Neuseway Nature Park

0.1 mi

We were here at night, the week after Christmas. Impressive Christmas lights on display for a…read moresmall park. I found the park safe, even at night. Very well maintained. There is a playground area on the other side of the park. Apparently parents at the park don't want some rando guy with no kids playing on the playground equipment. At least that is what the police officer told me. I think the kids were just pissed because I was wining at "king of the mountain". Park is located in downtown and is next to the Neuse river. Parking is free in the area. It's a nice little park and I give it a solid 4 stars.

What an awesome green space and new playground on the Neuse River complete with many amenities,…read moresans a public restroom (although it kind of smells like one down by the lift station). What were they thinking? The rest is five stars--bandshell for outdoor concerts, picnic shelter, shade canopies, solar-powered lights, interactive multi-piece colorful interactive ACCESSIBLE playground, clean artifcial playground surfacing, paved walking trail (with a storybook theme), dedicated parking lot and meaningful memorials. Thanks to the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund, Kinston/Lenoir County Parks and Recreation Department and partners for making this park happen. If you haven't been to Kinston, NC, lately, check it out. This playground is part of a downtown revitalization going strong.

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Fairfield Park

4.5

1.0 mi

The main feature at this park is the Fairfield Recreation Center and with it, the sprayground and…read morewater park area (sponsored by Pepsi). The recreation center is ADA accessible and includes an aerobics/dance room, gymnasium and some multi-purpose rooms. Outside, there is a baseball diamond, basketball court, picnic shelters, playground and tennis court. There is street parking and in front of the recreation center is a Little Free Pantry and a bicycle repair stand. [Review 15479 overall, 983 of 2021, number 3022 in North Carolina.]

Fun place to play pickleball if you like to play indoors. There are 3 pickleball courts taped off…read moreon the basketball court which are available at designated times.

Fairfield Park, Kinston

Fairfield Park, Kinson

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Fairfield Park, Kinston

Harvey Gardens

0.8 mi

This passive park is located on the site of the former Lemual Harvey Elementary School that stood…read morehere from 1925 to 1974. I'm not sure what happened to the school but this is now an open space with a gazebo at the center. It's nice for a picnic and would probably be ideal for a festival or farmer's market sort of thing. There is a dedicated parking lot. Watch yourself on the steps as some of them are a little cracked. [Review 15471 overall, 975 of 2021, number 3015 in North Carolina.]

Harvey Gardens, Kinston

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Harvey Gardens, Kinston

Kinston Music Park

0.4 mi

This small park celebrates African-American music and has captions and signage to point out blues,…read moregospel, funk, gospel, church music and the musicians, where music has been a part of everyday life. The entrance caption reads, "Welcome to Kinston Music Park, gateway to the African American Music Trails of Eastern North Carolina. Experience the power and passion of the region's gospel, blues, R&B, jazz, funk, and hip hop that enrich North Carolina and help define American music for the world." This is a medium sized park and includes a raised stage area and a shaded area for spectators. It is not a large space. There is street parking. [Review 15467 overall, 971 of 2021, number 3011 in North Carolina.]

Kinston Music Park

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Kinston Music Park

Emma Webb Park

2.0

1.2 mi

This park has some real potential but right now it's just not there. The pool is chained and locked…read moreup looking like it needs some painting and TLC. There isn't much shade (I guess you wouldn't want leaves falling into the pool) but that will make it super hot on a summer day. There is a tennis court but it needs resurfacing and some equipment because right now it looks like a very strange parking lot. The only decent thing here is the picnic shelter which does have a grill nearby but there is only one table in the shelter and one of them dragged out of the shelter. What? [Review 15476 overall, 980 of 2021, number 3019 in North Carolina.]

Emma Webb Park, Kinston

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Emma Webb Park, Kinston

Rotary Dog Park

3.8

(8 reviews)

0.9 mi

Like the fact that it has 3 difference area for dogs to play by weight. Maybe bc is fall the pet…read morememorial monument wasn't clean up. Didn't walk all the park but it looks nice. Some place definitely to take your dogs.

Great dog park, absolutely worth a drive! Nice and clean, plus a super cool walk around the ponds…read moreout back behind the three fenced in areas. Lots of trash cans and plenty of doggie bags in the play areas. Not to mention the really cool agility course *the only thing.... there was a lot of glass on the path around the right side of pond trail

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KATA K9

55.8 mi

this guy is amazing! the training he has given our German shepherd is phenomenal. The improvement…read morethat our German shepherd has made over the last couple of months is amazing. We would definitely recommend this trainer to everyone. Sam is definitely knowledgeable in the training of dogs.

From the owner: We provide a highly effective, human-canine, Transformation Process, that properly and uniquely…read moreaddresses specific needs, desired behaviors, and overall Enrichment & Fulfillment, of the lifelong Joy that Dogs bring us. We do this very Transparently and Collaboratively - with the owners involvement. We use browser based portals for VIDEO reviews, edits, narratives and "HOMEWORK" assignments, that are accessible 24/7, and add a higher level of specific pet intimacy, precise development, progress and a visible Transformation.

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Salty Pirate Water Park

4.2

(36 reviews)

51.3 mi

Family fun amazing staff and always giving you the special attention. No doubt awesome places!read more

Their tube slides are extremely dangerous. My youngest hit his head multiple times on the yellow…read moreslide. The other slides are made from concrete and scraped my children's toes. There's little to no shade and seating for parents. The park is tiny and always packed with little kids so trust me if you're looking to relax look somewhere else. These slides are not safe and not well built to not bring your children to these death traps.

Concrete slides (times 3!)

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Fantasy Lake Adventure Park

4.1

(23 reviews)

65.2 mi

I was nervous at first by the price, but I quickly learned it is money well spent! This place is…read moreawesome if you want to reawaken your inner 12 year old. I could spend all day jumping from the highest points or going down the many slides!

I loved this! There's something for everything it's very family friendly too. If you're an adult…read morethis will take you back to your childhood. I can see how this is an all day affair. The life guards were very attentive. This is the perfect summer time activity or even date. We brought a cooler with sandwiches and Gatorade, you'll def want to utilize that perk of bringing your own cooler. I really like that you also can buy admission without waterpark access , different strokes for different folks! Everyone's covered and considered in their ticketing

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Buffaloe Road Aquatic Center

3.6

(23 reviews)

66.7 mi

I had an amazing time it was soooo fun I went with my friends and we had fun the slide is perfect…read morespeed and very fun to go on and the whirlpool is fun and we just had a great time I recommend going price is good too!

Love love love it here. I have attended a birthday party here with my child and for the past couple…read moreof months have had my child in the swim classes. I really like this facility and it's always clean. Staff is super friendly. Only thing i will say is it's kind of chilly in there and i wish the swim classes had even more offerings.

Off to the changing areas

Happy campers

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Captain Jack's Miniature Golf

4.1

(22 reviews)

27.5 mi

I'm door minigolf. Fun for kids in a hot or rainy day. Local feel with nice people. They can use…read moresome business so check them out!

Our son goes to ECU and we stopped here for a round of golf on one of our visit. Reasonably priced…read moreand some really fun and challenging holes. A great indoor course in a day when the weather was not favorable. Sat and enjoyed our free bag of post golf popcorn while we added up our score. All in all a good time to be had!

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