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Falls Lake
The US Army Corps of Engineers and the State of North Carolina would like to welcome you to Falls Lake. A man-made reservoir, Falls Lake is located in the upper portion of the Neuse River Basin, nestled very near North Carolina?s bustling ?Triangle Area.? The reservoir covers almost 12,500 acres with water, and is surrounded by 25,500 acres of public land. The dam is located just outside of Raleigh, and the lake stretches 22 miles upstream to the confluence of the Eno, Flat, and Little Rivers near Durham. Falls Lake offers many recreational opportunities to the public. Take some time to get to know Falls Lake and the opportunities it provides right here amid the rapidly growing triangle area!
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From Durham, 9 miles east on NC 98. From Raleigh, 12 miles north on NC 50 (Creedmoor Road).
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Permits info
Direction
Leave Hwy 395 in Bishop, and turn west on Line Street. Follow Hwy 168 in the direction of South Lake. The Tyee Lakes trail is located by Willow Campground, across the footbridge over Bishop Creek. Parking is a roadside dirt lot.
Important Information
DOWNLOAD AREA MAP FOR THIS TRAIL:Click Here.
Tyee Lakes Area:
- Special approval is required for commercial use. This trail is not recommended for stock.
- No campfires.
- Food and refuse must be stored so that animals cannot get into the food or trash.
- Check the area map for the correct trail name of other trails in the area. Trips starting at Sabrina Lake or George Lake are a different reservation.
- John Muir Wilderness Regulations Apply
USFS Webpage for: Tyee Lakes - Bishop Creek.
Long Description
Beginning near Willow Campground, the Tyee Trail crosses the bridge over Bishop Creek. This steep trail with many switch backs has great views of the Inconsolable Range and the peaks that surround South Lake. The Tyee Lakes are near the top of Table Mountain. A less distinct trail continues on to connect with the George Lake Trail over Table Mountain. Tyee Lakes Trail is not recommended for stock. Please refer to the area map for other trail names.
Facilities
Holly Point Facility
This recreation area is part of Falls Lake
Rollingview SRA Facility
This recreation area is part of Falls Lake
Shinleaf Facility
This recreation area is part of Falls Lake
