HISTORIC YATES MILL COUNTY PARK TRANQUILITY & HISTORY

If you love learning about local history, and walking nature trails that make you feel like you’re a million miles away, then put Yates Mill County Park on your list of things to do in Raleigh.

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Yep, it’s hard to believe that Yates Mill Park is just off I-40 along Lake Wheeler Road and only 4.8 miles from downtown Raleigh!

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THE HISTORIC MILL BUILDING

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HIKING TRAILS

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Creekside Trail

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High Ridge Trail

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FISHING RULES & REGULATIONS

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SWIPE UP TO READ MORE!

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