- Our list of the best things to do in Apex, North Carolina, features the top 179 nearby activities — including 89 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Apex, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Sports & Fitness, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 17 things to do within the city of Apex, NC , followed by 162 popular activities in nearby cities, including Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Wake Forest, Garner, Pittsboro, Fuquay-Varina, Sanford and Wilmington
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20.7 Miles
Paddle Creek is a rafting and kayaking outfitter that offers guided kayak and raft trips. The trips are suitable for kayakers and rafters of all skill and ability levels, and feature experienced and trained guides.
20.8 Miles
A working family farm and petting zoo, Winterpast Farm allows people to interact with animals such as sheep, goats, peacocks, chickens, donkeys and more. A hands-on and educational experience, Winterpast Farm welcomes schools and groups.
21.0 Miles
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5 votes
11405 Falls of Neuse Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Falls Lake Visitor Assistance Center is a great place to start a visit to Wake Forest. The center offers exhibits on the local wildlife and recreation and offers several hiking trails leading from the center into forest, lake shore and fields.
21.1 Miles
Following along the Neuse River for several miles, North Raleigh Trail is used for walking, running, and biking. The trail is also dog friendly and has a paved path with plenty of shade from trees.
21.2 Miles
92%
106 votes
13304 Creedmoor Rd., Wake Forest, NC 27587
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A 12,000-acre lake surrounded by 26,000 acres of woodlands offers a variety of outdoor activities at Falls Lake State Recreation Area. Camping, boating, hiking, fishing and swimming are just some of the activities available at this park, open year-round.
21.6 Miles
Important to the Civil War, Bennett Place Historic Site offers guided tours and educational programs for schools and youth groups. Along with the museum, there are walking trails, outdoor exhibits and a picnic area for visitors to enjoy.
21.9 Miles
Located in northeastern North Carolina, the Cape Fear River stretches 200+ miles to the Atlantic Ocean. The basin of the river is the largest in the state. A trail runs along the long stream and popular birding area.
22.8 Miles
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3 votes
12098 New Falls of Neuse Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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Spanning nearly 28 miles, Neuse River Greenway Trail extends from Falls Lake Dam to the Wake County Line. It can be used for walking, biking and wildlife viewing and features river crossings, trees, wetlands and bridges.
23.2 Miles
The 177-acre San-Lee Park offers a host of activities including hiking and biking trails, picnic facilities, playground, nature center and two stocked lakes for fishing. Campsite rentals for both RV and tent camping also are available.
23.2 Miles
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2 votes
572 Pumping Station Road, Sanford, NC 27330
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Measured at 160 acres in area, San-Lee Recreation & Educational Park offers a number of different amenities for its visitors to experience. These amenities include several walking/hiking trails as well as wildlife education programs.