Entry No. 19 — the Raleigh file — filed under: giant sculptures

Thomas Dambo's Trolls at Dorothea Dix Park

Five colossal, handcrafted troll sculptures made entirely from reclaimed wood, fallen branches, and discarded whiskey barrels are hidden throughout the woods and fields of Dorothea Dix Park.

The move: Download the online troll map and hunt for all five giant creatures, taking time to examine Mother Strong Tail, whose 645-foot barrel-stave tail winds through the pine grove.

📍 Southwest Raleigh
💸 Free
⚡ Up for anything
🌗 Outdoors

Where: 2105 Umstead Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603

Hours: Added 2026-07-21 — confirm current hours before you go.

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Further reading: Official site · trollmap.com

last checked: 2026-07-21