Highland Park and Playground

If you’ve got a toddler and just need somewhere calm to kill an hour without the chaos of a bigger park, this little spot in DeLand delivers. It’s small — we’re talking a slide, some swings, a few benches — but that’s kind of the point. The open grass field gives little ones room to roam without you having to chase them through a crowd. Locals keep it clean, and the quiet neighborhood setting means you’re not competing with noise or traffic. Honestly, for the 2-5 crowd, it’s a solid go-to.