Fred Fletcher Park

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Tranquil park with sport fields, courts, water garden, walking paths, and a playground for family-friendly fun.

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Fred Fletcher Park

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Discover Fred Fletcher Park in Raleigh with sports courts, water garden, playground, and picnic spots—ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Fred Fletcher Park offers a serene urban retreat with extensive sports facilities including baseball, basketball, and tennis courts, along with beautifully maintained walking paths and a water garden. Families and outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the playground, picnic areas with grills, and plenty of green space for events or casual gatherings.

What's Included:

    🏀 Basketball courts
    ⚾ Baseball field
    🎾 Tennis courts
    🌳 Walking trails and water garden
    🛝 Playground and picnic tables with barbecue grills
    🚻 Public restrooms and wheelchair accessible amenities

Important Information:

    – Open daily from 6 AM to 11 PM
    – Free on-site and street parking available
    – Pet-friendly with dog-friendly policies
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📍 Local Insights

🌿 Water Garden Highlights: Visitors love spending time near the tranquil water garden—perfect for photos and relaxation.

⚾ Sports Facilities: Baseball, basketball, and tennis courts are available but note tennis courts lack lights for evening play.

🛝 Playground Features: The playground is well-equipped with swings, jungle gym, and sand pit, great for kids' birthday celebrations.

🔥 Picnics & Grilling: Picnic tables and barbecue grills provide a fantastic spot for family cookouts and gatherings.

⏰ Hours

Monday: 6 AM to 11 PM

Tuesday: 6 AM to 11 PM

Wednesday: 6 AM to 11 PM

Thursday: 6 AM to 11 PM

Friday: 6 AM to 11 PM

Saturday: 6 AM to 11 PM

Sunday: 6 AM to 11 PM

👉 Best For

Families, outdoor activities, picnics, sports enthusiasts
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Fred Fletcher Park

820 Clay St
,
Raleigh
,
NC
27605

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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Fred Fletcher Park is highly praised for its beautiful landscaping, family-friendly amenities, and well-maintained sports facilities. Visitors especially enjoy the walking paths, water garden, and suitability for picnics, weddings, and community events. The peaceful atmosphere and dog-friendly environment are consistently highlighted. A few reviews mention the lack of restroom lighting and occasional need for grounds maintenance, but these do not detract from the overall positive experience.
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December 9th, 2025

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What You'll Find

Baseball Field; Basketball Court; Tennis Court; Playground; Walking Trails; Picnic Tables; Barbecue Grill; Public Restrooms; Wheelchair Accessible Entrance; Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot; Wheelchair Accessible Restroom; Free Parking Lot; Free Street Parking; Pet-Friendly

📆 Best Times to Visit

Visit weekdays early morning or late afternoon for fewer crowds; Saturdays late morning to afternoon are busiest; perfect for daytime picnics and sports.
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