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Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area

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About

State Park

Located in Durham and Wake counties 15 miles east of downtown Durham, Falls Lake State Recreation Area provides seven access areas to the reservoir. More than 300 campsites offer a variety of overnight experiences. Trails include a portion of the Mountains-to-Sea State Trail, as well as one of the premier mountain bike trail systems in the Triangle area, located at Beaverdam access. During the spring and fall, migrating monarch butterflies add to the picturesque beauty of the lake.

Not every access has all the listed facilities. Please check the General Information page to view a table of the facilities at each access: https://www.ncparks.gov/state-parks/falls-lake-state-recreation-area/plan-your-visit

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Location

Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area is located in North Carolina

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Coordinates

35.993353 N
78.653836 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area?

Camping at Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area can cost between $25.00 and $35.00 depending on the site.

Are fires allowed at Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Shinleaf — Falls Lake State Recreation Area?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is good, and T-Mobile is unknown.