Restored 18th-century gristmill surrounded by a 174-acre nature park with trails, a pond, and educational exhibits.
General Information
A.E. Finley Center: Daily, 8:30am to 5pm
Mill Tours: Weekends, March–November at scheduled times
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
Mill tours: $3–$5
Not permitted inside buildings
Spring and fall offer the most scenic views
How to Get There
From downtown Raleigh, take South Saunders Street to Lake Wheeler Road and continue south until you reach the park entrance on the right.
Overview
Historic Yates Mill County Park, minutes from downtown Raleigh, centers on Wake County's last remaining water-powered gristmill, fully restored and operational, offering a look at 18th-century milling technology. The 174-acre park has a 24-acre pond, boardwalks, and over three miles of hiking trails through wetlands, forest, and meadow.
The A.E. Finley Center for Education and Research has interactive exhibits, and seasonal mill tours and cultural events run through the year.
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