Lake Johnson Park

Name: Lake Johnson Park
Address: 4601 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh, NC, 27606, US
Telephone: (919) 996-3141
Price range: $
Rating: 4.8

Lake Johnson Park: Raleigh's scenic lake loop for walking, biking, picnics, and events

4.8(5 reviews)

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Lake Johnson Park, at 4601 Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh, offers a ~4.5-mile lake loop (1.5 miles unpaved) or a 3-mile paved option via a bridge. The route includes flat northern sections and southern hills, with benches along the path. The recreation facility has bathrooms and a water fountain that is off in winter. Three parking lots can fill on holidays and weekends, with extra spaces past the bridge. Picnic areas, a rentable room, and fall colors with lake views, plus fishing and kayaking opportunities.

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4601 Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA

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4601 Avent Ferry Road

Raleigh, NC, 27606

(919) 996-3141 www.raleighnc.gov/parks/content/ParksRec/Articles/Parks/LakeJohnson.html

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Trail Walking and Running

Enjoy a 4.5-mile loop trail around the lake with paved and unpaved sections, suitable for all fitness levels.

Kayaking and Fishing

Access the lake for recreational kayaking and fishing in a peaceful, natural environment.

Picnic Areas

Use designated picnic spots with tables and scenic views for family gatherings or casual outings.

Event Rentals

Rent facilities for private events, parties, or group activities in a beautiful lakeside setting.

Birdwatching and Nature Viewing

Observe wildlife like Great Blue Herons and enjoy seasonal foliage, especially vibrant in fall.

4.80 · 5 reviews

Overall rating

Joseph Vinar

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· 8 months ago

This is one of my favorite parks in Raleigh. There’s a ~4.5-mile loop circumnavigating the lake with ~1.5 miles are unpaved; this can be shortened by taking a bridge across part of the lake resulting in a 3-mile, all paved route. There are some hills along the south side of the lake, but the northern side is very flat. There are various benches along the trail. The recreation facility has bathrooms that are moderately clean. There’s also a water fountain (turned off during the winter). There are three parking lots, but on holidays and weekends they can get pretty tight. They usually fill up in this order 1) the one by the recreation facility 2) the one just to the south across the lake (Avent Ferry Rd lot) 3) the one on the east side of the lake (1320 Lake Dam Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606)

Priya R

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· 10 months ago

Beautiful walk around the lake. Amazing fall colors and a good walking/biking path for 3.5 miles loop. We started from the east side. It had picnic tables at the main entrance. Beautiful views!

Aleks Baran

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· 10 months ago

Such a beautiful place! The lake is gorgeous and I saw three Great Blue Herons in one day. The walking trails around the lake are great, most of the path is paved and pretty wide. There is more parking on the other side of the bridge. The main lot gets fill really fast.

Michael Atogi

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· 11 months ago

This was part of our morning walk on the Walnut Creek Trail starting from the Farmer's Market. The trail is beautiful, well maintained, and fairly flat. Our two-way 8-mile walk ended at Lake Johnson. The lake, beach, restroom, and grounds are well kept. We took a 15 minute break here to enjoy the site and view before trekking our return trip. If you haven't walked on this trail, give it try, you will enjoy it.

Omar Othman

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· 1 year ago

Highly recommended. Has picnic areas and rentable room for events. Also has easy to moderate paved route suitable for walking, running, dog walking, cycling, or whatever else. The lake is beautiful and colors are amazing in the fall season. There is also possibility for fishing and kayaking. Parking is hard but there is another parking lot past the bridge. Pictures don’t do it justice!