Empie Park

Welcome to Empie Park in Wilmington, North Carolina. This park is home to the Althea Gibson Tennis Complex with 24 lighted tennis courts and 2 lighted basketball courts. Come play a few rounds, shoot some baskets, and have fun.

To contact the Wilmington park office please call 910-341-7852.

Wilmington North Carolina Park Ordinances

*Unless otherwise posted all parks open at dawn and close at dusk.

*The following are prohibited; defacing public property, harming wildlife, littering, smoking or vaping, weapons.

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; fires, motor vehicles, organized athletic play, swimming.

*All dogs must be leashed and waste removed.

*Overnight camping requires special permit.

*All skate park users must wear proper helmets and pads.

Please respect these and all local, State of North Carolina, and United States statutes.