Directions: From Raleigh: Take 440 to US 1 South. Take US 1 12 miles from
beltline to exit 89. Take a left and go about 2 miles to the park entrance. Go
to the back of the park and turn right into the parking area.
From Durham/Ch. Hill: Take 751 past New Hill and over US 1. After
crossing over US 1 go about 2 miles to the park entrance. Go to the back of the
park and turn right into the parking area.
Trail Information: There are 2 trails, one is a mountain bike trail and
the other is a Running/Hiking trail both are fun runs. The Running trail is 5
miles through the woods. It is well maintained and nice mix of hills and flats.
There are large angry bugs at the lake, bring bug spray in the summer.
The Bike trail (hogs run) is 7 miles and a fun run as well, but you have to
dodge the bikers. :)
Miscellaneous Information: Web site for the park itself:
http://www.wakegov.com/parks/harrislake/default.htm
Web site for the trails:
http://www.wakegov.com/parks/default.htm
Harris Lake County Park also has full amenities such as restrooms, picnic
shelters, play areas, Frisbee golf, fishing locations and canoe rentals.
Scott Simmons