Harris Lake County Park

I can only vouch for the pavilions and the areas around them. Went here with a few toddlers and it was a blast. They have cleared a few areas so you can get right down on the lake, shore fishing looks allowed and my 2 year old loved watching some of the people pull-​up little perch and release them.
The playground is very well maintained and has something for all ages. There is a large field to run around and play on.
What was awesome was watching a pair of apaches run maneuvers right above us. My son was screaming helicopter the entire time.

I really wish Unilocal had a 10 star system. I have been there and enjoyed it prolly a dozen times. Today though I was extremely disappointed by the numerous Gypsy Moth tents destroying the hardwoods. It was ugly.

My fiancé, our pup and I piled into the car and decided to venture out to Harris Lake park last night. So pretty and peaceful looking out over the lake, a good recharge for the soul. We didn’t fully explore the area and must have missed the entrance with all of the awesome trails because the trail we were on was more of a pathway to the bathroom and parking lot. Boo. But on the bright side, the bathroom looked large and well kept. Any who, we would definitely go back for a peaceful walk soon.

Love it my favorite mountain bike trails in triangle area 29 er friendly fast fun and challenging

My ONLY complaint about this park is how far away it is. But then again, it’s a fun drive out there, and it makes for a great weekend outing.
I suspect Progress/​Duke has shelled out a ton of $$$ to make this park what it is. I don’t really care why it’s so nice though.
The frisbee golf course is fun and well maintained.
The kids playground was a big hit with my kids.
The bathrooms are nice, big, and clean.
They have an ICE MACHINE available to folks who want to picnic.
I’ve not been far on the walking trails and I haven’t braved the MTB stuff yet, but I assume they’re just as nice as the rest of the park.

Great place to walk the dog, Nice lake views, and normally this park is not crowded.

This is my favorite park in the area hands down. They have a good amount of bike trails (and for different skill levels) so you can always find something for you. The actual park is gorgeous and I love going and looking out onto the lake.
Great walking trails and volleyball courts. They also have disc golf which is a lot of fun if you haven’t tried it.
They also have boat access for the lake
The playground looks great for kids — they always seem to be having a good time.
There really is something for everyone — and the view is gorgeous.

Love this park! Super nice playground with a tot lot and kids lot overlooking the lake. Also, lots of biking and hiking trails, a disc golf course, sand volleyball court, fishing pier, & boat access! All for free! Not to mention tons of picnic tables with beautiful lake views! And so close to Holly Springs/​Fuquay/​Apex/​Cary! Why didn’t I discover this place sooner? We’ll be back very soon!

Okay, so don’t get freaked out that this park was built on land owned by Progress Energy and Shearon Harris Nuclear Power Plant. I have been assured (multiple times) that it is safe to swim in the water and breath the air surrounding this nuclear plant. I have been here many times, and as of yet I haven’t grown any weird boils or extra fingers.
In fact, this park is Unilocal-​tastic! Apparently, it has some great mountain biking trails, but I wouldn’t know. I don’t mountain bike, not yet. I have ran and hiked almost all the trails in this park and think they are some of the best around. Also, Frisbee golf is huge here.
But the trails aren’t why I decided to Unilocal about this park (even though they are worthy of Unilocaling about). What has earned all of this glory is the water. I have been dying to get in some lake water since last summer and since moving back from the mountains, and Harris Lake is the perfect place to do so. If you have a boat, this is where you need to be. Go at dusk/​evening and the fishing is good and the boat ramps aren’t crowded. There is no fee for this park, so stay as long as you want.
Also, it’s super close to Cary, even if the address says New Hill. Which I have never heard of. I consider it Fuquay/​Holly Springs.