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City of Raleigh - Optimist Park and Community Center

5910 Whittier Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609

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Max power
Up to 7.2 kW
Level 2
Charging ports
2
J1772
Price
Free
No charging fee listed
Hours
24/7
Open all day

City of Raleigh - Optimist Park and Community Center is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 5910 Whittier Dr in Raleigh, NC. It has 2 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.2 kw. Charging is free, and the site is open 24 hours a day.

How long will charging take?

Range added per hour

~24mi

10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery

~8.3hours

Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works

Connectors and compatibility

J1772

2 ports · 7 kW

AC

The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.

Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.

Pricing

Free

Network listing: “Free; requires GreenLots app”

Location and access

Address
5910 Whittier Dr
Raleigh, NC 27609
Coordinates
35.86260, -78.64364
Hours
24/7
On site
24/7 Access

Questions drivers ask

How fast is City of Raleigh - Optimist Park and Community Center?

It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.

How much does it cost to charge at City of Raleigh - Optimist Park and Community Center?

Charging is listed as free (Free; requires GreenLots app). Parking fees or time limits may still apply.

What plugs does City of Raleigh - Optimist Park and Community Center have?

2 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.

Is City of Raleigh - Optimist Park and Community Center open 24/7?

Yes, the network lists it as open 24 hours a day.

Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 42399. Last confirmed by the network on Jun 12, 2026; opened Nov 14, 2011.