Parks and Recreation

The Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to serving all residents and visitors of Forsyth County through park development and recreational activities. Our nine parks are designed to offer opportunities to enjoy nature and the out-of-doors. We offer programs which help recharge physical and mental energies in a recreational atmosphere.

  • Triad Park
    For the ultimate team building experience, try the Challenge Course at Triad Park
  • Fishing at Kernersville Lake Park
    Nothing is more relaxing than a day of fishing at Kernersville Lake Park.
  • Disc Golf
    The County's only disc golf course can be found at Horizons Park.
  • RV Campground
    Tanglewood Park is now home to a new RV Campground!
  • Happy Hounds Dog Park
    Let your dog off the leash at the Horizons Park Happy Hound Dog Park.
  • Peter S. Brunstetter Aquatic Center
    Cool off at the Peter S. Brunstetter Aquatic Center located at Tanglewood Park.
  • Old 421 River Park
    Old U.S. 421 River Park is one of several access points for canoeing and fishing along the Yadkin River Trail.
  • BMX Track
    Enjoy off-road bicycle racing at Tanglewood's BMX Course.
  • Woodland Hall
    Triad Park offers Woodland Hall, a beautiful banquet facility and reception site.
  • Rock Climbing at Triad Park
    Kids of all ages love rock climbing at Triad Park.

Parks & Recreation News

  1. Tanglewood Park’s Back Gate Will be Open for Six Consecutive Weekends

    Tanglewood Park’s Back Gate Will be Open for Six Consecutive Weekends

    Tanglewood Park will be opening the back gate entrance for the next six weekends due to the N.C. Department of Transportation completing preservation work on the bridges that carry I-40 West and East over the Yadkin River at the Forsyth-Davie County line. The preservation work will take place starting at 8:00pm Friday through 6:00am Monday for six consecutive weekends.

  2. Become an RV Campground Host at Tanglewood Park!

    Become an RV Campground Host at Tanglewood Park!

    Are you interested in becoming a volunteer RV Campground Host at Tanglewood Park? Click here to read more about the position and the park and for the application!

  3. Tuesdays at Tanglewood: A Day at the Beach

    Tuesdays at Tanglewood: A Day at the Beach

    Come out to Tanglewood Park on June 18, 2013 for our first Tuesdays at Tanglewood summer nature program of the season, A Day at the Beach!

  4. The Aquatic Center at Tanglewood Park is NOW OPEN!

    The Aquatic Center at Tanglewood Park is NOW OPEN!

    The Aquatic Center at Tanglewood Park is NOW OPEN—Join us for our second season for some fun in the sun!

  5. Mallard Lake Pedal Boats and Concessions Open!

    Mallard Lake Pedal Boats and Concessions Open!

    Enjoy an afternoon at Mallard Lake this summer! Our concessions building and colorful pedal boats are now open for the season!

  6. Tanglewoof, New Dog Park Opens at Tanglewood Park

    Tanglewoof, New Dog Park Opens at Tanglewood Park

    The dog park, Tanglewoof, opened at Tanglewood Park on Sunday, May 5, 2013. This dog area is designed for dogs to legally run off leash in a 2.3 acre fenced area. Part of the area is fenced for small dogs and another larger area for big dogs.

  7. Tanglewood Park Will No Longer Host Its Own 4th of July Fireworks Display

    Tanglewood Park Will No Longer Host Its Own 4th of July Fireworks Display

    Clemmons, NC- Forsyth County Parks & Recreation will not host its own fireworks display at Tanglewood Park due to the cost to put on the event exceeding the level of sponsorship in place.

  8. New Online Reservations System for Forsyth County Parks and Recreation

    New Online Reservations System for Forsyth County Parks and Recreation

    Forsyth County Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce the launch of our new online Reservations System! This system will allow clients to book facilities online, view photos of facilities, and look at diagram layouts of facilities.

  9. Master Plan for Triad Park

    Master Plan for Triad Park

    Master Plan for Triad Park is available for viewing.

  10. Master Plan for Horizons Park

    Master Plan for Horizons Park

    The Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Department along with the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Planning Department developed a Master Plan for Horizons Park with participation by citizens and stakeholders.