Historic Oak View County Park, 4028 Carya Drive, Raleigh, remains open and free to visit, although the historic buildings are closed. The park is a 19th-century historic farmstead, with a mission to interpret North Carolina's agricultural heritage and rural history via educational programs, special events and exhibits. Several goats live at Historic Oak View County Park, … [Read more...] about Go on a StoryWalk, and then visit goats, at Historic Oak View County Park
Outdoors
Free guided walking tours at West Point in the Eno
West Point on the Eno, at 5101 N. Roxboro Street, Durham, is a 404-acre natural and historic park located along a 2-mile stretch of the Eno River River, 6 miles north of downtown Durham. Scroll down for a list of upcoming events at West Point on the Eno. West Point on the Eno features: Boating Greenway/trail access Grill Picnic shelter Picnic table Recreation center … [Read more...] about Free guided walking tours at West Point in the Eno
Photo guide to 7 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls
North Carolina is a wonderland of waterfalls. This photo guide of seven North Carolina waterfalls, by Harrison Grothoff, will inspire you to go on a road trip to explore one or two of these natural beauties. Since most of these waterfalls are in Western North Carolina, they're a bit of a trek from the Triangle, but we think they're definitely worth it! We've included the … [Read more...] about Photo guide to 7 breathtaking North Carolina waterfalls
Photo guide to hiking 12 North Carolina State Parks (additional parks added)
If you're looking for ways to beat cabin fever, while keeping a healthy distance from crowds, North Carolina State Parks might be the answer. Please be mindful of the need to distance yourself from others. If you get to a park and it is too crowded to have 6 feet between yourself and others, then it's not safe to be at. To beat the crowds get there early! Consider if you can … [Read more...] about Photo guide to hiking 12 North Carolina State Parks (additional parks added)
Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
July 4th, 2020 is Free Fishing Day in North Carolina. Everyone in North Carolina, including visitors, can fish in any public body of water without the need for a license. Other regulations, such as size limitations and lure restrictions, still apply. Use this fishing map to find public fishing spots. There are many public fishing areas in the Triangle. Make sure to check the box to indicate … [Read more...] about Free fishing on July 4th in all public waters in North Carolina
8 fun things you can still do at Durham Parks & Recreation parks
Although events and activities with Durham Parks and Recreation have been canceled, and recreation center and pools have been closed, all the parks remain open. Only the City lakes, Little River and Lake Michie, are closed. Playgrounds and restrooms are now closed, but you can still take a brief "sunshine break." Make sure to give people that six-foot bubble of space. Group games like … [Read more...] about 8 fun things you can still do at Durham Parks & Recreation parks
15 best hikes in the Triangle
It's free, it's healthy, it's a natural antidepressant -- what's not to like about hiking? The Triangle area has networks of trails in easy reach, for all levels of ability. Several local trails are part of the larger Mountains-to-Sea network. Here are some favorites: Cary hikes Hemlock Bluffs Four trails, all around a mile long. Hemlock Bluffs houses a rare stand of Piedmont … [Read more...] about 15 best hikes in the Triangle
Carrboro Annual Kite Fly March 29
Carrboro Annual Kite Fly takes place Sunday, March 29th, 2020, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Hank Anderson Community Park, 302 NC Hwy 54 West, Carrboro. This is a free event for all ages. This welcome-to-spring event will provide plenty of fun. Bring a kite and help fill the sky with color. A few kites will be available for those without one. This event will be canceled if … [Read more...] about Carrboro Annual Kite Fly March 29
Pump Track with the Police in Carrboro
Check out the new pump track at Martin Luther King Park, 1120 Hillsborough Road, Carrboro. Join members of the Carrboro Police Department on Saturday, February 29th, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and ride the track with them. The officers will be promoting bicycle safety and riding the track with participants. This is a free event. The event will be rescheduled if the track is … [Read more...] about Pump Track with the Police in Carrboro
Annual Kite Festival in Cary
The Town of Cary's annual Kite Festival will take place Saturday, October 17th, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at WakeMed Soccer Park, 201 Soccer Park Road. You might also be interested in: Calendar of Triangle events Free things to do this week Subscribing to Triangle on the Cheap's emails Free and cheap events for kids It's free to attend the festival and free to enter … [Read more...] about Annual Kite Festival in Cary
