The park land was originally part of a larger estate donated to the city by the Hanes family, prominent figures in North Carolina's textile and tobacco industries.
The adjacent R.J. Reynolds High School stadium, often associated with the park, is built into the hillside and has served as a landmark for high school football since the 1920s.
The park serves as a major trailhead for the broader Winston-Salem urban greenway system.
The tennis courts are frequently used for local league play and high school tournament events.
Hanes Park is a central recreational hub in Winston-Salem featuring extensive tennis facilities, baseball fields, and modern play structures. The park serves as a critical outdoor space adjacent to the historic West End neighborhood and the R.J. Reynolds High School campus. It provides paved walking paths that connect directly to the city’s greenway network, facilitating pedestrian and cycling access. The landscape incorporates large open green spaces suitable for field sports and recreational activities. Maintenance is managed by the City of Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks Department.
The elevated view overlooking the ball fields and the high school stadium architecture.
Visit during weekday mornings if you prefer the tennis courts to be less crowded.
Use the parking area near the high school or the secondary lots along Northwest Boulevard for the easiest access to the playgrounds.
Check the local municipal calendar to avoid visiting during major high school football game days, which impact parking availability.
Do not attempt to park in staff-only or gated school lots during active school hours or event days.
Leash laws apply to all pets; clean up after animals immediately.
