William B. Umstead State Park

Trails

Open

Note: There is no connection from South Turkey Creek Multiuse Trail to either North Turkey Creek MUT or Cedar Ridge MUT due to bridge removal and repair.

Campground

Closed for Renovation

About the Park

Map of North Carolina with a star indicating the location of William B. Umstead State Park

Located in Wake County 10 miles northwest of downtown Raleigh, William B. Umstead State Park is a cherished retreat from bustling urban life. The park features an extensive network of hiking and multiuse trails, as well as three manmade lakes and their tributaries that are perfect for fishing. Both park entrances offer picnic shelters, and Crabtree Creek offers camping areas. Group camps and the historic Maple Hill Lodge let visitors experience a rustic overnight experience without typical modern camping amenities. 

Camping

  • Tent sites
  • Maple Hill Lodge
  • Group tent sites
  • Group camps
  • Showers
  • Firewood

 

All camping facilities can be accessed via the Crabtree Creek entrance.

Activities

  • Hiking (34.5 miles)
  • Biking (13 miles)
  • Horseback riding (13 miles)
  • Paddling
  • Fishing
  • Picnicking

Amenities

  • Boat rentals (seasonal)
  • Picnic shelters
  • Visitor center and exhibits
  • Bathhouse
  • Horse trailer parking

Plan Your Visit

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Address

8801 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC 27617

GPS: 35.8905, -78.7502

Current Weather

27617 Raleigh, NC

Address

2100 N. Harrison Ave., Cary, NC 27513

GPS: 35.8334, -78.7603

Current Weather

27513 Cary, NC

Park Hours

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Month

Hours

January 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
February 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
March 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
April 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
May 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
June 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
July 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
August 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
September 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
October 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
November 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
December 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

 

Month

Hours

January 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
February 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
March 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
April 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
May 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
June 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
July 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
August 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
September 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
October 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
November 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
December 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The tent and trailer campground is open from April 1 through October 31. 

Month

Hours

January closed
February closed
March closed
April 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
May 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
June 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
July 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
August 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
September 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
October 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
November closed
December closed

Open daily, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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