Parks near me in Raleigh, NC

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  1. Raleigh smallest park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    1
    5.0 (6 reviews)
    Open now

    Park

    415 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Siddharth Shah 7 months ago

    POV. When ur picnic mat is bigger than the park. P.S. it is so fun! Pun intended

    Jacob Cheek 2 years ago

    Beautiful mural and whimsical decorations!

  2. Laurel Hills Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    2
    4.8 (1632 reviews)

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Multi-use preserve including community center, playground, sports fields, pond & walking trails.

    3808 Edwards Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Romel a month ago

    Amazing park for specially for kids but does have playground for adults and youth .

    Marsha Carson a year ago

    We attended this park yesterday. It was close to Childrens Surgery Center my son to have surgery at one and I was trying to come from eating and drinking. This was the place to do…

  3. Pullen Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    3
    4.7 (9595 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    5th-oldest amusement park in the U.S., with a carousel, mini-train, paddle boats, playground & more.

    520 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Amit Khanna a month ago

    Had an amazing family day at Pullen Park! The kids absolutely loved the electric train ride — such a fun and memorable experience for little ones. The park is clean, beautiful, an…

    Crown Point Orthodontics a month ago

    Pullen Park is one of those places I ended up enjoying more than I expected. I went there on a casual afternoon, mostly just to walk around and get some fresh air, and it turned i…

  4. Lake Johnson Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    4
    4.7 (5010 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Recreation area with 5.4 miles of trails around a lake, plus boat rentals, picnic areas & fishing.

    4601 Avent Ferry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Nook H a month ago

    Lake Johnson Park is one of my favorite places to go kayaking in the Raleigh area. The lake is calm, peaceful, and perfect for beginners or anyone looking to relax on the water. T…

    Emily Richter a month ago

    Parking can be a challenge, and the bathrooms aren't fancy, but the lake and trails are beautiful. I ran around the lake and then kayaked it. There is not an easy way to get clo…

  5. Dix Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    5
    4.7 (2298 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Sizable city park & events site featuring an off-leash dog area & a seasonal sunflower field.

    1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Thursday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Friday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Saturday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Sunday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    Laci Steele a month ago

    I can’t begin to say enough good things about Dix Park. I’ve never been to a nicer park. Thomas Dambo is my favorite modern artist, and his trolls were the reason for our visit, b…

    69dconway 3 weeks ago

    The park is enormous! The Troll's were super cool and great for pictures. Definitely a good place for kids to play or even for picnics, field games, bike riding. Plan a full day t…

  6. Shelley Lake Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    6
    4.7 (1771 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    2 miles of wooded trails with work-out stations along a scenic lake, plus open fields & a playground

    1400 W Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Andrew McCrae a month ago

    Beautiful park with a 20-30 minute paved hiking loop, if you're walking. There's plenty of shade for most of the hike. The boardwalk on the lake is a fantastic spot to snap nature…

    HD 2 months ago

    Beautiful park with a serene lake and very flat, easy-to-walk paths. It’s a great place to see local wildlife—deers and squirrels are amazing. Parking is convenient and the whole…

  7. Durant Nature Preserve — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    7
    4.7 (1337 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    237-acre preserve with woodlands, lakes & wildlife, plus hiking & mountain biking trails & fishing.

    8305 Camp Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC 27614, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Stephanie Gardner 6 months ago

    Decent park in the middle of the city. Trails clearly marked, but some are a little messy. It is December, though. The buildings are either new or in need of extensive repair. The…

    Calergio 2 months ago

    Pretty and quiet. Exactly what you are looking for when trying to get away into nature. Bonus, your dog will love all the interesting new terrain. I was there on a Friday aroun…

  8. John Chavis Memorial Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    8
    4.7 (1307 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Featuring a 1937 carousel, this park also offers ball fields, playgrounds, a pool & splash grounds.

    505 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    • Sunday: 1:00 – 6:00 PM
    Danda Naveen 2 years ago

    Very nice park with pretty good playground area for kids. Splash pad is decent but not that great, there are others which are pretty good than this splash pad. They have gym cente…

    Monique Hinton 6 months ago

    What a great park! There’s tons to do. This is my 2nd time visiting with my little one. We got the opportunity to ride the merry go round for only $2! They had a market out there…

  9. Fred Fletcher Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    9
    4.7 (838 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Tranquil park offering sport fields & courts, a water garden, walking paths & a playground.

    820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC 27605, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Thursday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Friday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Saturday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    • Sunday: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM
    LeAnna Marie a month ago

    My favorite City of Raleigh park. I planted several trees in this park a few years and they are lovely to revisit. This park has delightful horticultural interest. Most of these p…

    Kay W a month ago

    Beautiful trails, quaint park with lots of character. I love the red bird artwork surrounded by bright red poppies!

  10. Neuse River Trail — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    10
    4.7 (605 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Popular with runners & cyclists, this 27.5-mile long riverside trail traverses woodlands & wetlands.

    Parking, lot 1721 Riverview Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    David Benson a month ago

    This is another awesome trail in the city. It's offers over 27 miles of paved, and mostly shaded paths. This easy trail connects other trails and parks along the way and has sev…

    D.H. 2 months ago

    This section of the Greenway is relatively easy walking for all ages. There's a couple of great spots to get up close to the river to enjoy it. Parking is limited, so thats a con…

  11. Sunflower Field Dorothea Dix Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    11
    4.7 (106 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Zoo

    1987 Umstead Dr., Raleigh, NC 27603, USA

    Hours
    • Monday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Thursday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Friday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Saturday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Sunday: 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    Monikalee.photography 11 months ago

    Absolutely the BEST SUNFLOWER Field EVER and every year we ALL look forward to this beautiful display. A huge huge field and lasts several weeks in full bloom every year. A haven…

    Kaylagh Slaven 7 months ago

    We went for the trolls and 100% recommend you to go see them. You do have some lines to wait in for pictures due to the amount of people and everyone just trying to be nice and ta…

  12. North Carolina Freedom Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    12
    4.7 (23 reviews)
    Open now

    Park

    218 N Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Lisa Ritchie 3 months ago

    Stumbled upon this park while walking to my hotel. The park, although small in physical size, is extremely moving, powerful, somber, inspiring, and beautiful. My pictures are terr…

    J Hardaway 2 years ago

    Stunning and meaningful park. Definitely a must see. Well thought out and well-maintained. Take some time and walk around. Was excited to see how many people in the area and beyon…

  13. Anderson Point Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    13
    4.6 (1067 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    This park has wildlife habitat, a historic homestead, a stone amphitheater & canoe areas.

    20 Anderson Point Dr, Raleigh, NC 27610, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Stephanie Watt a month ago

    Beautiful park for walking a nice loop trail through a varied landscape of trees and open meadow. Nice playground, picnic benches and a large shelter. Water fountain and restrooms…

    Junie B 4 months ago

    Simple but very well developed and designed for safety and enjoyment in the middle of single family home development. Nice open airy free of debris walking paths. Adequate parking…

  14. Midtown Park at North Hills — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    14
    4.6 (541 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    4011 Cardinal at North Hills Street, Park at N Hills St, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Claudette Harris a year ago

    A very unique area inside of Raleigh. The ambiance of Midtown Park is so welcoming. The store fronts and outside walkways were so clean and refreshing. A complete enjoyment.

    Ron Crawford 2 weeks ago

    I am Bassist with the Blackwater Band and performed there last night. Awesome time was had by all!

  15. Brookhaven Nature Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    15
    4.6 (184 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    26-acre preserve featuring a forest trail with a footbridge over a stream, plus picnic tables.

    5125 Berkeley St, Raleigh, NC 27612, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Ngọc Quế Triệu a month ago

    The variety of play equipment was impressive. There were swings, slides, climbing structures, seesaws, and open spaces for running and games. I especially appreciated how the play…

    Helen 10 months ago

    Nice place for a quiet walk in the shaded woods. Interesting selection of mushrooms growing on the forest floor. Wear bug spray. I didn't and got an itchy bite on the top of my…

  16. Roanoke Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    16
    4.6 (124 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Community park with a concrete basketball court, grass volleyball court & kids' playground.

    1508 Greenwood St, Raleigh, NC 27608, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Dan Thompson 4 years ago

    Quaint little small neighborhood playground in the midst of some nice homes but, awesome for little kids 5 & under. First time we’ve ever seen toys n stuff just out for all kids t…

    Alyssa Angel a year ago

    Very toddler friendly! My daughter is 14 months and isn't walking yet. The stairs to the playground are wide and easy to climb, the playground itself was fun for her with the walk…

  17. Nash Square — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    17
    4.5 (640 reviews)
    Open now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    Shaded, landscaped park with paved walkways & seating, plus a monument honoring firefighters.

    200 South McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Jminah B 2 months ago

    A Peaceful Slice of History! ​Nash Square is such a nice park if you’re looking for a spot to just walk, sit, and relax for a while. It has a great atmosphere that’s perfect for c…

    Felicia Martin a year ago

    Such a beautiful Park, It was nice and cool on that hot day, Clean and full of friendly squirrels, and a really tall sculpture of a of a squirrel holding an acorn you should reall…

  18. LeVelle Moton Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    18
    4.5 (31 reviews)
    Open now

    Park

    920 E Lane St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: Open 24 hours
    • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
    • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
    • Thursday: Open 24 hours
    • Friday: Open 24 hours
    • Saturday: Open 24 hours
    • Sunday: Open 24 hours
    Dan Thompson 4 years ago

    Cool little park and playground with a HUGE tree right smack in the middle, and a fenced in basketball court too! There is a baby playground, a large sandbox with two diggers, and…

    The Abercrombie Company a year ago

    Wow, what a sweet little neighborhood park. Sandbox, playground for little kiddos, and a separate one for bigger kiddos, basketball court, picnic tables, sun, and shade! 🌞 😎 This…

  19. Lassiter Mill Park — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    19
    4.4 (435 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    3362 Lassiter Falls Cir, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA

    Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Saturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    • Sunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
    Deric Privette 3 weeks ago

    Very nice park. Perfect for photos. Met a photographer there for family photos. The area is well maintained and it's a nice local hidden gem! Beautiful houses surround the park wh…

    Faith Martin 11 months ago

    There are a couple dirt paths down to the water. It is a beautiful quite spot. However its sad how people can ruin these parks. There was trash,clothes, fishing line,hooks and gla…

  20. Moore Square — places near me in Raleigh, NC
    20
    4.3 (1417 reviews)
    Closed now

    Park Tourist Attraction

    A public gathering space and one of Raleigh's two surviving original parks, with frequent events.

    201 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

    • Wheelchair accessible
    Hours
    • Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Gilmanur Rashid 11 months ago

    Nicely maintained park at the heart of downtown. Lately it has been taken over by homeless people hovering all over. It’s uncomfortable to spend time with family

    Cole Nisson 3 months ago

    Raleigh's oldest public park, recently renovated and looking better than ever. The splash pad is great for kids in summer. The shaded areas with mature oak trees are perfect for a…

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