Pleasant Park
Park Details
- Park Address: 3400 Pleasant Plains Road
- Phone: (919) 372-7503
- Hours of Operation: 5:30 am* - 10:00 pm (year round)
*fields/courts/restrooms open at 6:30 am- Office Hours: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Splashlantis Hours*: 10:00 am-6:00 pm (*when open, click here for current schedule)
- Basketball and Pickleball Court Hours: Sunrise to 30 minutes after Sunset
Take a look at the FAQ's below.
Park Features:
- 1.5 acre Enchanted Forest with 9 inclusive play villages for all ages and abilities
- 6 Multi-purpose fields (lighted, rentable)
- 6 Pickleball courts
- 4 Tennis courts
- 4 Basketball courts
- 2 Shelters (Forest Shelter nearest Playground & Fields Shelter nearest Fields)
- Field House Office and 2 rentable meeting rooms adjacent to Forest Shelter.
- Restroom facilities
- Splashlantis splash pad
- Future Baseball/Softball fields
- Future Cross Country course
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Apex Community Park Nature Trail Closure
A small section of the Nature Trail at Apex Community Park will be closed for repairs on 2/25. Read on... -
Beaver Creek Greenway Closure
A section of Beaver Creek Greenway between Kelly Road and Patterson Grove will be closed 2/26 - 2/27 for bridge repairs. Read on... -
Apex Nature Park Restrooms Closed
Due to water line issues, the Nature Park/Seymour Fields restrooms will be closed until repairs are made. Read on...
- What are the hours of operation?
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Pleasant Park main gates are open from 6:30 am to 10:00 pm, year round.
Hours of Operation for Basketball and Pickleball Courts
During the public engagement process and final approval of park design, it was determined that lighting for sports courts and facilities would not be placed in close proximity to existing residential use. The unlit basketball and pickleball courts open at sunrise, and close approximately 30 minutes after sunset.
- What amenities are offered at this park?
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- 6 multipurpose fields
- Fieldhouse with staff offices, meeting space, concession area, and restrooms
- 4 (lighted) tennis courts, 6 pickleball courts, and 2 basketball courts
- 1.5 acre Enchanted Forest with various inclusive play villages: Kingdom in the Clouds, Reverie, Gnome’s Hollow, Marvelous Melody, Discovery Dig, Sticks & Stones (nature play), Trollway Bridge, Reading Nook
- 2 shelters with restrooms
- Maintenance operations building with staff offices and equipment yard
- Team gathering areas for large events
- Cross country course (full 5K course anticipated to be complete in Spring 2024)
- Which park amenities are not yet constructed?
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A future phase of construction (timing to be determined) is planned to include:
- 4 baseball / softball fields
- Grand Lawn (open play area)
- Large shelter with restrooms
- Sand volleyball court
- Expanded cross country course (natural, unpaved) capable of hosting large races
- Additional fieldhouse with office, meeting room, concessions, and restrooms
- Batting cages and warm up areas
- Maintenance storage building
- Old US Highway 1 and Friendship Road Improvements
- Will my athletic league be able to practice and play here?
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Yes! The demand for athletic fields in the area is higher than ever. Beginning November 6th, Pleasant Park will be available to accommodate a variety of athletic events throughout the year. Town programs will take priority when it comes to field usage, and times will also be designated for open public play. Athletic organizations and other private groups will have the opportunity to rent field space for tournaments and league play, just as they do for fields in our other parks. Long term rental requests are submitted to the Town twice each year. For more information about field rentals, groups should contact Patrick Fitzsimons.
- When will the splashpad open?
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Splashlantis water play area officially opened in May 2024. Learn more about this amenity here!
- Can I reserve a pickleball or tennis court?
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Due to the popularity of these amenities, courts cannot be reserved by players or groups other than by Apex Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department for their sponsored programs.
To ensure that all who are interested have an opportunity to play, please observe the posted signage once you arrive at the courts.
- Can I park along Pleasant Plains Road?
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No, Pleasant Plains Road is not available to use as additional parking.