Ever wonder what lies beneath the water in a pond? Why don’t you come join park staff and find out! You will have fun learning how to identify aquatic life found living in a pond. You will use nets, guide books and may get a little wet/muddy during the activity. The program will last up to an hour is geared for all age groups. You can register at leah.farr@ncparks.gov or at 919-362-0586 ext. 212. The program will take place in Poplar Point Campground in Loop E around site 15.
Events and Programs
Crosswinds Campground Improvements/Construction
The Crosswinds campground is scheduled for campground improvements starting in the fall 2018 and it is a possibility that the renovations may not be complete until the first week of June, 2019. No reservations will be taken during this time through the call center or online until the campground improvements are completed. Loops B and C at Crosswinds are being updated to 50 amp from 30 amp and the showerhouses are being renovated.
Posted on: Monday, July 2, 2018Events 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:
Wed, 08/15/2018 - 5:30pm to 6:00pm
Start Location:
Poplar Point Campground, Loop E at site 15
Catch a Sure Thing (C.A.S.T.) – We provide the bait, tackle, and expertise. You are encouraged to bring your own equipment. You provide a child between the ages of 6 and 12 who wants to go fishing. This program is limited to groups of 6 children. They will learn how to bait a hook, types of fish found in the lake, and if willing, how to unhook a fish!
- Hands-on activity
- Group size ≤ 6
- Ages 6-12
- Length - 1.5 hours
Please call the park office at 919 362-0586 ext. 218 to register your child. Please leave the child's name and a parent or guardian's name and contact number. Spaces are limited.
The program will be held every Sunday from June 2 to October 28 with some exceptions. No CAST programs will be offered on June 30, July 7 and September 2.
Date of Event:
Repeats every week every Sunday until Sun Oct 28 2018 except Sat Jun 30 2018, Sat Jul 07 2018, Sun Sep 02 2018.
Sun, 08/12/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 08/19/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 08/26/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 09/09/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 09/16/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 09/23/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 09/30/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 10/07/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 10/14/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 10/21/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 10/28/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am Start Location:
Park Office
Ever wonder what lies beneath the water in a pond? Why don’t you come join park staff and find out! You will have fun learning how to identify aquatic life found living in a pond. You will use nets, guide books and may get a little wet/muddy during the activity. The program will last up to an hour is geared for all age groups. You can register at leah.farr@ncparks.gov or at 919-362-0586 ext. 212. The program will take place in Poplar Point Campground in Loop E around site 15.
Date of Event:
Wed, 08/22/2018 - 9:30am to 10:30am
Start Location:
Poplar Point Campground, Loop E at site 15
Did you say Bald Eagles, Ospreys? Did you know Jordan Lake is home to these magnificent birds? If you would like to learn about these large raptors please join us for a talk, photo gallery and slide show about eagles and ospreys. Doc Ellen will be on hand talking about who wins the “Competition” of catching fish. After the talk, we will talk a short walk behind the visitor center to observe the trees and skies for our feathery friends. No RSVP required, just show up! If you do have questions, please email steve.mcmurray@ncparks.gov
Date of Event:
Sat, 08/25/2018 - 2:00pm to 3:45pm
Start Location:
Visitor Center, directly off of Hwy 64.
Catch a Sure Thing (C.A.S.T.) – We provide the bait, tackle, and expertise. You are encouraged to bring your own equipment. You provide a child between the ages of 6 and 12 who wants to go fishing. This program is limited to groups of 6 children. They will learn how to bait a hook, types of fish found in the lake, and if willing, how to unhook a fish!
- Hands-on activity
- Group size ≤ 6
- Ages 6-12
- Length - 1.5 hours
Please call the park office at 919 362-0586 ext. 218 to register your child. Please leave the child's name and a parent or guardian's name and contact number. Spaces are limited.
The program will be held every Sunday from June 2 to October 28 with some exceptions. No CAST programs will be offered on June 30, July 7 and September 2.
Date of Event:
Sun, 08/12/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 08/19/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 08/26/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 09/09/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 09/16/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 09/23/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 09/30/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 10/07/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 10/14/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 10/21/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am, Sun, 10/28/2018 - 9:00am to 10:15am
Start Location:
Park Office
Contact:
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area
280 State Park Road
Apex, North Carolina 27523Phone919-362-0586
jordan.lake@ncparks.gov
Latitude: 35.735554
Longitude: -79.016569
Day Use Areas
May-August: 8am to 9pm
September, October, March, April: 8am to 8pm
November-February: 8am to 6pm
Campgrounds
May-September : 8am to 10pm
March, April and October: 8am to 9pm
November-February: 8am to 8pm
Closed Christmas Day
Jordan Lake's day use area gates and campground gate open and lock promptly at posted times. No entry or exit is permitted before or after posted gate hours except for law enforcement or medical emergencies.
Park Office and Information Center Hours
8am - 4:30pm daily
8am - 5pm weekdays only (November - February)
Closed on November 23, November 24, December 25, 26 and 27 for the holidays.