LAKE RALEIGH: A HIDDEN GEM

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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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It’s not one of the biggest lakes in Raleigh (75 acres) but so peaceful and far from overcrowded.

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Walnut Creek Trail (Lake Raleigh Trail)

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Apparently Lake Raleigh is a nice place to watch a sunset – on our list for things to come back for a sunset paddle, or maybe a sunset picnic!

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Park Guidelines

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Parking & Access Points:

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LAKE RALEIGH: A HIDDEN GEM

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.

It’s not one of the biggest lakes in Raleigh (75 acres) but so peaceful and far from overcrowded.

Walnut Creek Trail (Lake Raleigh Trail)

The Walnut Creek Trail is part of the greater Capital Area Greenway System and this trail around Lake Raleigh connects to the Neuse River Trail, Little Rock Trail, Rocky Branch Trail, and Lake Johnson East and West Loops for a total length of 15.6 miles .

Apparently Lake Raleigh is a nice place to watch a sunset – on our list for things to come back for a sunset paddle, or maybe a sunset picnic!

Park Guidelines

Lake Raleigh and its trails are open to the public from dawn until dusk.

No alcohol permitted.

Dogs must be kept on a six-foot leash.

No swimming or wading allowed.

No overnight camping.

Parking & Access Points:

- Main Campus Drive

- Park Alumni Center

- Centennial Campus Middle School

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