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The Indian Creek Greenway, developed in 2005, includes a 1.8-mile trail running through natural environments and alongside sidewalks. It offers playground equipment, restrooms, picnic shelters, and scenic walking paths.

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• 101 Town Hall Drive, Morrisville, NC, 27560

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This Raleigh park features a woodchip playground, the city’s first climbing boulder, a picnic shelter, and an outdoor basketball court, providing a great space for both active play and relaxation.

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• 2601 Kilgore Avenue, Raleigh, NC, 27607

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Located on a 50-acre tract near Penny Road, this park offers a sprayground, dog park, climbing boulder, and scenic walking trail. With plenty of space for outdoor fun, it’s an ideal spot for family gatherings and activities.

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• 9725 Penny Road, Cary, NC, 27606

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Renamed in honor of educator James A. Campbell, this park serves as a tribute to his dedication to teaching and coaching. It provides open spaces for community events and leisure activities, preserving the legacy of Mr. Campbell’s service.

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• 315 W Jones St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

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This 4-acre park, nestled in the Forest Hills neighborhood behind Vandora Springs Elementary School, offers a picnic shelter and play equipment, available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis.

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• 1321 Sycamore Dr, Garner, NC 27529

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Joslin Garden, a hidden gem in Raleigh, was designed by William and Mary Coker Joslin. Spanning over four acres, it features beautiful gardens, streams, walking trails, and a diverse collection of rare and native plants, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers.

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• 2431 W. Lake Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27609

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Junious N. Sorrell Park offers two playgrounds catering to different age groups: one for children aged 2-5 and another for ages 5-12. The play areas feature swings, slides, and a climbing structure, all with shaded zones and a safe, rubberized surface.

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• 416 E. Lee Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601

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Kelly Park spans 25 acres and provides a variety of outdoor amenities including a picnic shelter, grill, and playground areas for children aged 2-5 and 5-12. The park also boasts a baseball field, tennis courts, and access to the Beaver Creek Greenway Trailhead.

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• 1609 Kelly Road, Apex, NC, 27502

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This City of Raleigh park features a sand surface playground, a picnic shelter, an outdoor basketball court, and a horseshoe pit, offering a relaxed and fun atmosphere for families.

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• 2610 Evers Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610

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The Town of Wake Forest’s one-acre park, located next to the public library, offers a playground with special needs-friendly equipment, a picnic shelter, and a paved greenway trail, ensuring inclusive outdoor enjoyment for all visitors.

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• 400 E. Holding Ave., Wake Forest, NC, 27587

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Knightdale Community Park, adjacent to Knightdale High School, is open from dawn to dusk unless special events are scheduled. The park includes four lighted ball fields, a concession stand, and a children’s playground.

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• 101 Bryan Chalk Lane, Knightdale, NC, 27545

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This 71-acre site, once a farm and nursery, now serves as a park that celebrates the area's agricultural roots and railroad history. The park design pays homage to its past while offering a scenic and historical experience.

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• 810 North First Avenue, Knightdale, NC, 27545

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Tucked inside the beltline, Lassiter Mill Park is a peaceful escape. It features a beautiful dam where Crabtree Creek flows, remnants of an old mill, and a plaque detailing the mill's history. Visitors can enjoy picnic tables, fishing, and limited parking while exploring the nearby Crabtree Creek Trail.

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• 3362 Lassiter Falls Cir, Raleigh, NC 27609

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This City of Raleigh park offers two playgrounds with woodchip surfaces and a 10-foot wide, paved, multipurpose trail that spans 1400 feet. The trail provides easy access to the park, Country Trail, and the Leesville School Complex for pedestrians and cyclists from the surrounding neighborhoods.

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• 5105 Country Trail, Raleigh, NC, 27613

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Lenoir Street Park features swings and an outdoor basketball court, which is available on a first-come, first-served basis, offering an active space for the community to enjoy.

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• 624 W. Lenoir Street, Raleigh, NC, 27603

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LeVelle Moton Park, formerly Lane Street Park, honors Coach LeVelle Moton. A local legend and the head coach of North Carolina Central University, Moton frequented the park’s basketball courts during his youth. The park is also the site of the annual LeVelle Moton Back to School Community Day.

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• 920 E. Lane Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601

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Located near Downtown Cary, Lexie Lane Park offers a range of recreational activities for all ages, including ball fields, a basketball court, and a playground with mulch ground cover. It’s the perfect place for a picnic, a kickball game, or a fun time on the play structure.

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• 301 N. Dixon Avenue, Cary, NC, 27511

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Adjacent to the Fuquay-Varina History Museum Complex, this one-acre park invites visitors to explore local history, including a two-room schoolhouse and the Centennial Museum, before enjoying a relaxing picnic.

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• 116 Aiken St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526

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Lockward Park features a playground designed for children ages 5-12, with climbing equipment, swings, slides, and a bridge, making it a perfect spot for energetic kids to play.

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• 1200 Crabtree Boulevard, Raleigh, NC, 27610

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At Longstreet Park, kids can climb, crawl, and explore a variety of play equipment including slides, ladders, and tubes. The playground is ideal for children aged 2-12 to engage in active play.

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• 7334 Stuart Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27615

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MacDonald Woods Park offers a great space for basketball and outdoor play, with a shaded area perfect for relaxation. The Hinshaw Greenway runs through the park, leading to the pedestrian bridge that connects to Kids Together Playground at Marla Dorrel Park. The park is ideal for strolling, picnicking, or enjoying the playground.

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• 1601 Seabrook Avenue, Cary, NC, 27511

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Main Street Park, located in the center of Rolesville, offers a range of outdoor amenities including four rentable shelters, a charming gazebo, an open play field, two playgrounds, and over a mile of scenic greenway trails. Shelters are available on a first-come, first-served basis unless reserved in advance.

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• 200 South Main Street, Rolesville, NC, 27571

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Kids Together-Cary is dedicated to creating an inclusive play space at Marla Dorrel Park in Cary, North Carolina. This playground, designed for children of all abilities, fosters physical and cognitive challenges in a sensory-rich environment. The park also features an Enchanted Misting Garden, perfect for a refreshing escape. It includes a picnic shelter, open play areas, a basketball court, and is connected to nearby parks through a paved greenway trail.

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• 111 Thurston Drive, Cary, NC, 27518

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This community playground is equipped with basketball courts and offers a great spot for local families to play and enjoy outdoor activities.

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• 2640 Sierra Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603

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Explore Knightdale’s Mingo Creek Trail at this park, which features two half-court basketball goals. This 8.2-acre site offers 3.5 miles of trails through scenic wetlands and hardwood forests, including paved sections and a wooded boardwalk.

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• 100 Parkside Commons Drive, Knightdale, NC, 27545

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Moore Square, a historic public space in downtown Raleigh, has been a gathering spot since 1792. This four-acre green space includes an interactive water feature, a small playground, and serves as a place for entertainment and relaxation. The water feature is available daily from 10am to 8pm, weather permitting.

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• 201 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601

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A family-friendly park in Raleigh offering a sand-surface playground for children to enjoy.

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• 1122 N. Blount Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601

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Morrisville Community Park features a variety of amenities for both active and passive recreation. Visitors can enjoy rentable shelters, athletic fields, a playground, a gazebo, picnic areas, and the scenic Hatcher Creek Greenway, which offers a peaceful retreat in nature.

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• 1520 Morrisville Parkway, Morrisville, NC, 27560

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North Cary Park is a popular destination offering a wide range of activities. Challenge yourself on the climbing boulder, play volleyball or basketball, or simply enjoy a leisurely stroll along the trails. The park also features a playground and ample picnic areas.

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• 1100 Norwell Blvd, Cary, NC, 27511

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Enjoy a fun day at this Raleigh park with a woodchip-surfaced playground and tennis courts, perfect for a friendly match with family or friends.

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• 100 Chowan Circle, Raleigh, NC, 27609

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This park offers a well-rounded recreational experience with a playground featuring separate areas for toddlers and older children, a picnic shelter with restrooms and seating, a walking track around an open field, and plenty of benches for relaxation.

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• 998 Parkside Valley Drive, Morrisville, NC, 27560

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Oakwood Commons Park features an engaging playground with interactive panels, climbing structures, and a wood chip surface, designed to offer hands-on, tactile play experiences.

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• 535 N. East Street, Raleigh, NC, 27604

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This multi-use park spans 11 acres and offers a variety of amenities, including two pickleball courts, two tennis courts, playgrounds, soccer fields, walking tracks, picnic shelters, restrooms, and more.

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• 101 Fitness Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NC, 27526

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Park West Village features a fenced-in playground designed for children ages 2-8, offering a safe and fun environment for young children to play.

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• Village Market Place, Morrisville, NC 27560

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The Town of Holly Springs park is a vibrant space with baseball and softball fields, multi-purpose synthetic turf fields, tennis courts, picnic areas, a playground, an outdoor stage, walking trails, horseshoe pits, and a volleyball court.

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• 1201 Grigsby Avenue, Holly Springs, NC, 27540

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A playground with courts and fields located adjacent to Lynn Road Elementary, perfect for family outings and outdoor activities.

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• 1525 Lynn Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612

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