Enjoy programming from Wake County park staff from home! Access educational videos, games and more — even when you can't visit the park.
Virtual Resources
Virtual Group Programs
Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space offers engaging virtual field trip programs for groups. Enjoy educational experiences on cultural and environmental topics from the safety and comfort of your own home. School classes, Scouts, clubs, homeschool groups, retirement communities and other organizations can sign up for a variety of programs. Check out what's available:
Blue Jay Point County Park Crowder County Park
Virtual Public Programs
In-person park programs are still on hold due to #COVID19.
We have virtual public programs for you to enjoy until we can get together again!
Check out live, interactive experiences and fun activities available at:
Custom Virtual Backgrounds
Bring the Outside Online!
Liven up your virtual meetings with customized backgrounds from Wake County Parks, Recreation and Open Space.
American Tobacco Trail
Blue Jay Point County Park
Crowder County Park
Green Hills County Park
Harris Lake County Park
Historic Oak View County Park
Historic Yates Mill County Park
Lake Crabtree County Park
Robertson Millpond Preserve
Turnipseed Nature Preserve
Discover Nature at Wake County Parks and Preserves
Want to explore the wildlife and plants seen at our Wake County Parks and Preserves from home? Check out the Wake County Natural Resources Inventory Database! Anyone can use it — whether you're a birdwatcher, teacher, student, citizen scientist or just curious about nature. Explore data and photos, print checklists or discover fun nature facts here.