1. Parks & Recreation News

  1. A new playground is in the works for Whipporwill Park! Tell us what you want to see!

    A new playground is being planned for Whipporwill Park! Durham Parks and Recreation will host a Playground Design Engagement Pop-Up at Walltown Recreation Center on December 5 from 4:30-6 p.m. Read on...

  2. Rock Quarry Park Tennis Courts Update

    Lights at the Rock Quarry Park tennis courts will not be available to the public from November 29th to January 2nd. Read on...

  3. DPR Spring Program Registration Opens Friday, December 1

    Registration for many DPR programs running January-May, including youth/adult athletics and aquatics, will open Friday, December 1. Read on...

  1. Lead Paint Encapsulation Project

    The Lead Paint Encapsulation Project on the exterior of the Forest Hills Neighborhood Clubhouse will begin on November 27th and is expected to be completed by the end of December. Read on...

  2. Lyon Park Improvements

    You’ll see work starting in November at Lyon Park at the existing picnic shelter area and basketball court for basketball court improvements, plus a brand new picnic shelter and outdoor fitness area. Read on...

  3. Many DPR Restrooms and Water Fountains Closed for the Season

    Many DPR water fountains and restrooms have been winterized and are now closed for the season. Read on to see the year-round restrooms that will remain open all winter long! Read on...