This has become my go-to running spot while in NC for work…read more The entrance into the park is gated and is typically not open during the early hours that I arrive so I park in the lot just outside the gate, which has a quick easy access to the Neuse River Greenway Trail (left) and Crabtree Creek Greenway Trail (right). What I love is you get two very different running paths. The Neuse River Greenway is flat and pretty open. The Crabtree Creek Greenway has some minor elevation but some really cool bridges to go over (including a winding one). The park, itself, has its own running paths. There are bathrooms, water fountains, picnic areas and a big playground. Lots of covered space. From the outside parking lot, you'll hike over the bridge over the freeway into the park (about .20 miles). The bathrooms have a coded door lock that I haven't figured out yet. There is some type of house within the park as well, and I'm not sure what it's about. If you want to find the first really cool bridge, you'll go past the house and keep staying straight on the trail and not veering left or right. Also, the area between the house and the bathrooms yields some pretty cool breezes. I've noticed that temps get cooler from the adjacent field when running through there. There are mile markers on the Crabtree Creek Greenway Trail. You'll hit your first hill at about 1.15 miles from the parking lot outside the gate. Perfect place for long runs, interval workouts or bike rides. Very scenic!

Love this location! It has tons of parking and is a great path along the greenway. I run here with…read moremy running group as well as bike here with my partner. Definitely a great spot if you live close. You can literally run or bike for miles in either direction so it's perfect if you're training for a race.

Forest Ridge Park offers a little something for everyone. Nice sized playground area, picnic…read morepavilions, short hiking trails to Falls Lake, an intro mountain biking 3 mi loop, a welcome center, disc golf, fishing, kayak or paddle boarding if you bring your own. There is no swimming, wading, or beach area. Plenty of parking available.

This is a very nice park in North Raleigh which offers a playground and many walking, hiking and…read morebiking trails that loop around parts of Falls Lake. There is ample parking and there are bathroom facilities on site. You can see lots of birds and other wildlife on the trails. Just keep in mind that during hunting season, there will be hunters in the area and people who are hiking are advised to wear either abs orange vest or sweatshirt.

Great park with a Greenway and lots of walking trails around it. There are six patio tables by the…read moreplayground perfect for a picnic or snack time with family and friends. It's very clean too! Not a ton of shade at the playground but there's shaded patio tables nearby too if you're worried about too much sun.

A 5 star for paved paths but also mountain biking track. Lots of open field. Small playground. I…read morelike that it is not overly developed. Just nice open spaces.

Great center to play pickleball. Three courts for open play. Staff is very kind, restrooms and…read moreparking pleasant. I will definitely continue going to play there.

Millbrook Exchange Park Tennis is hands down one of the best places to play in Raleigh! I went the…read moreother night after 8pm and had the best time. They have plenty of courts, which makes it easy to find a spot to play without feeling crowded. The courts are always super clean and very well maintained. The lighting at night is excellent it feels bright and safe, which makes evening matches really enjoyable. Parking is convenient and stress-free, and I also appreciate that there's staff on-site until closing, which adds an extra sense of security. Whether you're playing casually with friends or getting in some serious practice, this park is such a gem. I'll definitely be backnight tennis here is unmatched!

The pickleball courts are very well maintained here, and there are 10 courts total. Five can be…read morereserved, and the other five are first come, first served. The courts are set up in two rows with a gate/divider between them, which helps keep balls from rolling onto the other side. The park also has fields and facilities for other sports, so check out their website for more information. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great place to play pickleball.

Lisa who runs this park is absolutely wonderful. This is a hidden Jim park. It's going to have 10…read morenew Pickleball courts located near downtown. I would highly recommend checking out this park!

We visited E. Carroll Joyner Park for Easter and brought Luna, along with my nephew for a little…read moreEaster egg hunt. The park is very pet-friendly, with plenty of open space and trails for dogs to enjoy. While there were a few other pups around, I have to say--Luna was definitely the cutest dog (and bunny!) at the park that day.

This park is large if you walk down each trail or you can do a quick loop. I walked here this…read moremorning and got in 4 miles and after lunch just 1 mile. The best part is all the green surrounding you. There was a nice breeze today and made it enjoyable even with the heat and humidity. The trails are good for dogs, stopping and sitting along the way and even picnics as well as photo opportunities. There are a few restrooms and even a place to buy water if you forgot yours. Additionally, parking is adequate, but Im sure at peak times then maybe not. So what are you waiting for, get your shoes on and head over to E Carroll Joyner Park to get some fresh air and maybe even some exercise. Don't forget, it is pet friendly as long as it's not an alligator.

Lake Lynn Community Center is a great place to play pickleball. They have six courts and many…read morehours of open play so you can play often with those of all abilities. Good bathrooms and good parking and pleasant helpful staff.

This beautiful park surrounds Lake Lynn with a 2.6 mile trail that loops around. The park is smooth…read moreand has a painted center line, which makes it great for walking, jogging or biking. I would hope folks that are biking or inline skating remember to look out for pedestrians! I did not see any wildlife but you can expect ducks and geese attracted to the water source. There are a few shaded picnic areas along the trail. The entrance to the park that I used did not have a handicapped entrance - there is a staircase from the parking area to the start of the trail. I think there's another entrance elsewhere. I understand that the park gets quite crowded during peak times so come first thing in the morning and you'll have the bonus of a smooth lake like a sheet of glass. [Review 2467 of 2024 - 3921 in North Carolina - 23479 overall]

Love this dog park in Cary! Really big space, with plenty of trees for shade! They have an…read moreautomated water bowl that self-fills, and plenty of space for the dogs to run around! Grounds seemed to be clean and well-kept. Need to live in Cary (or know someone that lives in Cary with a paid pass) to get a barcode pass to enter! Restrooms in the pavilion right before the dog park. Really liked this dog park and would return!

Went for the first time today and it was a large dog park with trees for shade and water…read more Dog poop clean up station Even a separate smaller area for small dogs Would definitely recommend Cost to enter for the day $5, but there is a membership