Outdoors & nature · hiking

Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

Large state park offering swimming beaches, hiking trails, boating, and camping.

4.7 (2315 Google reviews)$OutdoorSummer season
  • swimming
  • hiking
  • nature
  • beach

280 State Park Rd, Apex, NC 27523, USA

What locals say

Insider tip Heads up 📍 Jordan Lake

Multiple locals strongly advise against swimming here due to water quality concerns from runoff. Consider other activities like picnicking or fishing instead.

“every time I've let that nasty water near my orifices has been on accident. I also would pick somewhere else for swimming with my child.”

Overheard on r/raleigh · 11 upvotes

Insider tip Heads up 📍 Jordan Lake

Avoid swimming here currently due to underwater hazards and water quality issues following recent flooding.

“Swimming at Jordan is not currently advisable. Lots of underwater dangers due to the flooding”

Overheard on r/raleigh · 6 upvotes

Insider tip 📍 Falls Lake

Excellent for outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. The surrounding watershed area has lower building density, which is why you can find larger lots here, though it is expensive.

“Falls Lake is the water supply. So building density is lower to reduce pollution.”

Overheard on r/raleigh · 5 upvotes

📍 Jordan Lake

Good spot for boating and swimming.

“Jordan Lake has boating and swimming available.”

Overheard on r/raleigh · 38 upvotes

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