Such a peaceful place. I love Umstead. My dogs love Umstead, too. We live about 40 minutes away... read more
We come here fairly regularly and often with visitors when we are looking for a place to spend an... read more
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Such a peaceful place. I love Umstead. My dogs love Umstead, too. We live about 40 minutes away, but come here often.
We come here fairly regularly and often with visitors when we are looking for a place to spend an hour or two or three walking and taking a picnic. Although the parking lots can be crowded on gorgeous days, the trails are fairly unhurried and...More
This is a very large park wedged near the airport and the highway, spitting distance from RTP and the various suburbs. The park can be accessed from two sides, and there are many hours of hiking trails. This is a great park for birding,
What a gem, and it is right there for the taking...so many trails that you can walk your dog/jog, run, ride your bike multiple days without seeing the same trail twice. Best of all it is practically in the heart of the city. Go!!
Sandwiched between two major highways northwest of Raleigh, William B. Umstead State Park exemplifies what the entire North Carolina state parks system is all about. Here, in one of the most highly urbanized areas of the state, nature is carefully preserved for the enjoyment of...More
It's fantastic that there are hiking opportunities 20 minutes away from downtown Raleigh. This loop hike is 2.7 miles, through thick forest. It's mostly flat with just enough up and down to make you feel like you got some exercise. There are lots of dog...More
Umstead State Park is one of the gems of this area for outdoor enthusiasts. Great hiking and mountain biking trails for all levels. Be sure to check out the chainsaw art tree on the Graylyn Trail.
They have all types of trails (groomed, or dirt paths). I can bike here from my house, and can ride as far as I can go. It's cool to see the mill stone on the "mill" path. There are lakes, and sometimes you'll see horses...More
Serves an invaluable purpose - urban park good for both walks and bike-rides. Not worth traveling a long distance to - it's not special - more functional.
Two entrances to this park; one from the north, from US 70 (Glenwood Ave.), one from the south, from Harrison Ave. in Cary. There are lots of interesting cabins in the park that were built during the Depression by the CCC. Great hiking and running...More
