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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.
May 13 is Code Green, which indicates that all field games and activities are on as scheduled.
Services Affected
Sanderford Road Park Parking Lot and Courts
Due to striping, the parking lot and athletic courts at Sanderford Road Park will have limited access on Friday, May 29.
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Eastgate Park Parking Lot and Courts
Due to striping, the parking lot and athletic courts at Eastgate Park will have limited access on Wednesday, May 27.
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Green Road Park Parking Lot and Courts
Due to striping, the parking lot and athletic courts at Green Road Park will have limited access on Monday, May 18.
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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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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.
Places Affected
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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Greystone Recreation Center Closure
Wednesday, May 27 - Thursday, May 28
Due to repairs, the Greystone Recreation Center will be closed on Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28.
All programs, classes, and open play are canceled for these dates.
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2026 ACC Women’s Rowing Championships
Lake Wheeler Park will host the ACC Women’s Rowing Championship on May 15 and 16. This event is co-sponsored by UNC-Chapel Hill and Duke University, ACC, Greater Raleigh Sports Alliance, and the City of Raleigh. 9 ACC Collegiate teams are scheduled to compete.
Details
- All public water access will close from Wednesday, May 13, through Saturday, May 16.
- Lake Wheeler Park will close completely on Thursday, May 14.
- The event will be free to all spectators on Friday, May 15, and Sunday, May 16.
- Lake Access will resume for public use on Sunday, May 17.
Places Affected
Construction at Durant Nature Preserve
We began construction in June 2025 and plan for it to be completed in July 2026. 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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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 2025, and we anticipate our brand-new permanent dog park will open in its place in Summer 2026.
Learn more about this closure or visit one of our other Dog Parks.
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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.