Park Street Playground

Right in the middle of Bar Harbor, this little playground punches well above its weight for a town spot. The climbing structure and rope stations keep older kids genuinely busy, and the musical equipment is one of those touches you don’t expect — kids always gravitate toward it. It’s fully fenced, which is a lifesaver if you’ve got a runner in the toddler years. Shaded seating and picnic tables mean you can actually stay a while without melting, and the restrooms being clean and close by is something locals genuinely appreciate. Parking is easy, and the wood chip ground cover keeps the whole place feeling well-maintained.