Falls Lake , built by the army corp of engineers, is around 10 miles from both Raleigh and Durham. The lake is big for boaters and offers many locations to launch from. Falls Lake also has ample coves for exploration. The lake also has five different designated swimming areas for those looking to enjoy a dip. The Falls Lake State Recreation Area includes seven different park locations offering activities for any family. You can visit Highway 50, B.W. Wells, Beaverdam, Sandling Beach, Rolling View, Shinleaf, or Holly Point. If you would like to learn something new, park rangers organize regular programs to give visitors a better view into the local world of nature.

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