Glade Springs Playground

If you’re local to the Daniels area, this one’s worth knowing about. The log-style climbing structure has a solid, almost rustic feel to it — towers, bridges, the works — and kids genuinely get into it. Slides range from a twisty spiral to a faster straight drop, and the swing setup covers all ages, from bucket swings for the littles to combo swings where you can ride along with a baby. The whole thing is enclosed, which makes a real difference when you’ve got a runner on your hands. Plenty of benches and picnic tables mean you’re not standing the whole time, and parking isn’t a hassle.