Prairie Ridge EcoStation

A sign welcoming visitors tot he North Carolina Museum of Natural Science's Prairie Ridge EcoStation.
A cut path through a grassy field.
The nature playspace tunnel at Prairie Ridge Ecostation. A wooden tunnel made of planks and longs with climbing ropes and holds on the side.
The Nature Neighborhood garden at Prairie Ridge EcoStation. A mulch path winds through a garden filled with native species..
A cut path through a grassy field, under shady trees.

1671 Gold Star Drive
Raleigh, NC 27607
United States

TRACK Trail Details
Mileage: 1.00 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Terrain: Dirt/Natural
Location Features
  • Restrooms
  • Playground
  • Picnic Tables
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Birds of the Piedmont

Birds are an important part of our ecosystem. On this adventure, learn to identify several birds in the area through illustrations, field markings, and calls.

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The Need for Trees

Trees play a vital role in their environment and in the lives of people and animals. On this adventure, find out about six common trees found along the trail.

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Animal Athletes - Bilingual

¿Alguna vez has querido copiar el movimiento de un animal? En esta aventura utiliza tu imaginación y muévete con los ejercicios de los animales en las paginas

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Nature's Hide & Seek - Bilingual

¡Hay cosas nuevas que descubrir en la naturaleza todos los días! En esta aventura, explore sus alrededores y encuentre cosas que a menudo se pasan por alto.

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Other / Park Program

From ranger-led hikes to fishing events, many TRACK Trail sites offer public programs. Submit your own adventure from a park program or Junior Ranger activity here!

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Nature's Hide & Seek

Let's see what we can discover today! On this adventure, explore your surroundings and use this checklist to find common things often overlooked in nature.

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Animal Athletes

Have you ever wanted to copy an animal's movement? On this adventure, follow along with the animal exercises on the pages and enjoy getting some energy out.

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Birds of the Southeast

Birds are an important part of our ecosystem. On this adventure, learn to identify several birds in the area through illustrations, field markings, and calls.

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Flower Power

Many flowers need help from pollinators to reproduce. On this adventure, uncover how flowers attract pollinators through different sizes, colors, and smells.

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