The Top 20 Lakes in Wake County
Looking to visit the best lakes in Wake County? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, …
Last updated: September 24, 2025
The Crabtree Creek Greenway Trail stretches over 19 miles, connecting Morrisville, Cary, and Raleigh. This asphalt trail runs through forested greenways, city parks, residential areas, and business districts. It offers …
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Shelley Lake is a common swimming and fishing hole. The lake was named after John Francis Shelly, who received the lake and the land around it as a payment for his service in the Civil War.
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Realy cool trail around Bond Lake
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With over 520 acres of land, Crabtree Park is a pleasant park in Raleigh with a lake, gardens, and self-named trail.
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This lake is a pleasant spot for fishing, but it's crucial to stay within the designated area. Additionally, you have the option to canoe or kayak on the lake, but …
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Falls Lake is a 12,410-acre reservoir and is the main source of drinking water for the city of Raleigh and the surrounding communities. The lake provides many recreational opportunities such as boating, fishing, swimming, picnicking, camping, hiking, and biking.
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Beautiful lake with a picturesque bridge and a pier to enjoy the views of the calm waters surrounded by forest.
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An overlook on the easternmost shore of Johnson Lake that provides an ideal sunset-watching point of view.
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Bass Lake, near the town of Holly Springs in North Carolina, is a picturesque reservoir surrounded by forest and a nice hiking trail. Besides hiking, it is a popular location for boating, fishing, picnicking and birdwatching.
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