White Lake

White Lake is a waterfront town in Bladen County built around a natural lake fed by underground springs with exceptional water clarity. The water body spans roughly 1,000 acres with a sandy bottom and gentle shoreline suitable for swimming and water activities.

The area was originally a natural lake that began development as a commercial destination around 1901. The community received official town status decades later in 1951 when it was formally incorporated.

The annual White Lake Water Festival draws visitors each summer for water sports and community celebrations that shape local social life. The event shows how central this body of water is to the identity and gatherings of people living here.

The lake is accessible year-round for visitors with waterfront areas and facilities along the shore. Conditions are most favorable during warmer months when facilities are fully operational and water temperatures are comfortable for swimming.

The water maintains exceptional clarity without discoloration, allowing unusually good visibility beneath the surface. This quality results from the underground springs that continuously feed the lake with fresh water.