Programs offered at Harris Lake require preregistration at least two days prior
to program date.
To register, complete and sign the
registration form and return it with payment (made out to Wake County Parks) by mail or bring by the park office. Payment and registration form must be received to confirm your spot in a program. For more information and to check availability about the following programs, contact the park at 919-387-4342 or email
harris.lake@wakegov.com.
Nature Tots
(For children ages 1–3 w/adult)
Discover the natural world through stories, hands-on nature activities, games, crafts and more.
Ages 1–3 years with an adult; 10–11 a.m.
Fee: $4/child; Meet at the Cypress Shelter
We'll be back this summer with more Nature Tots. Check back soon!
Forest Friends
(For children ages 3–5 w/adult)
Get up close with nature! Discover amazing things in the park as we explore nature “hands on” through games, crafts, hikes and more.
Ages 3–5 years with an adult; 1–2 p.m.
Fee: $4/child; Meet at the Cypress Shelter
Look for our summer Forest Friends series to be posted soon!
Family Programs
Unless otherwise noted, these programs are open to all ages. A water bottle is suggested for all programs. Please register at least 2 days in advance!
Fee: $5/family or $3/individual
Wilderness Survival
Saturday, June 29, 1–2:30 p.m.; Meet at the Cypress Shelter
Would you know what to do if you were lost or stranded in the woods? Learn how to survive in the wild! We’ll practice making fire, building debris shelters and more. Bring a water bottle.
Programs for Kids Only
Check back soon for our upcoming summer programs for kids!
Adult Programs and Workshops
Check back here soon for more programs and workshops!
Try-It Discovery Program for Brownie Troops
Play animal BINGO, inspect earthworms, go leaf hunting and much more while you explore nature from different points of view.
In the course of about two hours, your troop will have the opportunity to earn the "Earth and Sky," try-it and parts of the following try-its: Animals, Watching Wildlife, Plants and Outdoor Adventure; 11 requirements in all.
This is a troop-led program in which all activities are independent of each other, giving your troop a choice in activities. Program kits are reserved and loaned out through the park office on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information please contact the office at 919-387-4342.