Robeson Park Playground

Tucked into one of Champaign’s quieter residential pockets, this is the kind of neighborhood playground that locals actually use on a regular basis. It’s nothing flashy, but that’s kind of the point — a low-key spot where kids can do their thing without a lot of fuss. Families in the area tend to treat it like a backyard extension, which tells you something about how it fits into the community.