E. Carroll Joyner Park, Wake Forest

Having a park big enough to teach a kid to ride a bike, play on a playground, and run around/expend his energy exploring the farm buildings and pecan grove is a convenient thing for a parent to have ten minutes away from living near Flaherty. At least once a week when the weather is nice during the spring, summer, and fall, my wife and I take our son here! A great place to spend time in the outdoors.

Atypical playground for all ages (log pile!), (4) electric charging stations, nice, short trail and some old cabins for a small exposure to history. a little bit of everything. Masx required to enter the main building (eye roll), but separate restrooms (clean!) are available not far from the playground to avoid face diapers. Overall 9/10. Great place.