3 Best Public Parks in Cary, NC

“Fred G. Bond Metro Park has over 310 acres of parkland and features picnic shelters, athletic fields, playgrounds, a 300-seat amphitheater, fitness and hiking trails, a community center, and the Cary Senior Center. The Boathouse is a central point for boat rentals, including pedal boats, kayaks, and sailboats. The park's design preserves the atmosphere and offers various recreational opportunities. Fred G. Bond Metro Park has many amenities, such as ball fields, playgrounds, and a lake where you can kayak, paddle boats, and fish. The park is a fun place to hang out with family and friends for evening recreation. Fred G. Bond Metro Park has many accessible facilities.”

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“Downtown Cary Park has a centerpiece night-lit fountain, landscaped gardens, and community games. Downtown Cary Park has space for musical performances, outdoor movies, recreation, games, public art, and simply enjoying the outdoors. The park features open space, a performance green and stage area, public art, movable tables and chairs, and a bocce ball court. The park has an open green space region for people's relaxation and separate kids' playing areas. Downtown Cary Park is family-friendly, with excellent restaurants and a public library. The park has a walking trail, sports fields, duck ponds, playgrounds, concerts, and more. The park offers free parking options.”

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“Marla Dorrel Park offers a variety of features for all ages and abilities. The park offers unique features, including a dragon climbing structure named Katal, landscaping, and progressive design elements. The park has public art, a misting garden, one multi-use slab, and one basketball slab. The park links to a pedestrian overpass connecting it to MacDonald Woods Park. Marla Dorrel Park features fully integrated fun in a multi-sensory atmosphere that challenges minds and muscles. Marla Dorrel Park has a lot of sports and cultural activities, and it's an excellent place for a picnic. In the park, people come for a breeze on a sunny afternoon. This is an excellent playground for all age groups. Marla Dorrel Park has multiple areas of play structures along with various swings.”

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