Bob Beard playground

Locals know Bob Beard as the kind of no-frills spot that just works — especially if your kid is into baseball. It sits on school grounds, so the setup is pretty straightforward, but there’s enough going on to keep mixed-age groups entertained for a solid afternoon. Some of the equipment has definitely seen better days, though that hasn’t stopped families from coming back. Grab one of the picnic tables, let the kids run around, and you’ve got yourself an easy, low-key outing in Helotes.