Wow there are improvements! You can now book online and pay for long before you get here and for…read morethe check in you just call a number for the roving ranger. Actually when you do the booking you provide license plate numbers and pay a booking fee. The other improvement is the road that leads to the campground, it has been paved! It used to be a pothole after a pothole, not anymore but don't tell anyone because next time I want to find one site available

Amazing, home cooked food and the portions are really hefty. A very smooth and calming atmosphere…read moreas well

There were ample camping/picnicking sites near the water. There was plenty of shade and the sites…read morewere clean.

Who knew that this huge lake existed?! My native North Carolinian buddy Tim did, apparently! After…read morea bit over an hour long car ride heading east of Winston-Salem, we found ourselves unloading our fishing boat at the dock of B. Everett Jordan Lake. Everyone there was so friendly, quick to wave as you passed them by while zipping over the waters. The beauty of this place - from the flora to the fauna - is breathtaking; perfect location for camping, fishing, swimming and/or water sports fanatics such as myself. Even the wildlife (falcons, cranes, etc.) will stun you.... in the best way! Whatever (ahem) floats your boat, if you're looking for a quiet, serene location to escape the insanity, Jordan lake is definitely it! My friends (seen pictured upon the boat, in the background) didn't believe me when I said I would dive into the deepest end of the lake and swim my way back to shore... so these selfies snapped are proof of my claims! Hopefully, next time we return they'll be brave enough to join me in making a splash!!

Bond Park Lake Trail is such a lovely spot for an easy outdoor escape in Cary. The trail is about…read morehalf paved and half unpaved, which made it feel a little more natural while still being very accessible. It was especially great for dogs -- there were so many happy pups out enjoying the trail, and the atmosphere felt super friendly and relaxed. A huge plus was how shaded most of the trail is, which made the walk comfortable even on a warmer day. The lake views along the way were beautiful and peaceful, and there are plenty of large grassy areas throughout the park that are perfect for picnics, tossing a ball around, or simply lounging outside with a book. The park itself is also very well maintained with lots of parking, clean restrooms, and helpful amenities. I also liked seeing the workout stations scattered along the trail for anyone wanting to turn their walk into a little fitness moment.

We had our baby shower at Buehler Shelter and had a great experience! You can pay ahead of time and…read morereserve the shelter. It was a large area with lots of picnics tables. It is somewhat secluded. Plenty of parking and bathrooms are nearby(but not too close)

Kayaking, Tubing and Ground camping is always a unique experience. Great people!…read more We always pleased!

Friendly staff, easy booking process, and a very peaceful 3 hour float ! The river is pretty…read morestagnant, so you will need some upper body strength to get moving in some spots, but it is very relaxing for the most part. I was hoping to see some wildlife, but only saw a squirrel and a bunch of dragonflies! Highly recommended this company and would definitely do this again.

I stayed here for about six months after selling my home and before leaving for a combat…read moredeployment. I was very happy there. If it were closer to Raleigh, I'd have gone right back there after my deployment. The landlord is super nice, the grounds are very clean, the people that live there are extremely friendly and very helpful, and the pond and area are absolutely beautiful! You can even fish in the pond. This place is like a little slice of heaven. Oh, and the rent is just right! I really can't say enough good things about this place. If I ever go back to living in an RV, this the only place I will stay.

See B. Everett Jordan Dam from a different perspective here!…read more http://youtu.be/a_LNnYF-VUk

It's a nice park in the area! You'll get to expose yourself to sunlight and nature! Great place to…read moredo picnic or outdooring like fishing and playing toys on the lake! Cool place

What a scenic experience! The wind and good weather blew me here and it was just the space I needed…read moreto clear my head.

My review is based on customer service. I texted, as per their website, to check on availability…read morefor 2 weeks in March. They texted back very quickly, maybe 10 minutes later. Unfortunately, they were booked but suggested about a dozen other campgrounds to look into. That was above and beyond and much appreciated.

I was looking for a place monthly. I sent them an email and they have not responded in 3 days. My…read moreniece that lives only 20 mins. from there drove there today and said there was NO sign there announcing the campground. She saw NO office either and there was 4-6 campers just sitting there but she saw no people and there was no one there available to talk with about anything. So right now I am assuming that no body is there during the winter. Can understand why they didn't answer their email with my concerns asking if they have a space. I have NOTHING from them. Hoping to make contact sooner of later however. Wandakate currently in Franklin, N.C. (in the mountains).

Wonderful trails for biking, hiking, walking (and also some trails are sign-posted to allow…read morehorses). Not crowded. Miles & miles of trails. Picnic tables and pavilions. Creeks and streams. Lakes and ponds. Boating. BE AWARE of closed trails, bridges, etc...stop by the park office AND check the website for closures.

Umstead is a great park with plenty of parking locations and different trail options. I hope to try…read moreout all of their walking trails. I've done at least 2 of their trails with the last being the Pott's Branch Trail. Pott's Branch is one of their easy trails at 1.3 miles. I recommend you wear tight/well fitting sneakers or boots as there are a lot of roots on the trails and you don't want to slip. Umstead does a great job of marking the trails and there were even paper maps available.

Very well kept park located in south west Raleigh not too far from downtown. The parking is…read moreeffortless. The restrooms were clean. The trails were scenic and relatively easy to navigate. I enjoyed the trails and I recommend hiking here. There is a nice pond loop trail area that's really nice. I'd definitely return. No pets are allowed here. That's the only downside. Besides that it was a great time here. This is a nice 3.5 miles when covering all the trails.

Although out of the way from Wake Forest, this park is nice. Not too easy and not too difficult…read more Very little elevation change, however the trail is mostly dirt. So, if it is raining be prepared for some muddy conditions. The trail is pretty much covered by trees that provides some shade. Yesterday it was in the 90s, but with the breeze and shade, I was able to get 12000 steps. There are clean restrooms at the entrance/exit of the park. There was also ample parking. The trail is a little over 1 mile if you just go around the lake. There are more steps if you take the trail into the woods. Stay on the paths and they will loop you back. Yesterday, the only disappointment was the water wheel wasn't being used and we didn't get any pictures of that.