NO! It's nothing like Winnipesaukee but it's still a great lake! The ability to work in Charlotte and then be at the lake in 20 minutes is amazing. I hate the cold so living full time in NH is not an option for me but there is no place better than Winni in the summertime! Headed to Winni for annual trip next week and can't wait. The other 30 weeks of the year you can find me at Norman.