Discover Lake Raleigh (A Hidden Gem)

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Talk about a hidden gem. It took us 6 years of living in Raleigh before we even knew that Lake Raleigh existed, now it’s one of our favorite lakes in Raleigh, and if you’re searching on your phone for lakes near Raleigh don’t miss this one!

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Located in the heart of North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus and surrounded by 96 acres of protected forest, Lake Raleigh is an oasis for NC State students and the general public.

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