Bunn Lake

Wake County, North Carolina

Bunn Lake is located in Wake County, North Carolina, close to downtown Raleigh.

Residents can shop at the Triangle East Center and enjoy the numerous local restaurants, including McLean’s Ole Time Cafe for their classic homestyle cooking and baked goods, as well as the family-run Boulevard Pizza.

Bunches of fun on the Water

This medium-sized 112-acre lake is perfect for family fun and is big enough for average-sized boats and jet skis.

There are lots of fish to catch, including largemouth bass, black bullhead, and bluegill. Besides fishing, you can take a boat out for water skiing or wakeboarding, relax on some inner tubes, or any other type of water sport.

What to do in Wake County

Wake County has plenty to offer in terms of off-the-water entertainment.

From around Thanksgiving to mid-January, you can attend the Chinese Lantern Festival, featuring colorful lantern displays, artist booths, and food options.

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, the Southeast's largest natural history museum, features dinosaurs, whale skeletons, live animals, and much more. It is the perfect place for families and everyone to broaden their knowledge of natural sciences.

North Carolina Museum of Art offers 400+ acres of fascinating outdoor trails with sculptures and art. It is a hidden gem and currently features the Torah Crown from the 18th century.

There is also Adventure Land, a waterpark that also has go-karts, mini-golf, and laser tag. You can also visit Downtown Raleigh for other activities! Residents can eat at one of their many restaurants, including Mulino Italian Kitchen + Bar and Crawford and Son.

After, grab a drink from some of their best underground bars, including Fox Liquor Bar and C. Grace, a styled Jazz Club.

You can also visit historical sites such as the Pope House Museum and the North Carolina State Capitol building.

Essentials

The Raleigh-Durham International Airport is under 45 miles away, and the WakeMed Hospital is around five miles away.

Wake-ing up on Bunn Lake

This location has it all — the tranquil lake setting, easy access to local entertainment and outdoor hiking spots, also quick access to Downtown Raleigh!