Neuse River Park Planning Process
Neuse River Park Planning Process
Neuse River Park Public Workshop - Draft Concept Plan
Public Meeting to discuss the draft concept plan for Neuse River Park.
This meeting will be family-friendly and will include light refreshments and an art-making station for people of all ages. Accommodations & Translation Services are available upon request. Please contact NeuseRiverPark@publicinput.com
The public workshop will be a drop-in style open house meeting. Staff and consultants will be there to help explain and to answer questions about the draft concept plan and project phasing. Staff from Raleigh Transportation and Raleigh Stormwater will also be in attendance to answer questions about nearby projects.
The vision for a vibrant Neuse River Park is one step closer to becoming a reality. On January 7, 2025, City Council approved the park’s master plan, and now the project is moving into the design and permitting phase. Construction is planned for 2026-2028.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
River Access & Overlooks: Enjoy kayaking, fishing, swimming and wading, or relaxing by the river with new access points and scenic overlooks.
Hiking & Multi-Use Trails: Connecting hikers, cyclists, and nature lovers to the Neuse River Greenway and nearby areas.
Nature Play Areas: An interactive nature play zone where kids can climb and explore.
Community Spaces: A lawn and pavilion to gather with friends or attend local events.
Enhanced Amenities: New features to support the park, including restrooms, water fill stations, and expanded parking.
Upcoming Community Advisory Group Meetings
Note: All Community Advisory Group meeting are open to the public.
Schematic Design
CAG Meeting #1
- October 9, 2025
- 6-8pm
- Raleigh Municipal Building, Room 305
- 222 W. Hargett St.
CAG Meeting #2
- February 10, 2026
- 6-8pm
- Raleigh Municipal Building, Room 305
- 222 W. Hargett St.
Click here for more information about the Neuse River Park Community Advisory Group.
Current Project Status
The Neuse River Park project is now in the Schematic Design phase. There will be more touchpoints with the community in 2025, and we hope to hear from you! Everyone who will be impacted by this project has a right to participate, and we welcome all to stay involved throughout the planning process.
Previous Project Milestones
Raleigh Parks is excited to announce that the City Council officially approved the Neuse River Park Master Plan during their January 7, 2025 session!
You can view the agenda item, which includes the presentation, by following this link. If you would like to watch a recording of the presentation, you can view it here.
Neuse River Park Public Workshop - Schematic Design
Public Meeting to discuss the Schematic Design for Neuse River Park.
This meeting will be family-friendly and will include light refreshments and an art-making station for people of all ages. Accommodations & Translation Services are available upon request. Please contact NeuseRiverPark@publicinput.com
The public workshop will be a drop-in style open house meeting. Staff and consultants will be there to help explain and to answer questions about the Schematic Design.
Artist Gabriel Eng-Goetz is creating public art for the Neuse River Park. His work will be installed during the construction of the park and will be on display when the park opens. Click here to learn more about the public artist.
Do you have any questions about the project?
Feel free to email: neuseriverpark@PublicInput.com