Lower Cascade Playground

The tall multi-level structure here is genuinely one of the biggest you’ll find in Bloomington — kids go absolutely feral for the winding slides, and the wooden ramps mean everyone can get to the top, not just the fearless climbers. It sits right alongside a creek with a waterfall nearby, so even when the kids are done playing, there’s plenty to explore. Pack a lunch because the picnic tables get taken fast on weekends, and the walking path hooks into the surrounding trails if you want to stretch your legs after. Restrooms and parking make it easy for a longer visit, which is good, because nobody leaves this place quickly.