umstead state park

I really enjoyed my day here -- and even came back again during my week in Raleigh. It's huge! I highly recommend the sycamore trail for both leisurely hiking or trail running. Enjoy!

It has easy accessible by entrances from either I-40 or Highway 70. Many wonderful trails for walking, hiking and running. Family and dog friendly. Nice picnic area for fun gathering. Ample parking area.

We spent the afternoon walking around Umstead Park, enjoying nature and the wildlife. Very serene and calming - a nice change from the hustle and bustle of the daily work life. Great for couples or families. Can't wait to return!

A great place to spend the Spring and very close to the city. I always go there to hang out people are very friendly

You can do everything from bike miles to hike miles or have a picnic here. I was really impressed that a park with this diversity exists right in the middle of Raleigh. Well worth a trip for your many outdoor interests. I believe there is fishing, hiking, horse trails, bike trails, roads, hiking, etc.

I can't believe how close this place is to the city. There's an entrance to the park on Glenwood, that's how close it is. We recently went here to take some pictures and hike. It was a lovely fall day and the water was beautiful. I definitely recommend to those who live in the city, but need the wilderness after work (especially in the summer when it's still daylight after 5). Bad day at work? Go work it out by trail running! This place is seriously an oasis. I'm so glad I found it.

We took a wrong turn and ended up at B. Umstead park. It was so pretty, that we decided to take a walk down one of trails. Very nice. I hope to come back when I have more time to explore.

This is a fantastic place to spend time with loved ones, go camping, take a hike, or ride horses. I made a great video, describing the area with branches that hung as I called it "swinging from a tree like Tarzan and Jane." There is a special peace as you drive, walk or travel through this wonderful park. it is a must see, and a hidden gem that could easily be passed as you drive down Glenwood Avenue. It is not far from Crabtree Mall and other great places to check out in north Raleigh. I love this place a must see! There is a small fee for camping and donations welcome as you pass through the visitor welcome center, however there is no fee to travel through.

Umstead has the best running trails in Raleigh! There's plenty of trails for long distance runners, and a few hills to have a good time on.

Umstead is a great escape in the center of the triangle. In the fall the leaf covered trails can be difficult for little ones to navigate, but otherwise I have walked and ran these trails for years now. Love having it so close.

I did a two mile hike here around the lake. Foliage was fantastic and it was extremely peaceful, broken only be the occasional airliner coming or going from RDU.

I come every year for the Umstead 100 mile run in April and I really love this park. Even after running 100 miles it is a special place. If you have a chance make this a destination for a little hike, bike, run or walk while in Raleigh. It is beautiful and safe.

Awesome bike trails you don't have to travel that far to use! And hardly any texting drivers trying to kill you on the roads.

Went with family to hike in the park during a brisk fall day. The park was busy with hikers, scouts, runners, kids and dogs. It is dog-friendly, but pets must be on a leash. There are several trails but watch where you are going. With the leaves mostly down, it was hard to see the pathway and the blue trail is not well marked. Some of it is rocky so good shoes/boots are recommended. There are slight hills but nothing too challenging. I warmed up enough during the hike they I no longer needed a coat! Parking is close to the trail head and is patrolled by Park Rangers. There is easy access off I40 and it is a great close place for a nice hike!

Raised nearby so been going here for years. Good walking trails and plentiful wildlife. Good relaxing place to visit.