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The 308-acre former hospital campus is Raleigh's central park — the big meadow rolls toward the downtown skyline (the photo every local feed has), the sunflower field blooms each July, and the park's trails and art installations keep expanding. Free, open dawn to dusk, and the de facto gathering spot for festivals.

1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603 Skyline meadow — the 308-acre park, sunflower field and downtown views.
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Plan your visit

Suggested time
1–1.5 hours
Best time
Golden hour; July for sunflowers
Official website
dorotheadixpark.org ↗

Must-see spots

Suggested itinerary · Golden hour picnic

  1. 1Big meadow view
  2. 2Sunflower field
  3. 3Trail loop

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Frequently asked questions

Free?

Yes — city park, dawn to dusk.

Bus access?

Coach drop at the main entrance off Lake Wheeler Rd.

Sunflowers when?

Mid-July bloom — the field's exact weeks vary year to year.

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