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Parks Status Alerts
Parks Status Codes
- Code Red Indicates Closed
- Code Yellow Indicates status will be an on site decision or partial closure
- Code Green Indicates Open
Code Green
Field status is updated daily around 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and around 7 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Please check the weather line for status updates throughout the day: 919-996-6575.
Coaches and or team managers, any changes in field status beyond this point will be communicated to you through your league administrator.
January 7 is Code Green, which indicates all field activities will proceed as scheduled.
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Forest Ridge Park Mountain Bike Trail Update
Open
The Mountain Bike Trail at Forest Ridge Park is currently open. Please contact the park office for more information at 919-996-5800.
Mountain Bike Trail status is affected by weather and trail conditions. Please only ride dry trails and respect wildlife and other users.
For emergencies while on the trail, call 9-1-1.
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Moore Square
The dog park at Moore Square is temporarily closed as we prepare for exciting improvements.
The temporary pop-up dog park closed in August, and we anticipate our brand-new permanent dog park will open in its place in January 2026.
Learn more about this closure or visit one of our other Dog Parks.
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The train will be closed for maintenance starting Friday, Jan. 9. We hope to have it operating again on Saturday, Jan. 17.
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Construction at Durant Nature Preserve
We anticipate construction to begin in late June 2025 and take approximately 7 months to complete. During construction, a portion of the Border Trail at Durant Nature Preserve will be closed and there will be, at times, temporary single lane closures at the corner of Spottswood and Welborn Streets.
Learn more about the Durant Nature Preserve Stream & Stormwater Improvements Project.
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Aquatics Facilities Modified Hours and Capacity
Raleigh Parks aquatic facilities may have limited capacities, hours of operation, or reduced amenities available due to staffing.
Please view each facility's webpage or call the facility before visiting for the most up-to-date information.
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Due to construction, Caraleigh Park will be closed mid-July 2025 through Spring 2026. Learn more about the Caraleigh Park Improvements Project.
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Leesville Community Park and Strickland Road Park Closure
Due to construction, Strickland Road Neighborhood Park and Leesville Community Park are closed through Winter 2026. Learn more about the Leesville Community Park and Strickland Road Park Improvement Project.
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Winterizing Fountains in All Dog Parks
The City of Raleigh has winterized all outdoor water fountains at dog parks.
This process helps protect pipes and fixtures from freezing temperatures during the colder months. While fountains are turned off for the season, please remember to bring water for your pet when visiting the park.
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The Pope House is closed due to plumbing repairs and will remain closed through at least Thursday, January 8th.
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Greenway Alerts
As greenways trails and structures age, maintenance and repairs are necessary. Due to the nature of this work, the trails will occasionally need to be closed to complete this work in a safe and efficient manner.