Piney Lake, a part of UNC Greensboro since 1956, encompasses 40+ acres of beautiful park-like property situated eight miles south of campus near the community of Pleasant Garden. Piney Lake is the perfect place to unplug, recharge, and get in touch with nature. Whether you are coming to sit on the lakeshore to read a good book or try out Stand Up Paddleboarding for the first time, Piney Lake has something for everyone!
Save the Date for the 2026 Spring Opening Celebration!

The 2026 Spring Opening Celebration and Color Run will be held on Saturday, March 21st, from 11:00AM-6:00PM!
Spartan Chariots will be available all day to bring students from campus to Piney Lake! Parking is limited and street parking is not permitted,use of Spartan Chariots is recommended for guaranteed entry to Piney Lake!
Registration for the FREE Color Run opens on Monday, February 9th! Register here!
piney lake events
| EVENT NAME | DATE | COST |
|---|---|---|
| Piney Lake Spring Opening & Color Run | March 21st, 11AM-6PM | FREE! |
| Climb and Zip | March 29th 12PM-5PM | REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 21 |
| Pet Day at Piney | April 11th, 12PM-5PM | FREE! |
| Climb and Zip | April 11th, 12PM-5PM | REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 29 |
| Climb and Zip | April 26th, 12PM-5PM | REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 11 |
Things to Do
piney lake policies
The following policies are to be adhered to by staff and visitors of Piney Lake. This list is not all inclusive and it is the discretion of the Piney Lake staff to determine the best course of action or decision for situations or items not listed below.
piney lake group reservation
The Hilltop Lodge, Lakeside Lodge, and waterfront are perfect gathering spaces for meetings, trainings, retreats, and much more! With views of the lake and the surrounding wooded areas, Piney Lake provides a nice escape for your group outings. PLEASE NOTE: Waterfront reservations are not available at this time.
