Stearns Park Playground

Two separate play areas mean you’re not stuck fighting over equipment with a dozen other kids — there’s actually room to spread out. The sandbox keeps the little ones busy while older kids tackle the climbing structure, and the accessible swings are a genuinely nice touch you don’t see at every park. Parents tend to post up in spots with clear sightlines, which makes the whole thing feel less stressful. When the kids are done playing, there’s a basketball court and soccer field right there if they’ve still got energy to burn — and they always do.