William B. Umstead State Park, Raleigh
8801 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27617
5,579 acres · 22 miles of trails
Spanning 5,579 acres between Raleigh and Durham, William B. Umstead State Park's 22 miles of trails welcome leashed dogs under shaded canopies. Water access, parking, restrooms, and trash cans aid outings. Stick to leashed paths only.
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- Park
- William B. Umstead State Park, Raleigh
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Coordinates
- 35.8847, -78.7575
- Size
- 5,579 acres
- Trail miles
- 22
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (4,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.9 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 4,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 5,579 acres of room
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Dog policy
5,579-acre state park between Raleigh + Durham. Leashed dogs on 22 miles of trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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