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    E Carroll Joyner Park

    4.7 (39 reviews)

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    Rebecca M.

    Joyner Park is a nice park to spend time in to relax or just walk or run the trails. The open green space They recently had a fall foliage tour where we learned about the trees and the plants chosen for the park and the best trees for storm water runoff and shade. The parking lot is good sized and has plenty of parking. I would not leave valuables in the vehicle as there have been some break-ins. The trails are well marked so you know how far each option is. The trails are wide so it is easy to social distance. Exercise equipment was in various spots along the trails too. There are benches along the way too if you just want to sit and take in nature.

    Cameron C.

    One of the most beautiful parks I have been to. It's way bigger than I expected and the grounds are well kept. Plenty of site seeing and things to do.

    Community Center.
    Chris H.

    A nice gem of a park in Wake Forest that has a fairly nice and spacious community center on site. The park is idyllic in a sense and the pathways undulate nicely with the terrain. The hills can be challenging at times, especially in hot weather. There is plenty of parking and they left some of the old structures that were present when it was a farm years ago. However, they recently tore down the tobacco drying barn because it became structurally unsound over the years. Overall it's a nice space. Two loops on the outermost trails will be roughly four miles. You can walk or run other trails or do a combination for shorter distances.

    Heather B.

    Joyner Park is so lovely! We visited today, and with the gorgeous weather, the park was very busy. Parking was easy to get to and there were a decent amount of parking spots, but honestly, might not have been enough parking on a very crowded weekend. There is construction going on, an amphitheater is being built as well as a large community center. There was a decent amount of construction noise and a lot of construction workers, to be expected. We noticed many signs showing roosters, deer, horses, but we actually never saw any animals. Restrooms are very close to the parking and the building and ladies room were very clean. We'll definitely visit again. Hopefully to see the new facilities and see more nature. A few of the trees were blooming and once spring hits, the park will be gorgeous. We plan on walking more of the very large park in the future. This park is great for families - there are bench swings placed about, grills, and designated seating areas. Very dog and kid friendly.

    Lori W.

    My work had a photo shoot at Joyner park and I can see why the photographer chose this location. It is really very stunning. There aren't a lot of bells and whistles to this park, but the upkeep is exceptional. The park is nicely manicured and even the bathrooms are super clean and easy to access. I didn't get an opportunity to walk around much, but I will return and update my review with more details!

    Here on the track trail!
    Leslie H.

    So much to love about this park! It was my first time visiting this park in Wake Forest with my family and we all enjoyed it. There were great trails, it is family friendly and lots of beautiful scenary. A smooth pavement meant that kids were riding bikes, scooters and skateboards safely. There were runners, walkers and Moms pushing strollers and Dads walking dogs. Lots of grassy areas to toss a football or even enjoy a picnic. Plenty of photo ops for bird watchers, nature lovers and even historians who would enjoy seeing old chicken coops and tabacco houses. We enjoyed the swings and just being outdoors with each other and getting some exercise on this unusually warm New Year's Day. There is free parking and public restrooms, which were well kept and clean.

    Mark L.

    This park is killer awesome. I can't rave enough and tell all the locals that don't go there they need to. From Joggers to Kite Flyers; picnics to romantic walks; bird watching to hiking; this is the place to be For six Sunday's in the Spring, there is music in the park. This park is so green and vast. Each turn is like a choose your own adventure as many paths shoot off into multiple directions. Whether you want flat, hills or steps, the options are there The open fields and historic farm houses will leave you amazed. This park is spectacular and totally Free. No fee for admission or parking.

    Six Sunday music and picnics
    Katharine B.

    This is a beautiful park in Wake Forest with nice trails, open fields and swinging benches. We went on a Sunday evening and there was live music and many families came to sit in the grass with picnics to enjoy the weather and music. I read it was the Six Sundays in Spring event and looks like we made the last one on May 31st. There were also a few food trucks at this event and it was really a perfect evening outdoors. The trails were very nice and we did a nice walk as a family. We also saw a few people with bicycles so it is perfect for bikers and kids.

    Robbie C.

    Great park for walking, jogging or biking. Located just off capital in wake forest. 3 miles of trails, some parts shaded. They have an amphitheater for concerts in spring and a garden area as well as old buildings like a tobacco shed, old barn and mule shed. Free parking, a few grills and benches and a few covered areas to sit in. Dog and kid friendly and they have plans to add additional features like softball field and playground. They also have events throughout the year.

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    Spacious parking. Good signage. Plenty of well maintained, paved trails. Restrooms were clean.

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    4 years ago

    Love this park! Absolutely beautiful and great walking trails. They also have lots of trees to put a hammock up :))

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    I love going here to walk and connect with nature. it's always well taken care of and the scenery is beautiful

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    This park is relatively new. Great walkways and paths. Never seems to be crowded.

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    A park with a beautiful view wherever. Always love going here to walk or just to swing and relax. Beyond peaceful

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    Great park to walk the dog! Paved paths, restrooms, variety of scenery and activities.

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    We love this park for walking or riding our bikes. The kids love it for picnics too.

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    De Hart Botanical Gardens

    De Hart Botanical Gardens

    4.5(16 reviews)
    9.2 mi

    I've lived in Raleigh for over 20 years and only recently discovered these delightful gardens just…read morea short drive away. There were two separate areas, the Lake Trail and the Waterfall Trail. The Waterfall Trail was more of a true trail, winding through the woods. The Lake Trail primarily looped around the lake. It would have been nice to have distance markers on the sign. There is a port a potty at the trailhead.

    I brought my furry son here for his last hike. Unfortunately his cancer had started to wreak havoc…read moreon his body. Jax loves exploring in the woods, going on walks, and playing in water. This was the perfect spot. I'm sure we probably weren't supposed to let him in the pond but it was his last day with us so we let him splash around the edge. The trails were still viable even given all the leaves had fallen. It was a really peaceful walk and we made great memories. There weren't people there at the time we went which I was thankful given our circumstances. Unfortunately it hadn't rained enough lately to produce the waterfall in the waterfall trail but we did get to see a little one on a different trail. If you walk the waterfall trail and get to the top, there's an intersection where you'll see lots of people carved their names in a tree. Stop by and look up, if you see JAX, that's in honor of my boy. Enjoy your fur babies, your children, and your own life, stop and smell the flowers. Take a walk on a sunny day and feel the sunshine in your face. We're only here for a short while.

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    De Hart Botanical Gardens - Register at the gazebo when you arrive for a map and a brief history of the park

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    Register at the gazebo when you arrive for a map and a brief history of the park

    Taylor Street Park Sprayground

    Taylor Street Park Sprayground

    4.5(2 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    This is a nice splash pad that was clean, well maintained, and a fun place for kids to cool off…read more The water features were all working, and there was plenty of space for little ones to run around. There are also shaded turf areas with seating, which is a nice touch for parents who want to stay out of the sun while keeping an eye on the kids. A few things kept it from being a 5-star visit. The parking lot is very small, there is only one restroom for the splash pad area, and I wish there was a small gate or fence around it since it's so open. I also expected it to be a little larger than it is. Overall, it's a clean, enjoyable, and free place to cool off on a hot day. I'd definitely come back.

    Awesome spray ground in wake forest. It wasn't too busy when we went but perfect for smaller…read morechildren. There's buckets that dump water, and fountains, jets and more. My kids had a blast. I wore a bathing suit. Next time I think I may just wear shorts with my one piece. Not many parents in the water. My kids had an absolute blast though. They loved to play in the water. Great place to cool off during those summer months! There were a handful of older kids who weren't paying attention. One tumbled into my toddler on accident. They had a first aid station on site but the girl was young and didn't seem to have a clue. My toddler had a busted lip and the girl said "we can wrap it". SMH. I just took some gauze and comforted my kid.

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    Fantasy Lake Adventure Park - Inflatables

    Fantasy Lake Adventure Park

    4.0(25 reviews)
    7.8 mi

    I have been wanting to go to Fantasy Lake since last year and I finally got to go…read more We reserved a 2 hour slot and got there 25mins before our start time to get changed and settled. The obstacle course is really fun for both kids and adults. The slides were my favorite part. They also have scuba diving on the end side of the lake. The only negative I will call out is that they don't have a water fountain or a filling station. I get that they allow outside food and drinks but for an outdoor water park, having a water fountain/filling station is a bare minimum.

    A couple of staff members were unnecessarily rude to me, my girlfriend, and our child during our…read morevisit. At one point, a blonde female staff member approached my girlfriend in a very confrontational manner while we were simply saying goodbye to family members on the dock without wearing life jackets. We understood the life-jacket policy, but the way the situation was handled was disrespectful and could have been communicated much more professionally. Later, as we were leaving, we initially walked up one side of the ramp. We had already washed the sand off our feet and changed, so we did not want to walk back through the sand, get dirty again, and have to wait in line to rinse off a second time. We walked back down so we could leave through the other side. A young blonde male staff member stopped us simply to tell us that we could not be on the dock without life jackets, and his tone was extremely rude. I explained that we were aware of the rules and were only trying to leave through the other side because we had already cleaned the sand off and did not want to go back through the rinse line. Instead of simply acknowledging that and allowing us to leave, he continued to speak to me and my family in a disrespectful and unprofessional manner. What made the situation even more frustrating was that two older women were standing at the end of the same dock without life jackets, and neither staff member addressed them. That inconsistency made us feel singled out and raised concerns about whether the rules were being enforced equally for all guests. This business needs to take a serious look at its staffing and customer-service expectations. Some employees appeared to lack the communication skills necessary to interact appropriately with customers. We also encountered staff members who were not welcoming upon arrival, appeared disengaged in their responsibilities, and created the impression that certain guests or demographics were being treated differently than others. I am not normally someone who leaves negative reviews for businesses, but this was one of the most disappointing staff experiences I have encountered. Families should be able to visit, follow the rules, and still be treated with basic courtesy and respect. Based on our experience, I would not recommend bringing my family back.

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