One of the oldest and best-known parks in the county, 98-acre Hugh McRae Park is well-known for its outdoor concerts and Annual Chili Cook-Off. The tranquil pond, alluring garden and picturesque gazebo are very popular for weddings, especially in spring when the azaleas are in bloom and the weather is balmy. Facilities include a playground, ball fields, lighted tennis courts, an equestrian ring, picnic shelters and restrooms.

Driving Directions

From I-40:
I-40 becomes College Road/Hwy 132. You will cross over Market Street (HWY 17) and continue south towards Carolina Beach/Fort Fisher. Continue south, thru the College Road & Oleander Drive (Hwy 76) intersection (Walgreens on the right).

The next light is Lake Ave. You can take a right here to get to the Roland Grise (RG1) field. To get to the fields at Hoggard High, continue south to the next light. Right before the light you will bare right onto Shipyard Blvd. Take the next right (at light) into the Hoggard parking lot.