Jaycee Park

Park Overview

Jaycee Park is a 14.9-acre public park located at 2405 Wade Avenue in Raleigh, North Carolina. Established in 1961, this park offers a wide range of recreational facilities and natural spaces for residents and visitors to enjoy.

Athletic Facilities

The park features several athletic fields, including three lit baseball fields, which are popular for local leagues and casual games. For those interested in other sports, the park provides six lit sand volleyball courts and two lit tennis courts, allowing for extended play into the evening hours.

Daylily Garden

One of the park's notable features is the Daylily Garden, maintained by the Raleigh Hemerocallis Club. This garden showcases numerous species of daylilies and other plantings, offering a colorful and serene space for visitors to explore and appreciate local flora.

Playground Area

Families with children can take advantage of the park's large sandy playground, which includes areas designed for different age groups: 2 to 5 years and 5 to 12 years. The playground is surrounded by shade trees and benches, providing comfortable spots for picnics and relaxation.

Dog Run

Dog owners will appreciate the dedicated dog run area, located just south of the parking area on Wade Avenue, close to the playground and tennis courts. This space allows pets to exercise and socialize off-leash in a controlled environment.

Community Center

The park also houses a community center with indoor facilities, including meeting rooms, a gym, and a weight room. This center serves as a hub for various community activities and programs throughout the year.

Picnic Facilities

For those seeking a quiet spot to relax or have a meal outdoors, Jaycee Park offers a pavilion equipped with a charcoal grill and restrooms. There is also at least one rentable picnic shelter that can accommodate up to 15 people, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Location and Renovations

Jaycee Park underwent renovations in the summer of 2012, ensuring that its facilities remain up-to-date and well-maintained for public use. The park's convenient location inside the Raleigh beltline, with entrances from both Wade Avenue and Chamberlain Street, makes it easily accessible to residents from various parts of the city.