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Raleigh's premier university gym offers extensive equipment, basketball courts, and a vibrant campus vibe for fitness enthusiasts.

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Carmichael Recreation Center

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Explore NC State's Carmichael Recreation Center—modern gym, basketball courts, and more for students and fitness lovers in Raleigh.

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Located at North Carolina State University, Carmichael Recreation Center is a well-equipped fitness hub featuring vast gym spaces, basketball courts, and various indoor sports facilities. Guests appreciate the clean, spacious environment and modern amenities, although crowds during peak hours are common given its central campus location.

What To Expect:

    💪 Extensive gym equipment and workout areas
    🏀 Basketball courts and indoor sports facilities
    🌿 Spacious and recently renovated environment
    📱 User-friendly app to manage equipment usage

Important Information:

    – Operating Hours: Open daily with reduced hours on Fridays and weekends
    – Membership: Benefits for NCSU students and faculty
    – Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible entrances and parking
    – Peak times can see heavy use, plan accordingly
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📍 Local Insights

💪 Peak Hours: Evenings around 5–7 PM are busiest; mornings before 8 AM are quieter for workouts.

🏀 Basketball Courts: Popular for pickup games—arrive early to claim a spot.

📱 App Use Recommended: Use the center's app to reserve equipment times and avoid waiting.

🧹 Cleanliness Tips: Despite overall cleanliness, some users report musty areas; bring personal towels and sanitize stations as needed.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM

Tuesday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM

Wednesday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM

Thursday: 6:00 AM–11:00 PM

Friday: 6:00 AM–9:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM

Sunday: 9:00 AM–11:00 PM

👉 Best For

Students, fitness enthusiasts, indoor sports players

Carmichael Recreation Center

410 Morrill Dr
,
Raleigh
,
NC
27695

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Users consistently praise the large, well-maintained facility with diverse equipment and functional indoor courts. The spaciousness and renovations stand out, although it can get crowded, especially during peak student hours. A few note occasional musty odors and limited sports gear like rackets and bats.
Last updated on
December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Basketball Court; Gym Equipment; Indoor Sports; Spacious Facility; User App; Wheelchair Accessible Entrance; Wheelchair Accessible Parking

📆 Best Times to Visit

Best to visit early mornings before 8 AM or mid-afternoon on weekdays to avoid crowds; busiest 5–7 PM from Monday to Thursday.
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