One of the biggest surprises for buyers relocating here is how much green space Wake County has. The greenway system alone runs well over a hundred miles.
Dorothea Dix Park — Raleigh
308 acres with the best skyline view in the city. The sunflower field in summer is genuinely worth planning around, and the park hosts festivals nearly every month.
Bass Lake Park — Holly Springs
A boardwalk loop around a quiet lake with kayak and paddleboat rentals. It's an easy walk with kids and one of the prettiest evening spots in the southern part of the county.
E. Carroll Joyner Park — Wake Forest
Pecan groves, restored farm buildings, and wide paved loops. Extremely stroller-friendly and a favorite for family photos.
Umstead State Park
Between Raleigh, Cary, and Morrisville sits 5,600 acres of forest with hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. It's the reason a lot of buyers pick this side of the county.
The Capital Area Greenway
More than 100 miles of connected paved trails. Many neighborhoods tie directly in, which is worth asking about when you're touring homes.
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