Wake Forest

Wake Forest is known for its small-town charm, history, vibrant culture, excellent schools, and variety of amenities. Located just north of Raleigh and primarily in Wake County with a few sections found in Franklin and Granville counties. Wake Forest offers its residents a sparse suburban feel and high quality of life, most people moving to the area are families, young professionals, and retirees who choose to own their own homes.

Wake Forest has many beautiful parks, walking trails, greenways, playgrounds, green spaces, and athletic fields. Perfect for anyone who is looking for a new adventure or are wanting to find more ways to spend time outside.

One of the best things about living in Wake Forest, NC, is the town's proximity to Raleigh, Durham, Research Triangle Park and Chapel Hill. Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Raleigh and offers convenient flights throughout the United States and the world.

Favorite Recreation Spots in Wake Forest:

  • E. Carroll Joyner Park: This 112-acre park is the newest and largest park in Wake Forest that features paved walking trails, a pecan grove, and an amphitheater

  • H.L. Miller Park: This two-acre park is home to dog-friendly walking trails, benches, bridges, picnic tables, and lush wooded areas

  • Ailey Young Park: Features a playground, baseball fields, basketball courts, and open green space

  • Wake Forest Sprayground: This dynamic, zero-depth aquatic park is a great place for the whole family to cool off in the summer

  • Falls Lake State Recreation Area: Falls Lake is great for boating, kayaking, fishing, and swimming, especially during the summer

  • Winterpast Farm: This kid-friendly animal sanctuary is home to chickens, goats, peacocks, and many other farm animals

  • The Factory- A one stop shop for family entertainment, combining different sports and entertainment businesses, retail shops, restaurants and more. Here are a few:

    -Polar Ice, featuring twin ice sheets, full service snack bar, and birthday party rooms.

    -House of Sports featuring indoor Soccer, Football and Lacrosse facility hosting leagues, camps, and instruction.

    -House of Sports featuring Basketball and Volleyball.

    -The Factory Ballpark baseball/softball complex comprised of six fields and a large fieldhouse. Operated by North Wake Baseball.

    -Carlisle’s Complete 7 Training providing health and fitness options and personal training.

    -Prime Time Hockey and the Tumble Gym.

    -Gonza Taco Y Tequila

Favorite Restaurants in Wake Forest:

  • Amalia’s Authentic Italian Restaurant- Amalia’s prides itself in serving classic, Italian dishes that have been passed down through the generations and are always cooked to order. Located in a quaint historic home on South Main Street.

  • Gonza Taco Y Tequila- Featuring award-winning Colombian-Mexican cuisine, hand crafted Latin cocktails, an extensive variety of tequilas & regional spirits, and a carefully selected list of Latin wines & beers.

  • Over the Falls- Located in Downtown Wake Forest, offering award winning specialty salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizza and wings. 

  • Bodega-Located at the most southern end of White Street in historic downtown Wake Forest. The menu boasts an eclectic range of cold and hot small plates with influences from around the world.

  • Farm Table- Focuses on in-season produce with a menu that changes. The interior is a beautiful modern-rustic style and the food is comforting, well-crafted, and delicious.

  • Brigs at the Forest- Breakfast, Brunch and lunch spot

  • Mellow Mushroom- Offers some of the best stone-baked pizzas known for their classic Mellow crust, made with Appalachian spring water. In addition to stone-baked pizzas, Mellow Mushroom serves munchies, salads, sandwiches, and burgers. Pick from a selection of 20 draft beers or a tasty, handcrafted cocktails. And, many of our pizzas can be made gluten-free or vegan.

  • The Curry House- Curry House offers authentic Nepali, Indian and Tibetan cuisine.