there's a new public skatepark opening Saturday, May 2nd in North-East Raleigh. It will be free and operated by the parks and rec. Using park bonds, the 5 year design process was assisted by kids & adults at public meetings. A Community Center nearby is in the works.
Location:
Marsh Creek Park 3016 New Hope Road,
Raleigh,
NC 27604
Blog:
Harsh Creak (http://harshcreak.blogspot.com/ - broken link)
City info:
City of Raleigh | Skate Park (http://www.raleighnc.gov/portal/server.pt/gateway/PTARGS_0_2_306_209_0_43/http%3B/pt03/DIG_Web_Content/category/Leisure/Park_and_Greenway_Planning/Current_Projects/Cat-MCH-2007320-103008-Skatepark.html - broken link)