RECREATION
State Parks
William B. Umstead State Park
8801 Glenwood Avenue • Raleigh, NC 27612
919-571-4170
This park offers hiking trails, horse and bike trails, and 28 campsites including group camping facilities. Canoe and rowboat rentals are available during the summer. more... map
Lakes & Marinas
Lake Johnson
5600 Avent Ferry Road • Raleigh, NC 27611
919-233-2121
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, grill areas, and boat rentals. mapLake Wheeler
6404 Lake Wheeler Road • Raleigh, NC 27603
919-662-5704
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 opportunities for boating, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. The Tar Heel Regatta is held here each spring and bass tournaments are held throughout the summer. more... mapShelley Lake
1400 West Millbrook Road • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-420-2331
Surrounded by greenway trails, this 50 acre lake offers visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities such as fishing, canoeing, sailing, rowboating, pedal boating, biking, hiking, and picnicking. map
Recreation Areas
Falls Lake State Recreation Area
13304 Creedmore Road • Raleigh, NC 27587
Wake Forest
919-676-1027
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, and camping. The park also offers recreation and environmental educational programs. more... mapJordan Lake Recreation Area
280 State Park Road • Raleigh, NC 27502
Apex
919-362-0586
There are nine individual recreation areas encompassed within the boundaries of this recreation area that offer boating, fishing, hiking, picnic areas, and camping, among other possible recreational activities. more...
Sports Centers
Centennial Authority Entertainment & Sports Arena
1400 Edwards Mill Road • Raleigh, NC 27607
919-861-2323
This 770,000 square foot multipurpose entertainment and sports arena hosts Carolina Hurricanes games, North Carolina State basketball games, Cobras arena football games, and other Raleigh and Triangle sporting events and entertainment. more... mapDream Sports Center
1016 Investment Boulevard • Raleigh, NC 27502
Apex
919-387-2955
This sports center offers classes, clinics, camps, and facilities for baseball, soccer, roller hockey, and lacrosse. more... mapGrand Slam USA
4500 Western Boulevard, Suite 100 • Raleigh, NC 27606
919-233-7522
"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 site. more... mapWalnut Creek Softball Complex
1201 Sunnybrook Road • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-250-2725
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 plaza area. more... mapWayne Gretzky's Roller Hockey Center
3717 Davis Drive • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-319-9910
This facility doubles as the Carolina SoccerPlex and switches between being a venue for roller hockey and soccer. more...
Equine
Dead Broke Farm
6921 Wildlife Trail • Raleigh, NC 27613
919-596-8975
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 locations. They have horses suitable for beginners and experienced riders. They provide riding lessons, birthday parties and summer camp. more... mapPainted Sunset Farm
7900 Buffaloe Road • Raleigh, NC 27616
919-266-1728
Family-oriented, owner operated equestrian facility offering western riding lessons to beginner and intermediate horse enthusiasts of all ages. Their primary focus is on safety and control while on and around horses. They also offer trail rides, full and pasture board, birthday parties, scout merit badge programs, corporate outings, training and breeding. more... map
Golf
401 Par Golf
5715 Fayetteville Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-772-5261
A scenic and lighted nine hole, par three golf course that includes a driving range and a fully stocked pro shop. more... mapBrevofield Golf Links
13601 Camp Kanata Road • Raleigh, NC 27587
Wake Forest
919-562-1900
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 snack bar are also on site. more... mapCheviot Hills Golf Course
7301 Capital Boulevard • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-876-9920
Reminiscent of the Cheviot Hills of Scotland, this scenic 18 hole, par 71 golf course is beautifully designed and includes a driving range, putting green, chipping green, pro shop, and a snack bar. more... mapCrooked Creek Golf Club
4621 Shady Greens Drive • Raleigh, NC 27526
Fuquay Varina
919-557-7529
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 sand trap, and fully stocked pro shop. more... mapDevils Ridge Golf Club
5107 Linksland Drive • Raleigh, NC 27540
Holly Springs
919-557-6100
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 a complete practice facility with a driving range, manicured practice green, and dedicated chipping area. Year round, private lessons from a PGA golf professional are available. more... mapEagle Crest Golf Course
4400 Auburn Church Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-772-6104
Situated on wooded, rolling hills, this 18 hole, par 71 golf course offers a challenge to the most advanced player, yet an enjoyable and fair game for the average golfer. A driving range, pro shop, and snack bar are also on site. mapEagle Ridge Golf Club
575 Competition Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
991-661-6300
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. mapEagle Ridge Golf Club
565 Competition Road • Raleigh, NC 27603
919-661-6300
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... mapFrisbee Golf
5600 Sweetbriar Street • Raleigh, NC 27604
Cedar Hills Park
919-870-2880
This out-of-the-ordinary course offers 18 holes for Frisbee Golf enthusiasts with professional and amateur tournaments held monthly. mapHedingham Golf Club
4801 Harbour Towne Drive • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-250-3030
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 grill. more... mapHidden Valley Golf Course
7900 Highway 55 South • Raleigh, NC 27592
Willow Springs
919-639-4071
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 restaurant, and well stocked pro shop on site. mapKnights Play Golf Center
2512 Ten Ten Road • Raleigh, NC 27502
Apex
919-303-GOLF
Designed by David Postlethwait, this unique, fully lighted 27 hole, par three golf course has holes ranging from under 100 yards to over 200 yards and includes a state-of-the-art lighted driving range, a putting and chipping green, and a practice bunker. more... mapLockmere Golf Club
2511 Kildaire Farm Road • Raleigh, NC 27511
Cary
919-851-0611
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 lined fairways, that provide a challenge to players of all skill levels. A driving range, putting green, chipping green, pro shop, and snack bar are on site, as well as a pavilion for special catered events. more... mapOak Ridge Golf Center
US 64 East at Neuse River
919-266-4243
The whole family will enjoy this golf center that features an 18 hole, modern miniature golf course, a lighted driving range, and a turf practice area. Private and group lessons are available.Paschal Golf Club
555 Stadium Drive • Raleigh, NC 27587
Wake Forest
919-556-5861
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 range, and a snack bar. Pull carts are available. mapPine Hollow Golf Club
3300 Garner Road • Raleigh, NC 27520
Clayton
919-553-4554
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 tees. A grill room with an expanded menu is also on site. more... mapRaleigh Golf Association
1527 Tryon Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-772-9987
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 putting green, a snack bar, and a well stocked pro shop. mapRiver Ridge Golf Club
3224 Auburn Knightdale Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-661-8374
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 putting green, a chipping green, and a grill. more... mapTee to Green Practice Range & Golf Shop
3501 US Highway 64 West • Apex, NC 27523
919-362-1233
A driving range and full service golf shop. Golf shop carries all major brands of equipment. All grass range is open year-round and is lit at night. more... mapWake Forest Golf Club
13239 Capital Boulevard • Raleigh, NC 27567
Wake Forest
919-556-3416
Beautiful and challenging 18 hole, par 72 golf course that includes a driving range, a putting green, a well stocked pro shop, and a snack bar.Wil-Mar Golf Club
2300 Old Milburnie Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-266-1800
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... mapWildwood Green Golf Club
3000 Ballybunion Way • Raleigh, NC 27613
919-846-8376
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... mapZebulon Country Club
2424 Pearces Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-269-8311
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, pro shop, and snack bar are also on site.
Rafting & Canoeing
Neuse River Canoe Launches
Neuse River, Milburnie Road
252-890-3285
Four canoe launches are available on the Neuse River with gravel driveways available that provide year round access to launches.
Skating
Capital Roller Skating Center
2901 Trawick Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-875-1994
Skating for the whole family is featured at this skating center that also offers lessons, group rates, and public skating sessions. mapIce House, The
1410 Buck Jones Road • Raleigh, NC 27606
919-460-2756
This skating arena is open for broomball, ice hockey, and figure skating plus includes concession stands, a retail store, and a meeting room. mapRaleigh IcePlex
2601 Raleigh Boulevard • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-878-9002
"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... mapRyan's World Skate Park
8816-A Running Oak • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-788-8536
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... mapSkate Ranch of Garner
5300 Fayetteville Road • Raleigh, NC 27601
919-772-4297
A great place to hold birthday parties, this skating facility offers in-rink skating that is fun for the whole family. map
Swimming
Pullen Aquatic Center
410 Ash Avenue • Raleigh, NC 27606
919-831-6197
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 competitions. map
Tennis
Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center
1905 Spring Forest Road • Raleigh, NC 27604
919-872-4128
This public tennis center features 23 lighted, hard surface courts, as well as a tennis ball machine, a practice backboard, a pro shop, a meeting room, and men's and women's shower facilities. map
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