Fairgrounds Playground 1

If you’re looking for a solid spot to take the kids in Troy without a lot of hassle, this one checks the boxes. The shaded seating is genuinely useful on hot Missouri summer days — not just a bench baking in the sun like some places. Picnic tables make it easy to actually stay a while and eat lunch instead of rushing off. Parking is right there, which sounds basic but honestly makes a difference when you’ve got little ones in tow.