Thank you for printing this page from the City of Raleigh's Official Website (www.raleighnc.gov) https://raleighnc.gov/parks-and-recreation/places/forest-ridge-park 05/30/2024 9:08 am
Park Manager: Joel Bateman Assistant Park Manager: Matthew Scheffel Momentary Button Switch
Get Directions Know Before You Go
Accessibility Forest Ridge Park has an assortment of accessible amenities in the park. See our park map for general wayfinding and facility locations.
Parking Forest Ridge Park has 2 accessible parking spaces located in the parking lot in front of the welcome center and 4 accessible parking spaces at the playground and shelter area.
Access to the Welcome Center The accessible entrance to the Welcome Center is located at the front of the facility. There is push-button access to the front door of the welcome center for your convenience.
Restroom Facilities and Other Park Features Restrooms with accessible features are located at the Welcome Center and at the playground. There are handicapped-accessible tables and grills at both picnic shelters.
For more information about access at the park please call the 919-996-5800
The Welcome Center at Forest Ridge has a selection of loaner equipment available for use! All loaner equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A RecLink account is required to check out items. Learn how to create an account online.
Learn more about the explorer backpack program.
Fishing is allowed during park hours. Check out our loaner fishing equipment free of charge. A RecLink account is required to check out items. Learn how to create an account online.
Plan for your trip; bank fishing areas are subject to environmental conditions, infrastructure is minimal, and bait is not available at the park office.
Questions? Call the park office for up-to-date conditions at 919-996-5800.
Adjacent to the picnic shelters, our playgrounds feature adventure elements for ages 5–12. Multi-element design engages both younger and older children.
The garden is designed for pollinators, wildlife, and people to enjoy. It was installed in the winter of 2017 and has undergone numerous transformations to address stormwater issues, to be more accessible, and to provide more sustainable habitats and food for wildlife. There is an emphasis on establishing NC native plants, plants that can withstand deer browsing and maintenance that supports a variety of food sources and habitat year-round. Contact the Forest Ridge Park office to learn more about our maintenance strategies or how you can incorporate wildlife-positive landscapes in your own yard.
Learn more about the volunteer program.
Forest Ridge Park has trails for everyone. Both paved and unpaved trails are available.
Single-track trails may close because of adverse weather and environmental conditions, typically after rain events. Please view the trail status or contact the park office for trail conditions.
View other trail opportunities with the City of Raleigh
Our seasonal disc golf course is closed for the season.
Enjoy the seasonal 18-hole disc golf course when open from October 15 through March 15 during regular park hours. The first tee box is located just south of the main parking lot. Please follow all course guidelines to ensure the enjoyment and sustainability of the course. Loaner discs are available at the park office.
Why does the course close seasonally? Closing the course allows time for the trees and plants to repair and grow without sustaining impacts from discs and foot traffic. This practice helps maintain a healthy and sustainable course and ecosystem. Thank you for assisting us in keeping this course sustainable.
Request your rental online using RecLink.
Take note: Requests will be subject to staff approval. Upon approval, payment will be required to confirm the reservation. Your reservation is not finalized until you receive confirmation of your payment.
Open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis unless reserved in advance. Reservations can be made by contacting the park office at 919-996-5800.
Open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis unless reserved in advance. Reservations can be made by contacting the park office at 919-996-5800.
Park gates will close promptly at the closing time listed below. Please plan your visit accordingly.
This feedback widget is not intended for customer service issues.
Plastic Push Button This feedback is reviewed monthly to help us improve our site. For immediate customer service please refer to our staff directory.