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Leesville Community Park

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A community park in Raleigh with playgrounds for older kids, wooded walking trails, and amenities near the local library.

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Leesville Community Park

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Explore Leesville Community Park with playgrounds for older kids, wooded trails, and library access in Raleigh. Ideal for families seeking outdoor fun.

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Leesville Community Park offers a welcoming space in Raleigh featuring well-separated playgrounds for toddlers and older children, along with scenic wooded walking trails. Visitors enjoy the close proximity to the branch library, shady benches, and clean restrooms making it a practical spot for family outings.

What to Expect:

    🌳 Wooded walking trails for all ages
    πŸ› Playgrounds divided for toddlers and older kids
    πŸ“š Attached branch library with a wide book selection
    🚻 Public restrooms available

Important Information:

    – Playground currently closed for renovations until end of 2025
    – Playground equipment better suited for children over 4
    – Some concerns about hardwood mulch safety around playground
    – Park temporarily closed as per latest update
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πŸ“ Local Insights

🌲 Explore the Trails: Many visitors love the serene wooded walking trails that provide a quiet retreat and easy exercise.

πŸ“š Library Combo: Plan a visit to the adjacent branch library, which offers a wide selection of books and a peaceful study environment.

πŸ› Age-Specific Play Areas: The playground is divided into toddler and older kid sections, but note that the playground is closed for renovations until the end of 2025.

⚠️ Mulch Safety: Some parents recommend caution with the hardwood mulch in the playground area, as it may pose hazards for barefoot children.

⏰ Hours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: Closed

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

πŸ‘‰ Best For

Families with older kids, walkers, library visitors

Leesville Community Park

5105 Country Trail
,
Raleigh
,
NC
27613

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Leesville Community Park is praised for its unique playgrounds tailored more for older children and enjoyable wooded trails. Families appreciate the library access and clean amenities. Some reviews caution about the playground closure and mulch safety concerns, but overall the park is favored as a nice family spot with a natural setting.
Last updated on
December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Public Restroom; Playground; Walking Trails; Library Adjacent; Shaded Seating Areas; Dog Friendly; Family Friendly

πŸ“† Best Times to Visit

Visit when the playground reopens after renovations; daytime visits to enjoy walking trails and library access; avoid times when the park is temporarily closed.
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