F. McMillan

My daughter and I visited this place yesterday.
We wanted to do some kayaking.
The staff was friendly and helpful.
We rented two kayaks , the hourly price includes the kayaks ,paddles and life jackets.
The lifejackets are a nice touch, some places in other states will charge extra for lifejackets.
We self launched at noon, The park opens at 8 am.
There is enough shade from the surrounding trees to keep you out of the sun.
My daughter and I have done kayaking in the Florida mangroves in Miami.
Although this is a manmade lake , having access to shade was important for us.
The lake is easily navigable , we found an hour to be enough time on the water since it was midday. it is easy to make a day of it , pack a lunch some water and sunblock of course.
There were other people in kayaks and small motor boats which can also be rented.
If you have your own Kayak you can store it here for a small yearly fee.
You can fish from the kayaks or small boats and also from the pier.
The lake is surrounded by a 7 mile trail.
You can walk , jog or run. You
can also bring your dog , as long as it is leashed.
The trail also has enough shade and has benches throughout the trail.
Last weekend I was here with my wife walking the trail.
We will definitely be coming back.
If the outdoors is your thing , then you cannot go wrong with Salem Lake