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    Lake Michael

    4.6 (10 reviews)

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    Mary S.

    I've come to walk the puppets around here! It's a short but nice hike! Close to town but very much in nature!

    Sal P.

    Great park to go for a long hike. The trails are well marked (for a very wooded trail) with bridges over wet areas. Note you CAN NOT walk around the entire lake! Signs stop you. Call the website number before going, as it is closed sometimes; weekdays and winter. Why? No one knows. Dogs are allowed, but not in pavilions. Watch slow bumps going in and out, they need to be painted.

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    7 years ago

    Recently visited Mebane, NC and went to Lake Michael. It was beautiful. We enjoyed the walking paths through the woods.

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    8 years ago

    Beautiful local place to get away without the long drive. We brought the RV, opened the awning and enjoyed the atmosphere.

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    They have paddle boats and row boats for rent and also give pontoon boat rides around the lake.

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    Saxapahaw Island Park

    Saxapahaw Island Park

    4.8
    (15 reviews)
    11.8 mi

    Easy trail around the island with nice river views. Good for beginners but lots of rocks and tree…read moreroots on the path.

    For all the Triad parks we visited in 2020 (earning the Yelpie for Explorer of the Year,) this one…read moreis our favorite yet by far! It took a bit of travel for us, slightly over an hour each way, but it was worth it! The grounds here, the trail, the surrounding river, and the playground all make for the perfect day for kids and their parents, too! The nature trail is packed well and overall very stroller-friendly, with shortcuts in case you need to cut your walk short. There are also lots of great vantage points to sit for a moment and take in the scenery, if your kids will afford you that luxury. As for the playground, this is one to remember. It is so unique, constructed out of wood and fitting right in with the natural vibe of the surrounding woods. And the added bonus is listening to the flowing current nearby while your young ones enjoy going down the fish slide, swinging, and building a fort with bamboo. Also a lot of good spots for bird watching here! Be sure not to miss the part of the trail by the gravel parking lot. That takes you to the waterfall area, and there's a spot with 4 hammocks rigged up for kicking back and enjoying! Make a plan to come visit this place on a warm, sunny day. If you like nature, you and your family will love this! And if you are a history buff, interested in environmental conservatism, or a homeschool parent, this area is a good experience and opportunity to learn about the Saxapahaw/Sissipahaw natives' life on the Haw River and the development of the hydro mill as a source of energy. This area checks boxes for spiritual wellness, educational opportunity, and physical exercise as well. Aside of that, just fun and enjoyable!

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    Burlington City Park

    Burlington City Park

    4.8
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    11.4 mi

    I took my two grandchildren, ages five and six to Burlington City Park. It was the perfect place…read morefor them. It was a great place to visit! So many fun things for them to do, and very reasonably priced. Tickets were $1 each. The train and carousel took 2 tickets each. All other rides only took one ticket.

    We came here with our two year old granddaughter on a Friday late afternoon. There were almost no…read morepeople here, which was great. This was our first time on any rides, and we went on the train first. The train made four laps around the track. For the first two lapse, our granddaughter was getting used to the train. By the third lap, she was OK and started pointing things out and enjoying it. By the fourth lap, it was all smiles and excitement. We also bought a ticket for the boats, and we're the only people there. But she was not ready to ride by herself, so that got nixed. We were going to get tickets for the carousel but the little one was getting tired so we left to head home. All of the people working there were super polite and friendly. The park was spotless and well maintained. The cost of the rides was only a dollar or a dollar fifty, which is a steal. They had snacks beside the ticket booth, but we didn't have any. All in all, this is a wonderful place for families or even couples to just enjoy the beauty. Five stars all day long!

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    Lake Michael - boating - Updated August 2026

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