This is a beautiful park in the City of Raleigh. Dog runs, a six-table picnic shelter, an indoor…read morebasketball court, two outdoor tennis courts, six lighted volleyball courts, two large lighted softball fields and a smaller "youth" lighted baseball field. There is also a sand-surfaced playground with a swing set. Loads of parking, good signage. I stayed here for a bit to watch the volleyball league. It looked like good fun! [Review 11606 overall, 1386 of 2019.]

I stopped by this park yesterday afternoon to wear out my kids on the playground. I was stunned…read morethat the playground was completely empty and all to us! The playground equipment was all brand new and the area was mostly enclosed with a fence. Within this space, the play equipment is appropriate for kids 5 to 12 years old. The floor of the play area is rubberized for safety. There's a super tall slide that you have to climb up via webbed ropes (so not very easy for smaller kids unless they are avid climbers). The slide is not for super tall people. It has sharp turns inside it that cause you to knock against the sides as you go down (I know from experience). It also caused my 4.5-year-old daughter to lose one of her shoes two times she slid down. There's a giant spider-web-like climbing area for kids to play on, as well. There are a couple of benches for parents to sit on as they watch their kids. There is a smaller area off to the side for kids 2 to 5 years old that has sand, multiple spring riders (an animal, an airplane, and a car), a small Yogi-Bear see-saw, and a small slide with steps (though the steps are a bit steep). It's disappointing that this area is not fenced in - especially since it's for younger kids who tend to wander. Luckily, there's a bathroom facility building across from the playground and next to the tennis courts. There are two stalls inside the ladys' room, one sink, and a heated blow dryer. Outside the bathroom, there's a handy water-bottle-filling station. There's also a dog run area (next to the parking area that you enter from on Wade Avenue) with benches, trash cans, and a dog waste station. If you want to host a party or picnic, there's a picnic shelter you can rent for $12 an hour (it has 6 tables and can host anywhere from 36 to 60 people). There are 2 tennis courts that have push-button lighting that works from dusk to 10 pm year-round. If you like Sand Volleyball, there are 6 lighted volleyball courts to choose from (they are first-come, first-served). On Tuesday and Thursday nights during league play, courts 1-4 are unavailable from 6 to 11 pm. There are 2 softball fields and a youth baseball field. I highly recommend this park if you have kids!

Rigatoni LOVES Pup Park Shuttle days. The bus picks her up, takes her on adventures at 3-4…read moredifferent parks with her friends and then drops her off. Baden has done an incredible job making his dream a reality. He keeps me updated throughout the day sending pictures & videos of my girl having a blast. It is clear he has a true love for these dogs and he might even be a dog whisperer! Rigatoni is always beyond excited when I tell her she is going on the bus & she comes home so happy and tired. We are thrilled to have pup park shuttle in our lives. Thank you Baden & Team!!

I can't say enough about Baden and the Park Pup Shuttle. My dog, Isla is OBSESSED with her days on…read morethe bus. I fully trust Baden with Isla. He is so calm, friendly, and welcoming. It brings Isla (and me) so much joy that she can socialize with friends and get all of her energy out (depending if it is just parks or parks and hikes in the day, she can get in 26k - 45k steps!) She comes home mentally and physically exhausted, and she is so happy. Baden sends pictures of her during the day, and Isla is always smiling. (I am leaving proof for you below. ) I can't say enough about Baden and the PPS! If you love your dog as much as I love my Isla, there is nothing better. Highest recommendation!

This is a smaller neighborhood park and features a small picnic shelter with a grill. They also…read morehave a concrete-surface basketball court and a small grass volleyball court. The highlight is obviously the two small woodchip-surface playgrounds. One for ages 2-5 and the other for ages 5-12. There is street parking but not everywhere so check the signs. [Review 11736 overall, 1518 of 2019.]

This is an intersting park nestled in the Five Points area of Raleigh. I say interesting because…read moreit's the only park I've come across that has all sorts of kid's toys! My guess is when a neighborhood kid outgrows a toy their parents donate it to the park pile. It's great because there are all sorts of options, but not so great that a lot of items are pretty run down. A few metal items were super rusted and sharp. Makes way more sense to just stick with plastic here. My husband who is obsessed with germs was having a hard time coping with the place. The small playground has two baby swings, two kid swings, a play structures, large sand pit, and a play car pen. They also have a basketball court and a decent sized grass/field area. The only parking is street parking, but since it's in the middle of a neighborhood I had no problem parking. Across the street is Anisette so it's a good spot to grab a coffee then play at the park.

An older park that was opened to the public in 1928, Chamberlain park has a basketball court and a…read moreplayground. The playground is designed for 5 to 12 year olds and has a sand surface. The playground area is not fenced in. There are some benches and picnic tables. There is some street parking available. [Review 12733 overall, 45 of 2020.]

This 3.5 acre park is named for Raleigh's mayor Isabella Cannon, who died at the age of 97 in 2002…read more The park has street parking (check the signs) and the first climbing boulder in the Raleigh Parks System. There is also a small shelter, a concrete basketball court and a wood chip surfaced playground. Lots of tall trees in and around the park provide for great shade while you're sitting on the benches as I did for a bit to plan dinner. [Review 11608 overall, 1388 of 2019.]

This small park does what it says. It has a woodchip surface and features a playground for kids age…read more2-12. Nothing too fancy but if you're just looking to tucker out your little ones, this is the spot to do it. There is street parking. And to the couple with their toddlers who immediately left when the creepy dude with no kids showed up and took pictures (not of you or your kids), here's why. I'm sorry! [Review 11611 overall, 1391 of 2019.]

Very nice and small park to have a festival. I really enjoyed the different tents with different…read morearts and crafts that local artist are able to sell.. I really loved one specific vendor who we left with tons of stuff as early Christmas presents.

I attended an event hosted here. It was very hot and not enjoyable to roast in the heat. I was…read moregrateful for the trees but was concerned about what could fall from them. Since that's a growing theme during these hot days. I would like to think that the city treats the trees properly. Overall, Fred Fletcher is a beautiful park. So many places to hide away in nature and be at one with nature. There is a convenient bathroom on the premises in the historic homes. Plenty of parking. There is a private lot and on-street parking. The parking here was effortless for me. Great park for a day date picnic, family time, or events that are being hosted at the park. I look forward to returning in late fall when the weather is tolerable temperature.

The square is just enough away from the center of the city that you could walk downtown and miss…read moreit. There's no real amenities or services, but on an aesthetic level, it offers some greenery and a striking memorial to firemen.

Nash Square is a park in Downtown Raleigh that has parking around the perimeter. Within the park…read moreare art sculptures and sidewalk art that may be getting removed at some point. In the center is the memorial to the Fallen Fighter Fighters and across the street is a memorial to the Fallen Police Officers. The park has walkways and benches to relax amongst the trees.

I really wanted to like this 4.5 acre park and especially so after reading the plaque near the…read moresmall footbridge, "Hymetttus Woods, given to the people of Raleigh in memory of William Hand Browne, Jr. and Linda Whitaker Browne. 1969. They loved these woods." It is a densely wooded spot with a short footpath and this small bridge. There is definitely no playground, no swingset and no disc golf course here. It is a short path and a pretty bridge. There aren't even benches to sit on. There is no decent parking either. I hope that Raleigh is able to add some improvements, even some parking and a bench, but until then my rating is "I've experienced better." [Review 11691 overall, 1473 of 2019.]

Not the biggest park or the one with the most features, but this Raleigh park has a nice large open…read morefield that could be soccer or football. There are also two woodchip-surface playgrounds, one for 2-5 and the other for 5-12. The park is more long than wide as it follows a small creek/brook in the middle of a residential neighborhood. It's a great spot for a walk whether just you or if you're bringing your dog. I did not spot a park bench as I circled the park but you might have better luck. It's well wooded and green, a good spot for a sit down. [Review 11856 overall, 1638 of 2019.]

Great neighborhood park. Currently under the Stay at Home order, this is a gathering space for our…read moretweens in our neighborhood riding bikes, dog walkers, joggers, and walkers. It's a beautiful space with a trail (now representing the solar system), Creek, and shady area. The playground is closed for Covid 19. But it's pretty awesome the rest of the time and includes an active sand pit with digging toys. There is an open field for pickup games of soccer or batting practice. We all miss our organized sports and this park offers ample opportunity to join neighbors in a fun pick up game. Trash cans and doggie pickup bags are available for your convenience. This park has such a great history--my husband remembers catching crawdads there as a kid growing up in the hood 30 years ago!