Wake County Parks

@WakeGovParks

Wake County Parks, Recreation & Open Space manages eight parks, two nature preserves, and approx. 9,000 acres of open space in the Raleigh, NC area.

Raleigh, NC wake.gov/parks Joined March 2016

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It’s that time of year when our area's tree diversity is most on show!

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This lil guy was spotted enjoying last Friday's rain in the herb garden at #HistoricOakView County Park!

#RainyDay #TurtleWatch #FallVibes #WildlifePhotography

A turtle slowly walking on a brick path covered with dry autumn leaves in a backyard with trees and a white fence.

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From Nov. 7–29, explore "Possum's Harvest Moon," written and illustrated by Anne Hunter.

Possum wants to throw a last party before winter on the night of the harvest moon, but his forest friends are all too busy preparing for their winter sleep to come.

#StoryWalkatHarrisLake

Illustration of a mother and child walking on a path at Harris Lake for the StoryWalk event from Nov 7-29, 2026, featuring the book Possum's Harvest Moon.

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Today is the day for #BeechBluff's first ever Grateful Harvest Festival! From 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. today, celebrate gratitude, the community's rich agricultural history and a sustainable future through fun, family-friendly activities.

wake.gov/GratefulHarvest 🍂

Wooden sign reading 'Grateful Harvest festival' with pumpkins and a basket of corn, event on Nov 7, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Beech Bluff County Park.

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Check out #YatesMill's November newsletter to stay up to date with park news, upcoming programs, and more! ow.ly/3w995103JlB