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North Carolina
Wake County
Raleigh

Lake Raleigh – Sunset View of Lake Johnson loop from Raleigh

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United States
North Carolina
Wake County
Raleigh

Lake Raleigh – Sunset View of Lake Johnson loop from Raleigh

Easy

4.9

(9402)

18,777

riders

Lake Raleigh – Sunset View of Lake Johnson loop from Raleigh

01:42

27.4km

140m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 0 m for 227 m

After 27.2 km for 216 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

8.16 km

Lake Raleigh

Highlight • Lake

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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2

10.3 km

Walnut Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Walnut Creek Trail is a paved multi-use path that follows Walnut Creek for 18 miles from Lake Johnson Park to the Neuse River Trail.

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3

11.3 km

Johnson Lake Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

An overlook on the easternmost shore of Johnson Lake that provides an ideal sunset-watching point of view.

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4

11.5 km

Sunset View of Lake Johnson

Highlight • Lake

Super for a nice sunset walk

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5

11.7 km

Lake Johnson Loop

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

6

18.6 km

Walnut Creek Greenway Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Walnut Creek Greenway Trail is a 15-mile trail that runs from Lake Johnson Park to the Neuse River Trail. It is fully paved and mostly flat, so it is not a difficult trail to walk.

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7

20.1 km

Lake Raleigh

Highlight • Lake

Lake Raleigh is a reservoir located on the campus of the North Carolina State University. The man-made lake covers a picturesque expanse, surrounded by greenery and nice hiking trails with scenic views.

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B

27.4 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.7 km

2.82 km

940 m

831 m

669 m

384 m

Surfaces

21.4 km

4.73 km

900 m

282 m

101 m

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Saturday 11 July

35°C

23°C

49 %

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