Ocean Village Park North Playground

Right near the shore at City Beach, this one’s a solid pick for families with young kids — the open grass field gives little ones plenty of room to run while parents actually get to breathe for a minute. It covers the 2-12 age range well, and the accessible setup means it works for most families without any fuss. Parking’s easy, the beach is basically on your doorstep, and the walking path is great for burning off energy before or after. Locals know it as a genuinely easy afternoon out — nothing over-the-top, just a reliable spot that does the job.