Falls Lake State Recreation Area

Open — The campground is currently open for reservations. Note that Beaverdam area restrooms are closed through January 31, 2026 with portable toilets available, and Rolling View day-use restrooms are closed through June 2026 with portable toilets available.

About

Falls Lake State Recreation Area is one of North Carolina's largest recreational facilities, encompassing a 12,000-acre reservoir located just 10 miles from Durham and 12 miles from Raleigh in Wake County. The recreation area features over 300 campsites distributed across multiple campgrounds including Holly Point, Rolling View, Shinleaf, and Beaverdam. The campgrounds offer diverse camping options from full-service RV sites with electric and water hookups to primitive hike-in sites for backcountry enthusiasts. Each established campsite includes a picnic table, outdoor grill, tent pad, and lantern hook. Bathhouses with flush toilets and hot showers are centrally located within each camping loop. The recreation area provides excellent access to Falls Lake for boating, fishing, and swimming, with dedicated camper-only boat ramps at select campgrounds. Miles of hiking trails wind through the area, and in spring and fall, migrating monarch butterflies add seasonal beauty to the landscape. The campgrounds provide 24-hour access for campers during the operating season when sites are reserved or occupied. Reservations can be made online through the North Carolina State Parks system or by phone. The recreation area charges a per-vehicle entrance fee daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and on weekends in April, May, and September. With its proximity to the Triangle area and extensive recreational opportunities, Falls Lake State Recreation Area serves as an accessible getaway for both weekend campers and longer stays.

Directions

From Durham: 9 miles east on NC 98. From Raleigh: 12 miles north on NC 50 (Creedmoor Road). Main office address: 13304 Creedmoor Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587.

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