George Washington Park Playground

Tucked into the trees on the edge of George Washington Park, this spot genuinely feels like playing in the woods — and if you time it right, you’ll catch deer wandering through like they own the place. It’s geared toward kids 5 to 12, with enough open grass to kick a ball around or just run off some energy. The restrooms are actually clean, which, if you’re a local parent, you know isn’t something to take for granted. The trail access nearby makes it easy to turn a playground trip into a longer outdoor afternoon without driving anywhere else.