Lake Brandt is an 816-acre municipal reservoir. Fishing is allowed from the pier or from a boat. No bank fishing is allowed. Fishing is most successful for largemouth bass, crappie, and catfish. Kayaking, stand-up paddling boarding, and canoeing are allowed on Lake Brandt. A launch ramp is open for private boats. Privately owned canoes and kayaks may be launched year-round. Rowboats, kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes are available to the public for in-season daily rental. No swimming or wading is allowed at Lake Brandt or any of the Greensboro City Lakes.