Ask a Ranger: Good Fire
Join us for a discussion with Ranger Scott about what prescribed fires are and why they are so important to the forest.
Park News
Upcoming Events:
Saturday, October 19, 2019 - 6:00pm
Sunday, October 27, 2019 - 2:30pm
Seasonal Recreation Area Closures
Sandling Beach day-use area closes for the winter season on October 1, 2019. Holly Point campground closes for the winter season on November 1, 2019.
For a full list, see the Falls Lake Operating Season Schedule:
https://files.nc.gov/ncparks/falls-lake-state-recreation-area-2019-operating-season-schedule.pdf
Park News
Each of North Carolina’s state parks has special events during the year and news about facilities, trails, staff and park supporters. And, visitors are frequently finding new ways to explore a park’s unique cultural and natural resources. Check these pages to keep abreast of the news at your favorite parks.
Ask a Ranger: Women's History Month
Rangers Jess and Crystal take a deep dive into women's roles in NC State Parks to celebrate Women's History Month.
Falls Lake Youth Fishing Tournament
Save The Date!
Annual Falls Lake Youth Fishing Tournament
Saturday, May 19th, 2018 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Join us for a free & fun filled day at Beaverdam Day Use Area where we will be fishing, playing games, visiting with animals and winning prizes.
About the Tournament:
Ask a Ranger: Winter Wonderland
Ranger Crystal is out in the winter bluster interviewing a few of our animal friends to find out how they survive a North Carolina winter.
Bike trails:
CLOSED TODAY
13304 Creedmoor Road
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-676-1027
falls.lake@ncparks.gov
*HOURS FOR DAY-USE AREAS:
- November to February:
8:00am to 6:00pm
- March to April:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- May to August:
8:00am to 9:00pm
- September to October:
8:00am to 8:00pm
Closed Christmas Day
*HOURS FOR CAMPGROUND GATES:
All campgrounds at Falls Lake State Recreation Area offer 24-hour access when the campground is operating.
Campgrounds closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
*PLEASE NOTE: Day-use hours and 24-hour campground access are dependent on the operating season schedule.
PARK OFFICE HOURS:
8:00am to 5:00pm daily**
**Between Labor Day and Easter, office is closed on weekends and state holidays.