Buggs Island Lake, Virginia's largest lake with 800 miles of shoreline, John H. Kerr Dam, and Lake Gaston are within minutes of Chase City. The Mecklenburg County Country Club, citation fishing, boating, and water sports are enjoyed year round. Camping also is a top recreation enjoyed in the area, and sports such as soccer, football, softball, basketball, tennis, golf, and archery are enjoyed in the parks. Cultural and historic sites include the MacCallum More Museum and Gardens and nearby Prestwould Plantation. MacCallum More Museum and Gardens is listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Historic Register and also serves as Chase City's Visitor Center.

A new playground was recently constructed through local contributions and fund raising by Project Playground.