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Jordan Lake Educational State Forest

  • Address: 2832 Big Woods Road Chapel Hill, NC 27517
  • Mailing Address: 2832 Big Woods Road Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Jordan Lake Educational State Forest, a unique outdoors experience--located between the Piedmont and Coastal Plain, this forest showcases a wide variety of pines and hardwoods found in a wetland ecosystem. Outdoor Education Workshops, Picnic Facilities, Ranger-Conducted Classes, and the "Talking Tree" Trail. Open mid-March to mid- November, Tuesday through Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday (11am - 8pm during daylight savings time and 11am - 5pm during eastern standard time). We do not charge any fees for use or programs.

Amenities

Admission Charge $
Admission Free
Driving Directions : From US64, turn onto Big Woods Rd. Travel approx. 3 miles and the forest entrance is on the right.
Free Parking
General contact: Ranger(s) - 919.542.1154
Group Tour Site
Handicap Parking
Hours of Operation: M - F, 9am - 5pm. Sat - Sun, 11am - 8pm (daylight savings), 11am - 5pm EST
Picnic Area
Season of Operation: Open year-round. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
Self – Guided Tour
Outdoor Recreation
Admission Free
Alcohol Prohibited
Children’s Activities
Driving Directions : approx. 3 miles and the forest entrance is on the right.
Picnic Area
Public Restroom
Reservations Required for Groups
Season of Operation: mid-March - mid-November