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Raleigh Parks and Recreation
For those who love the outdoor lifestyle, buying Raleigh real estate will be an excellent choice. Not only are Raleigh communities full of quaint residential areas, but the region also has over 150 public parks, golf courses and other outdoor recreational centers. Here are just a few of the many popular outdoor spots that service the communities in and around Raleigh:

Raleigh Parks:


Crowder District Park: This thirty-three acre park, located at 4709 Ten Ten Road in Raleigh, boasts a three-acre pond full of area wildlife, environmentally educational gardens, playgrounds and shelters (919- 662-2850). Crowder District Park is a great place to enjoy a picnic and a walk around the grounds.

Durant Nature Park: For those who like long runs or walks along beautifully manicured nature trails, Durant Nature Park (8105 Camp Durant Road in Raleigh) is the perfect place. With over five miles of trails winding throughout the park’s 241 acres, dotted with picnic location and rental facilities (919- 870-2871), this park allows people to feel close to the natural world while still being close to a large city.

Falls Lake State Recreation Area: One of North Carolina’s gems, Falls Lake State Recreation Area (13304 Creedmoor Road in Raleigh) is a 38,000-acre state park replete with a 14,000-acre lake perfect for boating, fishing and swimming, as well as 26,000 acres of woodlands waiting to be hiked or biked through. With its large lakeside community building (919-733-4181), Falls Lake is a great location for your next family gathering.

Juniper Level Botanic Garden: Packed with over 17,000 plants, Juniper Level (9241 Sauls Road in Raleigh, 919- 772-4794) is a unique experience for those who like more manicured gardens. Because it is also a research center for developing plants, the garden displays many rare or new plants—it is truly a delight for your eyes and nose!

Other Outdoor Recreation:


Capital City Bicycle Motocross Race Track: Fans of BMX racing will enjoy this professional outdoor arena (516 Dennis Avenue in Raleigh, 919- 831-6995), which holds races for a variety of levels and ages. Admission is free for all spectators.

Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center: Tennis Aficionados will love this sprawling tennis center (1905-B Spring Forest Road in Raleigh) with twenty-three lit, hard-surface courts. It’s a great place to play a quick set or to practice your serve, and the center also hosts a variety of tennis matches and championships throughout the year. For more information or to reserve a court, call 919- 872-4128.

Dead Broke Farm: For those who enjoy the exhilarating yet relaxing feeling of riding a horse, Dead Broke Farm (6921 Wildlife Trail  in Raleigh, 919- 596-8975) is one of many riding centers in the Raleigh communities area. The sixty-acre farm is full of trails and wildlife to explore on the back of a well-trained horse. Riders of all skill levels are welcome.

Raleigh Golf Courses:


With over fifteen golf courses dotting countryside in Raleigh and the surrounding communities of Durham, Chapel Hill and Cary, those looking to improve their swing might want to consider Raleigh real estate as an option for settling or retiring. Here are some of the best golf courses in the region.

River Ridge Golf Club
3224 Auburn-Knightdale Road
Raleigh, NC 27610
Phone: (919) 661-8374
http://www.golfriverridge.com/

Eagle Ridge Golf Club
565 Competition Road
Raleigh, NC 27603
Phone: (919) 661-6300
http://www.playateagleridge.com/

Wildwood Green Golf Club
3000 Bally Bunion Way
Raleigh, NC 27613
 
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