Automba Playground and Pavilion

Out here in Kettle River, you take what you can get, and honestly, Automba delivers more than you’d expect for such a tucked-away spot. The pavilion is the real draw — solid picnic tables make it a decent place to actually sit down and eat without balancing food on your lap. Someone thought to include local history displays inside the pavilion, which is a nice touch and gives you something to look at while the kids run around. It’s nothing fancy, but for families out this way, having a designated spot to gather makes a real difference.