Jordan Lake State Recreation Area

Bald eagles are plentiful--catch a peek at the NC 751 bridge crossing Northeast Creek or the NC Wildlife Resources Commission's Wildlife Observation Deck.

The park is extremely strict about the no-alcohol rule.

In Short
Jordan has 12 recreation areas, all with boat ramps, and Crosswinds Marina, a boat-renting facility. Take a short hike to an observation platform in early morning or early...