Bruce K.
12/16/2024
After consuming two beers and needing a bit of a walk, I was here at the nature preserve for a bit. It's over 150 acres with a lake, trails and some fields. Once parked and starting down a...
Annie Louise Wilkerson, MD Nature Preserve Park
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5229 Awls Haven Dr
Raleigh, NC 27614
Annie Louise Wilkerson, MD Nature Preserve Park in Raleigh, NC, was established in 2006 as the city's first designated nature preserve. Spanning 157 acres along Falls Lake, the park was a generous gift with the stipulation of being a "nature preserve park" for nature and wildlife education.
Visitors to the park office can enjoy hands-on displays catering to children, free nature craft activities, and loaner equipment like Explorer backpacks and binoculars. The park offers various programs including bird watching, astronomy nights, nature play, and art classes to foster a deep connection with the natural world.
The park boasts amenities such as electric car charging stations, nature play areas, hiking trails, native plant gardens, and the Annie Louise Wilkerson Education Center. With three loop trails and educational opportunities, visitors can immerse themselves in the serene beauty of the preserve while honoring Dr. Wilkerson's legacy of nature study and wildlife education.
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5.09 reviews
TJ L.
4/24/2025
This nature preserve is located just off Falls of Neuse yet feels miles away from city noise and traffic. Kudos to the late Dr. Wilkerson for having the vision to preserve the natural habitat of...
Gary H.
11/30/2021
The first thing I want to say about this nature preserve is thank you to the late Dr. Wilkerson for leaving this property to the City of Raleigh for them to build this outstanding park. Located...
Holly K.
12/29/2020
Such a gem in North Raleigh! The nature preserve is huge, plenty of space for everyone. I never felt too close to anyone while on the trails. The main parking lot was full, but luckily there were...
Kelly C.
3/28/2021
I came out here this weekend with my friend Sarah for a solid 4 mile hike. Good times! We saw a lot of friendly people, and as you can see in the photos there was this really cute project that...
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