In my continuing summer quest to trek trails, I landed at Blue Jay County Park, another destination along the Falls Lake shoreline. What a find!
This well maintained and diverse natural habitat offers a number of activities and educational spaces. The visitor center has a number of hands on exhibits for young kids. Just outside there is an educational garden, including an herb section, butterfly garden, pond with turtles and fish and even a log garden that caters to insects and other critters. 
The park also has a playground, t-ball field, overnight lodge, picnic shelters, and trails that lead to the lake. One of the trails is part of the state’s Mountains-to-Sea Trail, an added bonus. The trails are short and easy to navigate, so not a challenge for die-hard hikers, but for a dose of nature it is a wonderful spot to visit for awhile.
Plus, if you’re looking for a traipse through the treetops, Go Ape zip-line adventure is located there as well. 
No swimming is allowed, but leashed dogs are welcome. 
And remember, please, leave no trace behind.
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