Crowder County Park, 4709 Ten Ten Road, Apex, is located on 33 acres of landscaped grounds and hardwood forests.
Amenities include three playgrounds, three picnic shelters, a sand volleyball court, playfield, walking trails, an outdoor amphitheater and a 3-acre pond with a boardwalk and observation deck.
Crowder County Park hosts many family events. Register for programs here. Space is limited for all programs, and might be filled up when you read this. In some cases, however, a waitlist might be available.You can see all of the upcoming events on Crowder County Park’s website.
Upcoming Events
Hike with a Naturalist
Friday, May 1, 2026
4 to 5:30 p.m.
Free (register at above link)
Ages 8+
Join one of the naturalist staff members on a guided hike around the park to discover the plants and animals that live here! Come prepared to hike at least a mile on natural surfaces by wearing closed-toe shoes and bringing a full water bottle. For ages 8 and up. Registration is required for all participants, and children must have adult accompaniment. Meet at the Heron Shelter, at the end of the lower parking lot.
Art in the Park: May Flowers
Sunday, May 10, 2026
2 to 3 p.m.
Free (register at above link)
All ages
It’s spring, which means the park is full of colorful flowers and excited animals! Join us to get creative and make art celebrating spring together. For all ages. Registration is required for everyone, and children must have adult accompaniment. Meet at the Heron Shelter, at the end of the lower parking lot.
Tiny Tots: Story time and craft
Monday, May 18, 2026
10:15 to 11 a.m.
Free (register at above link)
Best for ages 6 and under)
Fun story time with a craft activity after! Enjoy a reading of a storybook, then make a craft to take home! Registration required. Participants can meet at the Cardinal Shelter, the first shelter on the right after entering the park. Adult accompaniment is required.
Tiny Tots: Story time and craft (Spanish)
Monday, May 18, 2026
4 to 4:45 p.m.
Free (register at above link)
Best for ages 6 and under
Fun story time with a craft activity after! Enjoy a reading of a storybook, then make a craft to take home! Registration required. Participants can meet at the Cardinal Shelter, the first shelter on the right after entering the park. Adult accompaniment is required. Best for ages 6 and under. Please note: This story time will be in Spanish.
Songs of Spring
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Free (register at above link)
Best for ages 5-10
Discover the enchanting sounds of the forest, from the croaking toads to the melodic birds, and make some spring music of your own. Best for ages 5 to 10. Registration is required for all attendees (adults and children), and children must have an accompanying adult. Meet at the Heron Shelter, at the end of the lower parking lot.
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