Shelley Lake Park sits off of West Millbrook Rd in Raleigh and makes it easy to forget that you're in North Carolina's capital city. Just 7 miles north of downtown Raleigh and I-440,
Shelley Lake Park's trail is perfect for walking, biking, and running
and it also offers fantastic views.
How long is the Shelley Lake Loop?
Walking The
2 Mile
Shelley Lake Trail
This is a 2-mile paved loop trail around the 53-acre lake. The trail is mostly flat with one small incline at the start (or end depending on which direction you walk) and is good for all fitness levels and those pushing a stroller.
Is Shelley Lake open?
Hours:
Daily, sunrise-sunset
. To navigate, press the arrow keys. This 53-acre lake and park provides two miles of paved, scenic greenway trails with exercise workout stations.
Is Shelley Lake a natural lake?
The Lake.
Shelley Lake is a natural rural lake
with a surface area of approximately 21 acres, fed by Saltese Creek and underground springs.
Can you swim in Shelley Lake?
Can I fish, boat or swim in the lake?
Yes, subject to the State fishing regulations and Lake/Shore Rules
. No lifeguard services are available; proceed at your own risk.
How long is lake Lynn Trail?
| Length 6.7 mi | Elev. Gain 242.7 ft | Est. Steps 15000 |
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What kind of fish are in Shelley Lake?
| Fish Species Bass, Panfish, Blue Gill | Fishing Platform No | Cleaning Station No | Accessible Platform No | Fishing Method Pole, Tip-up, Spearing |
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Is lake Lynn open?
Hours. In general, parks outdoor space and amenities are
open from dawn to dusk every day
.
Is Durant Park open?
Durant Nature Preserve is
open daily from 7 a.m. to dusk
.
Can you swim in Lake Wheeler NC?
Swimming and/or wading is
not allowed
. No alcohol of any kind.
Can you swim at Lake Crabtree?
Swimming has never been allowed at Lake Crabtree
, but boaters there get wet all the time – along with park employees who stand in the shallows to help them. PCBs have been measured in the lake bottom, but not in the water itself. Officials say that the lake water and its muddy bottom pose no health risks.
Can you swim at Lake Johnson?
Swimming/wading is not allowed
. All dogs must be under control and on a 6-foot leash.
How long is the loop around Lake Lynn?
The Lake Lynn Trail is a paved
2.8 mile
loop that follows the perimeter of the lake offering lovely views, and it's part of the Hare Snipe Creek Trail and the greater Capital Area Greenway system, one of the best features about living in Raleigh.
Is Lake Lynn safe?
Lake Lynn is in the 38th percentile for safety
, meaning 62% of cities are safer and 38% of cities are more dangerous. This analysis applies to Lake Lynn's proper boundaries only. See the table on nearby places below for nearby cities. The rate of crime in Lake Lynn is 32.14 per 1,000 residents during a standard year.
Can you fish at Lake Lynn?
Lake Lynn is a lake near Raleigh.
The most popular species caught here are Largemouth bass, Bluegill, and White crappie
. 515 catches are logged on Fishbrain. Please use your best judgement when determining where you can fish, and make sure you follow local regulations.
How many acres is Lake Lynn?
| Lake Lynn | Type man-made lake |
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