Recreation in Raleigh, North Carolina
State Parks
William B. Umstead State Park 919-571-4170
8801 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27617
Located 10 Miles Northwest of Raleigh off U.S. 70
Activities enjoyed at William B. Umstead State Park include hiking, trail running, mountain biking, horseback riding, fishing, boating, canoeing, and camping. more info map
Lakes & Marinas
Lake Johnson 919-233-2121
5600 Avent Ferry Road, Raleigh, NC 27611
This fishing and boating lake is known for its large mouth bass and crappie fishing plus includes a 301 acre park that includes paved greenway trails, picnic tables,... more info mapLake Wheeler 919-662-5704
6404 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
Constructed in 1956 by the Army Corps of Engineers as an auxiliary water supply for Raleigh, this 635 acre lake is contained within an 800 acre park that offers... more info mapShelley Lake 919-420-2331
1400 West Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27601
Surrounded by greenway trails, this 50 acre lake offers visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities such as fishing, canoeing, sailing, rowboating, pedal... more info map
Recreation Areas
Falls Lake State Recreation Area 919-676-1027
13304 Creedmore Road, Raleigh, NC 27587
Wake Forest
Featuring a 12,000 acre lake and 26,000 acres of forest, this park offers many activities on both land and water including fishing, boating, walking and hiking trails,... more info map
Sports Centers
Centennial Authority Entertainment & Sports Arena 919-861-2323
1400 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
This 770,000 square foot multipurpose entertainment and sports arena hosts Carolina Hurricanes games, North Carolina State basketball games, Cobras arena football games,... more info mapGrand Slam USA 919-233-7522
4500 Western Boulevard, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC 27606
"Raleigh's only public indoor sports center," this sports center offers basketball courts, batting cages, and many other fun activities. A fully stocked pro shop is on... more info mapWalnut Creek Softball Complex 919-250-2725
1201 Sunnybrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27601
There are nine state-of-the-art, lighted and irrigated fields in a "two wheel" configuration at this complex that also features a press box, a concession building, and a... more info mapWayne Gretzky's Roller Hockey Center 919-319-9910
3717 Davis Drive, Raleigh, NC 27601
This facility doubles as the Carolina SoccerPlex and switches between being a venue for roller hockey and soccer. more info
Equine
Dead Broke Farm 919-596-8975
6921 Wildlife Trail, Raleigh, NC 27613
Go horseback riding on the scenic trail rides at Dead Broke Farm in Raleigh, NC with these personable guides, or choose a full-day ride or overnight trip to over 30 ride... more info mapPainted Sunset Farm 919-266-1728
7900 Buffaloe Road, Raleigh, NC 27616
Family-oriented, owner operated equestrian facility offering western riding lessons to beginner and intermediate horse enthusiasts of all ages. Their primary focus is on... more info map
Golf
401 Par Golf 919-772-5261
5715 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
A scenic and lighted nine hole, par three golf course that includes a driving range and a fully stocked pro shop. more info mapBrevofield Golf Links 919-562-1900
13601 Camp Kanata Road, Raleigh, NC 27587
Wake Forest
An enjoyable, family fun 18 hole, par 72 golf course that features Bermuda grass fairways and large and challenging Crenshaw Bent grass greens. A putting green and... more info mapBrier Creek Golf Course 919-206-4600
9400 Club Hill Drive, Raleigh, NC 27617-7570
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Brier Creek Golf Course. more infoCarolina Golf Course 919-787-2134
2500 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27608-1096
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Carolina Golf Course. more infoCrooked Creek Golf Club 919-557-7529
4621 Shady Greens Drive, Raleigh, NC 27526
Fuquay Varina
Players of all skill levels will be challenged at this exciting and unique 18 hole, par 71 golf course that includes a driving range, putting green, snack bar, practice... more info mapDevils Ridge Golf Club 919-557-6100
5107 Linksland Drive, Raleigh, NC 27540
Holly Springs
One of the top private golf courses in Eastern North Carolina, this challenging 18 hole golf course features rolling fairways lined with towering hardwoods and includes... more info mapEagle Ridge Golf Club 991-661-6300
575 Competition Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
A driving range, putting green, snack bar, and fully stocked pro shop are included with this exclusive 18 hole, par 71 Tom Kite designed golf course. more info mapEagle Ridge Golf Club 919-661-6300
565 Competition Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
Eagle Ridge Golf Club features a golf course, restaurant, bar and patio. Enjoy nightly food and drink specials, weekly events, poker tournaments and more. more info mapEagle Ridge Golf Course 919-661-6300
565 Competition Road, Raleigh, NC 27603-1967
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Eagle Ridge Golf Course. more infoFrisbee Golf 919-870-2880
5600 Sweetbriar Street, Raleigh, NC 27604
Cedar Hills Park
This out-of-the-ordinary course offers 18 holes for Frisbee Golf enthusiasts with professional and amateur tournaments held monthly. more info mapGarner Golf Course 919-772-2587
7605 Old Stage Road, Raleigh, NC 27603
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Garner Golf Course. more infoHedingham Golf Club 919-250-3030
4801 Harbour Towne Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604
A great course for all levels of play, this 18 hole, par 72 golf course also includes a driving range, putting green, chipping green, a well stocked pro shop, and a... more info mapHedingham Golf Course 919-250-3030
4801 Harbour Towne Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604-5847
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Hedingham Golf Course. more infoHidden Valley Golf Course 919-639-4071
7900 Highway 55 South, Raleigh, NC 27592
Willow Springs
The best bentgrass greens in the area are available at this beautiful 18 hole, par 72 golf course that also features a driving range, putting green, full service... more info mapLakes Golf Course 919-847-0796
6612 Falls of the Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC 27615-6843
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Lakes Golf Course. more infoLockmere Golf Club 919-851-0611
2511 Kildaire Farm Road, Raleigh, NC 27511
Cary
The only public golf course in Cary, this championship 18 hole, par 71 golf course was designed by the legendary Gene Hamm and features 43 sand bunkers, as well as tree... more info mapLonnie Poole Golf Course 919-833-3338
1509 Main Campus Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Lonnie Poole Golf Course. more infoNorth Carolina State University Golf Course 919-828-0308
4200 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, NC 27606-1419
Have some fun playing a round of golf at North Carolina State University Golf Course more infoOaks Back Golf Course 919-847-0796
6612 Falls of the Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC 27615-6843
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Oaks Back Golf Course. more infoOaks Golf Course 919-847-0796
6612 Falls of the Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC 27615-6843
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Oaks Golf Course. more infoPaschal Golf Club 919-556-5861
555 Stadium Drive, Raleigh, NC 27587
Wake Forest
The original Wake Forest College course where Arnold Palmer played while at Wake Forest University, this nine hole, par 35 golf course includes a clubhouse, a driving... more info mapPine Hollow Golf Club 919-553-4554
3300 Garner Road, Raleigh, NC 27520
Clayton
One of the best semiprivate golf clubs in the Triangle area, this beautiful and exciting 18 hole golf course features Crenshaw bentgrass greens and Bermuda fairways and... more info mapRaleigh 1 Golf Course 919-772-9987
1527 Tryon Road, Raleigh, NC 27603-3130
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Raleigh 1 Golf Course. more infoRaleigh 2 Golf Course 919-772-9987
1527 Tryon Road, Raleigh, NC 27603-3130
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Raleigh 2 Golf Course. more infoRaleigh Golf Association 919-772-9987
1527 Tryon Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
The oldest public golf course in Raleigh, this 18 hole, par 72 golf course features bentgrass greens and includes a clubhouse, a driving range, a practice area, a... more info mapRaleigh Golf Course 919-231-6055
400 Donald Ross Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610-2814
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Raleigh Golf Course. more infoRegulation Practice Cse Golf Course 919-488-5200
2201 Wakefield Plantation Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614-8830
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Regulation Practice Cse Golf Course. more infoRiver Ridge Golf Club 919-661-8374
3224 Auburn Knightdale Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
A classic and traditional championship 18 hole, par 72 semiprivate golf course that includes a 10,000 square foot clubhouse, a practice bunker, a driving range, a... more info mapRiver Ridge Golf Course 919-661-8374
3224 Auburn Knightdale Road, Raleigh, NC 27610-8201
Have some fun playing a round of golf at River Ridge Golf Course. more infoWakefield Plantation Golf Course 919-488-5200
2201 Wakefield Plantation Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614-8830
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Wakefield Plantation Golf Course. more infoWil-Mar Golf Club 919-266-1800
2300 Old Milburnie Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
A challenging 18 hole, par 71 golf course that includes a driving range, a putting green, a snack bar, and a fully equipped pro shop. more info mapWil-Mar Golf Course 919-266-1800
2300 Old Milburnie Road, Raleigh, NC 27604-9778
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Wil-Mar Golf Course. more infoWildwood Green Golf Club 919-846-8376
3000 Ballybunion Way, Raleigh, NC 27613
Over five PGA professionals are on staff at this golf club that features a beautiful and challenging 18 hole golf course designed by John LaFoy and a driving range. more info mapWildwood Green Golf Course 919-846-8376
3000 Ballybunion Way, Raleigh, NC 27613-5431
Have some fun playing a round of golf at Wildwood Green Golf Course. more infoZebulon Country Club 919-269-8311
2424 Pearces Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
A fun course for all golfers, this lovely 18 hole, par 72 golf course features tree lined and open fairways with five water holes and an island green. A putting green,... more info
Rafting & Canoeing
Neuse River Canoe Launches 252-890-3285
Neuse River, Milburnie Road
Four canoe launches are available on the Neuse River with gravel driveways available that provide year round access to launches. more info
Skating
Capital Roller Skating Center 919-875-1994
2901 Trawick Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
Skating for the whole family is featured at this skating center that also offers lessons, group rates, and public skating sessions. more info mapIce House, The 919-460-2756
1410 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh, NC 27606
This skating arena is open for broomball, ice hockey, and figure skating plus includes concession stands, a retail store, and a meeting room. more info mapRaleigh IcePlex 919-878-9002
2601 Raleigh Boulevard, Raleigh, NC 27604
"Your place for year round skating," this skating facility offers ice skating, ice hockey, skating lessons, figure skating, off-ice dance lessons, and much more. more info mapRyan's World Skate Park 919-788-8536
8816-A Running Oak, Raleigh, NC 27601
In-rink skating for the whole family is featured at this indoor skating area that can accommodate roller skates, inline skates, and skate boards. more info mapSkate Ranch of Garner 919-772-4297
5300 Fayetteville Road, Raleigh, NC 27601
A great place to hold birthday parties, this skating facility offers in-rink skating that is fun for the whole family. more info map
Swimming
Lake Park Swim Club 919-848-8779
6333 Lakeland Drive, Raleigh, NC 27612
One of Raleigh's best swimming pools, Lake Park Swim Blub provides a great family swimming experience. Swim lessons, tennis courts and a very successful swim team are... more info mapPullen Aquatic Center 919-831-6197
410 Ash Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27606
This Olympic-sized swimming pool is housed in a two story complex that includes a classroom, dressing rooms, a vending area, and seating for 300 spectators during... more info map
Tennis
Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center 919-872-4128
1905 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
This public tennis center features 23 lighted, hard-surface courts, two tennis ball machines, a practice backboard, pro shop, conference room and locker rooms with... more info map
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