Lake Johnson Park

Category: Park in Raleigh, North Carolina

Address: 4601 Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA

Phone: +19199963141

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–8PM

Monday: 7AM–8PM

Tuesday: 7AM–8PM

Wednesday: 7AM–8PM

Thursday: 7AM–8PM

Friday: 7AM–8PM

Saturday: 7AM–8PM

Reviews

Nikisha Patel

Sep 27, 2022

A freak 3 mile hike with amazing views in nature. So far the best trail that I have ever done

Satyaki Banik

Sep 25, 2022

Beautiful lake, specially during the sunset. Can view splendid fall colors in October.

James Branch

Sep 24, 2022

Great place to go and walk and see nice scenery of nature

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Questions & Answers

Are there any picnic tables around the lake?

Jim Owens | Sep 28, 2018
susan freeman | Sep 28, 2018

Yes, there are several. There is also a barbecue grill

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Do you need a fishing license

donald proffer | Sep 28, 2018
Kofi ! | Sep 28, 2018

You need a fishing license if you are of age and there isn't a day fishing pass. You need a boating pass(for a self launch of a personal boat) or a rental for the boats at the lake. Fishing off of the bridge is free but bank fishing and fishing of off the dam is prohibited.

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What time does the Lake close( walking trail)

Jon Argo | Sep 28, 2017
Seth Storey | Sep 28, 2017

It closes at sundown

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How much are boat rentals

larry klutz | Sep 27, 2020
JM Sanderson | Sep 27, 2020

It varies. You'll need to call and ask.

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Can you swim here?

Chasity Locklear | Sep 28, 2019
Bethany | Sep 28, 2019

No but you can rent kayaks and paddleboats

Can I put my Fishing Kayak in the lake or do I have to rent a boat from the lake office ?

Allen Akins Sr | Sep 28, 2019
Katie Hill | Sep 28, 2019

No you can bring your own

Can you bring dogs on the kayak

The Wandering Drinker | Sep 28, 2019
Rayan Jaroush | Sep 28, 2019

Sure why not no rules against it

Where is the closest/best place to camp near here

Hunter Furr | Jun 29, 2022
Jason Hannigan | Jun 29, 2022

My apologies but I do not know of any camping areas, I'm sure there are some but it is For predominantly residential areas surrounding the lake.

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Are the restroom/bathhouse in camping area clean and well maintained?

Katy Wall | Sep 27, 2021
Pre55ureBu5t Pipe5 | Sep 27, 2021

Yes there is..And They Were Clean

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Any swimming allowed now?

The Renster from Outer Space | Sep 27, 2020
Bonitta J | Sep 27, 2020

No i don't think so

Is the park dog friendly?

Cesar Solares | Sep 27, 2020
Donna S | Sep 27, 2020

Yes. There are also tons of trash cans along the trail for waste.

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Will they rent sailboats to the community?

Gina Hayek | Sep 27, 2020
Shubham Balsaraf | Sep 27, 2020

No

Are the rentals open?

Mary Cornwall | Sep 27, 2020
Manraaj Singh | Sep 27, 2020

No closed I guess

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Are there boat ramps to launch bass boats

Lynkon Black | Sep 27, 2020
Sharvari Phadke | Sep 27, 2020

Yes there are...

Can you ride your bike?

Amanda Ann | Sep 27, 2020
Jonathan Gordon | Sep 27, 2020

Yes indeed

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If you lost a ring at lake Johnson I may have found it

kenneth hayes | Sep 27, 2020
Corinna Shuler | Sep 27, 2020

Please put it on FB. Word of mouth spreads quicker than wild fire

Is there a access for kayaks and are there bass in there.

James Britton | Sep 27, 2020
James Britton | Sep 27, 2020

How's the fishing?

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Do they have mountain bike trails off road or hiking

Robert Reaves | Sep 27, 2020
Belen Rodriguez | Sep 27, 2021

Not exactly but yes you can ride you bike there

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Are there any nearby campgrounds?

Jerry Oftring | Sep 28, 2019
Bob Smith | Sep 28, 2019

Close by? No

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What time does boat renting end?

Erica Kanu | Sep 28, 2019
Krupal Jadhav | Sep 28, 2019

No, it ends at 3 PM

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Is Athens drive high school still used as overflow parking? It used to be but now I saw some no trespassing signs.

Ahmed Samara | Sep 28, 2019
Trevor Johnson | Sep 28, 2019

Not sure, but the no trespassing might be linked to the school days. Since they have the community library in the school I would think that it would be fine outside of school hours. Might be best to ask someone working at the park near the dock.

What is the latest time you are allowed to fish from the bridge? If I go fishing late, does someone come and tell me to leave? Do they seal off the exits at a certain time?

Jarrod Bossie | Sep 28, 2019
Bob Smith | Sep 28, 2019

Park closes at dark..

what's the earliest time that I can put my Kayak in the lake for fishing . Was told by one Supervisor before 8. Another not until 8:00

Allen Akins Sr | Sep 28, 2019
pranav firake | Sep 28, 2019

https://www.raleighnc.gov/parks/content/ParksRec/Articles/Parks/LakeJohnson.html time is given in waterfront amenities- boat launches.. it is 8am

Do you need a fishing license

Theresa Robinson | Sep 28, 2019
Christopher Oliver | Sep 28, 2019

Nope

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Do they charge to fish there and do you need a license to fish..is there a place to buy bait there?

Angie Lucas | Sep 28, 2019
Alejo Castro | Sep 28, 2019

Excellent

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can you swim there...???

oscar hernandez | Sep 28, 2019
Lisa Hood | Sep 28, 2019

And fish!

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you can fish, And what kind of fish can be found? Are boats or kayaks rented? Thanks.

Moisés Porras | Sep 28, 2019
Drew2000 | Sep 28, 2019

Sorry for Mal Espanol ........ There are fish I do not know what classes You can rent your small boats from one person or bring your own boat.

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Can you sell things there?

Dominique Avendano | Sep 28, 2019
Marqui Fowler | Sep 28, 2019

No sir

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Do they have hiking and mountain bike trails

Robert Reaves | Sep 28, 2019
Nadeem Eshanzada | Sep 28, 2019

Unfortunately they don't have. But you can walk around better than bike trail

Do you have to pay to go inside

Robert Reaves | Sep 28, 2019
Benjamin Ledward | Sep 28, 2019

No

Can you have put in a gas boat

Donnie Winter | Sep 28, 2019
Veg Man | Sep 28, 2019

And the prices for rentals is very low.. they aren't too strict on times either..

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Can you bring our own kayak

Donnie Winter | Sep 28, 2019
Rayan Jaroush | Sep 28, 2019

Yes you may

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Is there a public bathroom?

Eric Carter | Sep 28, 2019
Shruty Reddy | Sep 28, 2019

Yes

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Can I bring my own grill ( 18”)? And set up a camping tent 🏕

Wood Colors | Sep 28, 2018
Barrett Corey | Sep 28, 2018

You can definitely bring a grill, as they have covered picnic tables. You cannot, however, bring a tent. The park closes at dusk.

Are dogs allowed?

Brad Roche | Sep 28, 2018
Andrew S | Sep 28, 2018

Yes, people walk their dogs here all the time! No dog park though, just the trails.

Does anything cost money

Jaida Brook | Sep 28, 2018
Kyle Johnston | Sep 28, 2018

There are vending machines for soda and snacks, although the boathouse has ice cream sandwiches and water. Boat rentals: Single/Double Kayak/Canoe - $5/HR Jon Boats - $4/hr or $20/day Pedal boats - $6/30 mins Stand-up paddle boards - $10/hr

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Is this a national park? Because it's illegal to fly a drone over a national park, so I am wondering if I can fly my drone here.

Josiah Reimers | Sep 28, 2018
Sriram Easwaran | Sep 28, 2018

Not a national park, but do not know if drones are allowed

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Is this a good fishing spot ?

Brandon Harris | Sep 28, 2018
Seth Grobman | Sep 28, 2018

I am almost certain there is no fishing there.

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Do you have to reserve a spot for the day you will be there,and what time do this park close

autumn Spikes | Sep 28, 2018
Mansoor | Sep 28, 2018

Shelter can reserve other wise first come first serve

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Can you swim in the lake

doniel Dodson | Sep 28, 2018
Sweet t | Sep 28, 2018

No

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Do they accept american express?

Jose Mejia | Sep 28, 2018
animal girl | Sep 28, 2018

Yes

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What is the age requirement for kayaking

Jonathan Cordero | Sep 28, 2018
Sweet t | Sep 28, 2018

You have to be accompanied by an adult...no age

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Are you able to swim there?

Caelums | Sep 28, 2018
Rich Garcia | Sep 28, 2018

no swimming at all

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Is there a fee to launch a personal kayak? Are paddle boards allowed?

Ryan Webb | Sep 28, 2018
Victor C Martin | Sep 28, 2018

No Dee for personal gear, paddle boards are allowed...

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Would I be able to go here to run and if so, is there an entry fee?

Jeanie Christian | Sep 28, 2018
Tina Zeisig | Sep 28, 2018

Yes you can run,no fee charged

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Can you bring a jet ski if you go slow and responsible.

Greyson Brown | Sep 28, 2018
Rhea Basu | Sep 28, 2018

No you can't.

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What’s the address used to Park in the main big parking lot- closest to the dock where the rentals are located ?

Erika G | Sep 28, 2018
Shruty Reddy | Sep 28, 2018

4601 Avent Ferry Rd,Raleigh, NC 27606, USA

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How long has this lake been here?

Yvonne Wilkerson | Sep 28, 2018
Avi C | Sep 28, 2018

Since 1952

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