TourneyGuidesCarolina Athletic Park tournament guide
Goldsboro, North Carolina · 871 Buck Swamp Rd, Goldsboro, NC 27530
Last verified 2026-10-18
Field surface: 3 turf; 3 not stated
Mixed: Carolina Athletic Park says 3 of its 6 fields are turfed for play rain or shine. It doesn't describe the surfaces on the other three. (6 fields, 3 of them turf (Carolina Athletic Park).)
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Quick facts
- 6 fields, 3 of them turf, so some games can go on after rain (Carolina Athletic Park).
- A cafe with a press box above, and food service for large events (Carolina Athletic Park).
- Leashed pets are welcome (Carolina Athletic Park).
- Hotels on North Spence Avenue and near Seymour Johnson AFB are 14-15 minutes away.
Map: fields, hotels, food and coffee
- The fields
- Hotels (3)
- Food (1)
Tap a pin for the drive time. Pins are placed from each listed address; drive times are no-traffic estimates.
Hotels near Carolina Athletic Park
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Best Western Plus Goldsboro
909 N Spence Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27534 · about 14 min / 8.1 mi to the main campus
Listing amenities: Pool, Breakfast included, Pet friendly.
Hampton Inn Goldsboro NC
905 N Spence Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27534 · about 15 min / 8.3 mi to the main campus
Listing amenities: Pool, Hot tub, Breakfast included.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Goldsboro - Base Area by IHG
1003 Sunburst Drive, Goldsboro, NC 27534 · about 15 min / 8.8 mi to the main campus
Listing amenities: Pool, Breakfast included, Parking included.
See Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Goldsboro - Base Area by IHG on Expedia
Places to eat near Carolina Athletic Park
Azul Tequilas Mexican Bar & Grill
307 N Berkeley Blvd, Goldsboro, NC 27534 · about 16 min drive
Goldsboro Mexican bar and grill with one sister restaurant in Fayetteville: appetizers, hearty entrées and desserts, with room for team groups and online ordering for pickup (Azul Tequilas).
Official pagePacking notes
- North Carolina summers are hot and humid: bring a canopy or other shade, sunscreen and plenty of water.
- Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer; keep rain gear handy and expect lightning delays. Spring and fall evenings can turn cool.
Sources
- Carolina Athletic Park: home (Goldsboro's only multi-sport complex with a strong focus on baseball and softball; 6 fields, 3 of which are turfed offering play in rain or shine; cafe with press box and meeting rooms above; 15,000 sq ft training facility with cages and 2 gyms; fields host travel baseball, team training, adult leagues, rec ball and legion ball; food for large events and league play; pets welcome on a leash; just outside Goldsboro city limits; 871 Buck Swamp Rd, Goldsboro, NC 27530)
- Drive estimates: OSRM road routing from the fields, no traffic.
More North Carolina guides: all 34 North Carolina complexes.