Riverside Park playground

Right next to the Riverside Discovery Center, this spot is a solid pick if your kids need room to just *run*. The open grass field is the real draw — plenty of space for pickup games, frisbee, or honestly just burning off energy before the drive home. It’s a pretty low-key setup, but that’s kind of the point. Locals know Riverside Park is worth the stop, especially if you’re already heading to the zoo.