Insider tip all 📍 Dorothea Dix Park
Look for the art installation trolls located around the park; they are great for walks.
“They might enjoy looking for the trolls, too.”
Overheard on r/raleigh · 4 upvotes
Dix Park
Expansive city park with open fields, walking paths, and seasonal sunflower fields.
4.7 (2399 Google reviews)FreeAges 1+Outdoor
- stroller ok
- picnic area
1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603, USA
What locals say
Insider tip 13-17 📍 Dorothea Dix Park
The playground features large swings that are suitable for older kids and teens.
“They have big swings so bigger kids can swing on them”
Overheard on r/raleigh · 1 upvotes
Insider tip 📍 Dorothea Dix Park
A safe, high-traffic area for walking or running, especially on weekends and after work hours.
“We’ve gone there on the weekends and sometimes after work to walk the dogs and there’s usually a pretty decent crowd there and we always felt safe.”
Overheard on r/raleigh · 1 upvotes
13-17 📍 Dorothea Dix Park
Teens are welcome at the playground; it is a chill environment for all ages. Visit during non-peak hours to avoid crowds.
“You'll be fine. People of all ages there.”
Overheard on r/raleigh · 10 upvotes
📍 Dix Park
Keep an eye on the opening of the new Gipson Play Plaza.
“Keep an eye out for the Gipson Play Plaza in Dix Park opening up.”
Overheard on r/raleigh · 4 upvotes
📍 Dorothea Dix Park
Known as 'water park'.
“water park for Dix park”
Overheard on r/raleigh · 3 upvotes
📍 Dorothea Dix Park
Features open park space with dedicated kids' sections and walking trails.
“Dorothea dix that has built a few kids sections + trails”
Overheard on r/raleigh · 1 upvotes