdoors offers boat rentals for fishing, cruising, and lake fun, along with a full-service marine center and retail store. Located in Lexington, NC, they provide quality gear and expert support for a seamless day on the water. Open 8:30 AM - 6 PM, Monday-Saturday; and 10 AM - 5 PM, Sunday.

The Cryptozoology & Paranormal Museum

A one-of-a-kind attraction in historic Littleton, The Cryptozoology & Paranormal Museum explores creatures and phenomena outside traditional science, featuring Bigfoot casts, haunted dolls, and ghost-hunting gear. Visitors can even join local paranormal investigations using real tools like K-II meters. Open 1 PM - 7 PM, Monday-Sunday.

Medoc Mountain State Park

A scenic escape in Halifax County, Medoc Mountain State Park offers hiking, biking, horseback riding, picnicking, and fishing along Little Fishing Creek, all set on ancient geological remnants. Home to rare species like Lewis' heartleaf and the Neuse River waterdog, the park welcomes leashed pets and features distinct visitor center and campground entrances.

Lakeland Community Theatre

A cultural cornerstone housed in the historic Lake Mirror Center, Lakeland Community Theatre has delivered over 250 live productions across 39 years, showcasing local talent on and off stage. With a dedicated volunteer base and wide community reach, it offers performances and classes for all ages. Open 1 PM - 4 PM, Monday-Friday (non-performance weeks); 1 PM - 5 PM, Monday-Friday (performance weeks); and one hour before each showtime.

AF Wake

A premier watersports school founded by champion Adam Fields, AF Wake offers personalized wakeboarding, wakesurfing, and waterskiing instruction for all levels at its full-service on-water facility. With rentals, gear sales, and coaching available year-round, lessons and store visits are by appointment. Open daily by appointment starting in March; rentals available year-round.

Rosemont Vineyards

An estate winery in Virginia, Rosemont Vineyards crafts premium wines entirely on-site—from bud break to bottling—highlighting the region’s terroir. Guests can enjoy guided tastings of eight wines with a souvenir glass or choose self-guided flights, with reservations required for groups of nine or more. Open 11 AM - 6 PM, Monday-Saturday; and 1 PM - 6 PM, Sunday.