Playground at Bryan Park

Bryan Park is one of those spots that locals have been coming back to for years, and honestly it earns the loyalty. The swings are a solid draw for kids, but the real appeal is how much open grass there is — plenty of room to kick a ball around or just let little ones run without hitting a fence every ten feet. The walking path makes it easy to get some steps in while the kids do their thing. Parking is easy enough, which matters more than people admit when you’re hauling gear and snacks. There’s been ongoing work to improve the park, so it keeps getting a little better each time you visit.