Come learn about the snakes that call Jordan Lake their home! The talk will take place at the amphitheater at Poplar Point Campground, located at the boat ramp. Anyone who's not camping, will need to pay a $7 entrance fee. Please email steve.mcmurray@ncparks with any questions.
Events and Programs
Tentative opening dates for Crosswinds...
Area A is scheduled to open 6-17-19
Area B is scheduled to open 6-17-19
Area C is scheduled to open 7-1-19
Park Advisory July 4th – 7th
Beach and boat access areas are very popular, particularly on days with nice weather. Visitors should plan for traffic congestion near the park and delays when searching for available parking spaces. Once all parking spaces are full additional cars will not be allowed in the park until spaces open again and if you leave re-entry is not guaranteed. The busiest and most congested times at the park are 11am until 4pm. Do not attempt to park outside the recreation area and walk into the park. Pedestrians are not allowed to walk into the park, also please do not slow down or stop in the road or highway to speak with park staff when they are trying to direct traffic due to safety concerns.
Do not park your vehicles in undesignated areas and no parking zones as park rangers, state troopers and other law enforcement officers will be enforcing parking violations through fines and by towing
Events and Programs
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area offers a variety of learning opportunities for all ages. Typically led by park rangers, these interpretive programs allow the public to gain perspective into what makes North Carolina state parks naturally wonderful.
Most of the events are free, though some require pre-registration. All give park visitors deeper insight into the natural world. Call the park office for more information.
Date of Event:
Mon, 06/17/2019 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Start Location:
Amphitheater, at Poplar Point Campground
Come learn about the snakes that call Jordan Lake their home! The talk will take place at the amphitheater at Poplar Point Campground, located at the boat ramp. Anyone who's not camping, will need to pay a $7 entrance fee. Please email steve.mcmurray@ncparks with any questions.
Date of Event:
Mon, 06/24/2019 - 11:15am to 12:15pm
Start Location:
Amphitheater, at Poplar Point Campground
"Really? The bald eagle has 2 focal points in each eye? Whoa! There is a relative of the the desert roadrunner that visits Jordan Lake each summer! Come and explore some of the most interesting, odd and take home facts about the birds at Jordan Lake. Be dressed for the hot weather and bring binoculars as the second half of the program will be outdoors as we look for eagles and oddities." For more information please email steve.mcmurray@ncparks.gov
Date of Event:
Sat, 06/29/2019 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Start Location:
Visitor Center, directly off of Hwy 64.
2019 is the Year of the Snakes in North Carolina's state parks.
The tradition continues as North Carolina State Parks celebrates its annual theme, "The Year of the Snake." Jordan Lake State Recreation Area will offer a variety of Snake programs throughout the summer months. Experience a Snake program from one of our Park Rangers, and learn about Snake Identification, How to Co-Existing with Snakes, and fun Snake Craft Activities.
Do you know which species of snakes live in your neighborhood? Do you know the largest and smallest snakes in N.C.? Do you know the life span of a Snake? Do you know how Snakes survive the winter? If you are interested in attending a Snake program at Jordan Lake SRA, please contact the park office at 919-362-0586 or visit https://www.ncparks.gov/jordan-lake-state-recreation-area for the program calendar.
Jordan Lake SRA charges an entrance fee of $7.00 during the summer months.
Watch where you Step, be Safe, and Have a Naturally Wonderful Experience.
Date of Event:
Sun, 07/14/2019 - 3:00pm to 3:30pm
Start Location:
Seaforth Recreation Area-Beach Area
280 State Park Road
Apex, NC 27523
919-362-0586
jordan.lake@ncparks.gov
- 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
PLEASE NOTE: Jordan Lake's day-use area gates and campground gates open and lock promptly at the posted times. No entry or exit is permitted before or after posted gate hours, except for law enforcement or medical emergencies.
- November to February:
8:00am to 8:00pm
- March to April:
8:00am to 9:00pm
- May to September:
8:00am to 10:00pm
- October:
8:00am to 9:00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
PLEASE NOTE: Jordan Lake's day-use area gates and campground gates open and lock promptly at the posted times. No entry or exit is permitted before or after posted gate hours, except for law enforcement or medical emergencies.
- November to February:
8:00am to 4:30pm – weekdays only
- March to October:
8:00am to 4:30pm – daily
- Closed on November 28 and 29, December 24 to 26 and New Year's Day