Vacation Beach/Charles Raneri Playground

Vacation Beach got a solid upgrade in 2023 and it shows — the climbing structure is genuinely fun for kids in that 3 to 12 range, not just the toddler set. There’s a half basketball court too, which keeps the older ones from getting bored while younger siblings do their thing. The shaded picnic tables are a real bonus out here where summer afternoons can get warm, and parking is easy enough that you’re not circling around stressing before you even get in. If you’re already heading to the Russian River area with kids, this one’s worth adding to the list.