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Tag Archives: walking
Parks in the Creative District: Trail Repair at Lake Johnson
If you’re heading out to Lake Johnson sometime soon, be aware that part of the paved east loop will be impassable for repairs. Just east of the main parking lot on Avent Ferry and adjacent to the waterfront center, the … Continue reading
Posted in Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Tagged fall colors, Lake Johnson, paved, Pedestrian bridge, photo ops, running, trail repair, walking
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Parks in the Creative District: Pullen Park Preview
Excitement was in the crisp Fall air during the Pullen Park preview event on Thursday afternoon and it’s not going to die down any time soon. Children played on swings, adults rode the newly renovated carousel, and the train sounded … Continue reading
Posted in Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Tagged amphitheater, benches, boat rides, bonds, bridge, carousel, climbing area, gazebo, Holiday Express, Lake Howell, pavilion, pedal boats, playground, Pullen Park, Pullen Place, sandbox, stroller friendly, swing set, tire swing, tot swings, train, walking
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Parks in the Creative District: Kaplan Drive Park
There is a small neighborhood park nestled between I-440, Kaplan Drive, and a residential area where parking is only available on the street. The tall trees try to muffle the noisy highway sounds, but after all, this is a city … Continue reading
Posted in Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Tagged benches, bridge, dogs, fitness stations, Kaplan Drive Park, open field, stream, stroller friendly, walking
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Parks in the Creative District: Lake Raleigh
The last time I was at Lake Raleigh (unknowingly) was during last year’s Polar Plunge 5k race with the Raleigh Jaycees. The race started near the lake, meandered through Centennial Campus, and then ended back at the lake where several … Continue reading
Posted in Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Tagged canoe, Centennial Campus, fishing, frisbee golf, greenways, kayak, Lake Raleigh, NC State, running, stroller friendly, walking
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Parks in the Creative District: NC Art Museum Park
The Museum Park is located on the grounds of the NC Museum of Art at 2110 Blue Ridge Rd just outside the beltline. Part of the trail through the park is shared with the Reedy Creek Trail greenway, which connects … Continue reading
Posted in Arts, Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Tagged art, benches, biking, greenway, museum, NC Art Museum, outdoor concerts, outdoor movies, photo ops, pond, Reedy Creek Trail, running, scenic, stroller friendly, walking
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Parks in the Creative District: Lake Johnson Park
Picturesque. Serene. Beloved. All words to describe my recent visits to Lake Johnson Park. Lake Johnson Park is located in the heart of southwest Raleigh at 4601 Avent Ferry Rd. Its popularity is evident with the many parking lots scattered … Continue reading
Posted in Parks & Rec, South West Raleigh
Tagged baby pool, benches, biking, boat rentals, dogs, facility rentals, fishing, inside the beltline, Lake Johnson, Lake Johnson Pool, park programs, pool, public restrooms, running, scenic, Stroller Strides, swings, walking, Walnut Creek Greenway
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