Lincoln Park

Locals know Lincoln Park is one of the better spots along the river — the views alone make it worth the trip, and the soft surfacing under the swings is a detail parents genuinely appreciate. Kids in the 2-10 range have plenty of room to run on the open grass field, and the shaded seating means you can actually stick around without melting in the summer heat. The skate park draws a older crowd too, so there’s usually something going on for everyone in the family. Grab one of the picnic tables and make an afternoon of it — this one’s got the beach nearby and the river views to back it up.