The Top 5 Lakes around Carrboro
Looking to visit the best lakes around Carrboro? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Carrboro’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 28, 2025
George and Julia Brumley Family Nature Preserve
Highlight • Forest
The George and Julia Brumley Family Nature Preserve, also known as the Brumley Nature Preserve, is a 673-acre nature preserve with mixtures of mature and young hardwoods and pines. The …
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University Lake
Highlight • Lake
University Lake spans over 200 acres and is super popular for a bunch of different recreational users. You get a pretty great view of the water from here on the Jones Ferry Road bridge.
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Brumley Forest Pond
Highlight • Lake
Brumley Forest Pond is a small reservoir within the Brumley Forest Nature Preserve. There is a singletrack trail that hugs the shores of the pond, which connects to the many miles of other trails on the property.
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B. Everett Jordan Project
Highlight • Lake
Originally named New Hope Lake Project, the reservoir was renamed in 1974 in memory of B. Everett Jordan Project. It includes several parts located around the lake and hosts nice …
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Pond and Wooden Bridge at Brumley Nature Preserve
Highlight • Lake
Brumley Nature Preserve is a 673-acre forest of healthy hardwood trees, young pine trees, streams, wetlands, and ponds. It is a popular place for outdoor lovers, especially bird watchers.
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