If you’ve ever wondered, what is Raleigh famous for, well, Raleigh is well known for being the “City of Oaks” for its sheer number of majestic oak trees which line the city streets, and one of the other things you will immediately notice when you visit Raleigh is how GREEN it is.
Besides the beautiful parks, we have wonderful wooded neighborhoods, pretty lakes, and a 100+ mile Capital Area Greenway System of trails, so Raleigh is a great place for those who like to be active and out in nature!
In the heart of the city, Moore Square is a four-acre urban green space, and since 1792, Moore has been a place of gathering, reflection, entertainment, and recreation for the citizens and was originally conceived as one of five public green spaces for the City of Raleigh.
The Lake Trail is a six-mile loop that meanders it’s way around the lake. Other activities include picnicking, playgrounds, catch-and-release fishing, and seasonal boating. And the pontoon area is a great spot to catch the sunset in Raleigh.
This 37 acre park was a vibrant place for Black Americans to come together and enjoy its facilities, including a swimming pool and famous 1923 carousel (which you can still ride today).
This 21-acre Raleigh park sits on the former home of the Methodist Home for Children and was purchased by the City in 1982.
A tranquil park offering a water garden, walking paths, a playground, sport fields and courts, and an amphitheater. It’s a lovely spot for a picnic.
Designed for hiking, walking, and jogging only, the unpaved natural trails allow visitors to deeply experience art and nature – cyclists and self-propelled wheeled vehicles may travel on the paved trails only.