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Lake Thom-A-Lex Park is owned by Cities of Lexington and Thomasville.  The park is under the operation of the Davidson County Recreation and Parks Department.  The park has undergone major renovation changes over the last few years..

Park Hours: (Effective July 1, 2008)
April 1 through August 31:  6:30 am to 8:30 pm
September 1 through October 31:  7:00 am to 6:30 pm
November 1 through March 31: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Picnic Shelters
The park has four picnic shelters that can be reserved on weekdays and weekends for all types of events.  For information about shelter reservations contact the Davidson County Recreation and Parks Department at (336) 242-2285.  Shelters will not be reserved until someone in the party comes to the Davidson County Recreation office and completes a rental form and pays for the shelter.  Cost of shelter is $25.00 for a three hour period.  Payment must be paid with cash or check only (Please bring correct change if paying by cash).
The park also has a new playground for all to enjoy.

Fishing
Area fishermen can launch their boat at the access below the warden office.  The cost to launch a boat is $4.00 plus $2.00 to fish.  If you do not own a boat, you can use one of three floating piers or bank fish for $2.00.  All fishermen must have current North Carolina fishing license and lake permit.  Area residents can put in their kayak or canoe for paddling up or down the lake for $2.00.  

There is a bait shop that is also open that you can buy drinks, snacks, picnic supplies, and fishing supplies.

NO swimming is allowed, the lake is the water source for the Cities of Lexington and Thomasville.
NO pleasure boating, water skiing, or jet skiing is allowed.

If you have any questions please contact Lake Warden at (336) 731-6052 or Davidson County Recreation and Parks Department at (336) 242-2285.

 
Photo Not Available! Lake Thom-A-Lex Park
700 Yokley Road
Lexington, NC  27292
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