Harris Lake County Park — Attraction in Holly Springs

5/5 for sure!

I recently visited Harris Lake Park and was thoroughly impressed by its serene beauty! The moment I arrived, I felt a sense of peace wash over me. The lake's calm waters and lush surroundings make it the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

One of the things that stood out to me was the abundance of activities available. There are plenty of areas for BBQs, fishing spots, and even a play area for kids! The restrooms were clean and well-maintained, which was a nice surprise.

But what really made my visit special was the abundance of benches and seating areas. It was the perfect spot to sit, relax, and take in the breathtaking views. And the pièce de résistance - a small boardwalk that overlooks the lake! The boardwalk offered stunning views of the lake and surrounding landscape, and was the perfect spot to take some amazing photos.

I saw people of all ages enjoying the scenery, from families with young children to seniors looking for a peaceful retreat. Plus it's pet friendly.

The parking area was also spacious and well-organized, making it easy to find a spot.

Overall, I highly recommend Harris Lake to anyone looking for a beautiful, calming spot to spend the day. Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to relax, this lake has something for everyone. And the best part? It's friendly for all ages!

Don't miss out on this hidden gem – add Harris Lake to your must-visit list and experience its tranquility...

Fell in love with Harris Lake. First time there to kayak. Driving into the park, everything was clean and manicured. A lot of sections to the park with different for different purposes, disc golf, fishing, playground (currently closed for covid), the picnic area is big and spacious and GORGEOUSLY manicured. The parking area is shaded which is a nice change. Usually when you park your car for kayaking the lot is sun bleached and your interior COOKS. Not to mention loading and unloading in the sun can be hot.

Be warned that you have to walk your boat 100+ yards to the put in area, you can’t drive your car down there and unload. It’s a wide, flat grassy/rocky path but can be an obstacle. Recommend a kayak cart/more than one person for the bigger, heavier boats. Plenty of scenery in the big lake to paddle around. Beaver dams, the shoreline, and birds. It’s a big lake, shared with motorized craft though. The top half/third of the lake is on the other side of a low bridge so motor craft tend to not go under the bridge....

Harris Lake is a Wake County Park in New Hill, just south of Apex. The 680-acre park is located on a peninsula in Harris Lake, the reservoir for Shearon Harris Nuclear Power Plant. The park features hiking trails, mountain biking trails, a disc golf course, boat launch, picnic tables, and a primitive group camping site. The Peninsula Trail is a 4.5 mile loop that runs along the perimeter of the peninsula. Several connector loops allow for shorter loop hikes. The trail is very flat so the hiking is appropriate for all skill levels. There are great views of the lake from the trail as well as a chance to hike by some historical sites from before the lake was constructed. Hiking along the west side of the peninsula, you'll see the cooling tower for the nuclear power plant for much of the hike. There are three mountain biking trails for beginner, intermediate, and advanced skill levels. A boat launch is available for car-top boats only to paddle...