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Shelley Lake Park offers 2 miles of scenic wooded trails with workout stations, picnic areas, a playground, and spacious green fields in Raleigh.

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Discover 2 miles of scenic trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas at Shelley Lake Park, Raleigh's nature escape for family and fitness enthusiasts.

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Shelley Lake Park features a peaceful 2-mile paved loop around a beautiful lake with shaded benches, picnic tables, and a kid-friendly playground. Visitors can enjoy basketball courts, cycling lanes, public restrooms, and an onsite art center. The serene setting is perfect for jogging, walking dogs, birdwatching, and family outings.

What to Expect:

    🌲 Wooded and open field trails with exercise stations
    πŸ€ Basketball court and cycling lanes
    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Playground suitable for children of various ages
    πŸ¦… Frequent sightings of wildlife including bald eagles and deer
    🎨 Art center and well-maintained restrooms
    πŸš— Free on-site parking

Important Information:

    – Opening Hours: 7 AM to 8 PM daily
    – Dogs allowed, leash recommended
    – Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking, and restrooms
    – No entry reservations required
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πŸ“ Local Insights

πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Perfect Jogging Loop: The 2-mile paved loop is wide and ideal for jogging without constant dodging of other visitors.

🐦 Birdwatcher's Delight: Regular sightings of bald eagles and other wildlife keep nature enthusiasts coming back.

🎨 Visit the Art Center: Explore unique local artwork onsite and pick up memorable souvenirs.

πŸ€ Multi-Activity Fun: Beyond walking, enjoy basketball, cycling lanes, and well-maintained picnic areas for a full day out.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 7 AM–8 PM

Tuesday: 7 AM–8 PM

Wednesday: 7 AM–8 PM

Thursday: 7 AM–8 PM

Friday: 7 AM–8 PM

Saturday: 7 AM–8 PM

Sunday: 7 AM–8 PM

πŸ‘‰ Best For

Families, walkers, joggers, nature lovers, dog walking

Shelley Lake Park

1400 W Millbrook Rd
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Raleigh
,
NC
27612

Review Sentiment

Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Shelley Lake Park is beloved for its beautiful, well-kept walking paths and peaceful lake views. Visitors praise the kid-friendly playground, ample parking, cleanliness, and frequent wildlife sightings. Many highlight the paved trails as perfect for jogging and dog walking. No major negatives noted.
Last updated on
December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Paved Trails; Workout Stations; Basketball Court; Cycling Lanes; Picnic Tables; Playground; Public Restrooms; Art Center; Free Parking; Wildlife Viewing; Wheelchair Accessible; Dog Friendly

πŸ“† Best Times to Visit

Visit early morning or late afternoon for quieter trails; weekends get busier midday; perfect for family outings and jogging.
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