Playground

If your kid is past the toddler stage and needs something with a little more grit to it, this is the spot. The climbing structure has enough going on that it reads almost like an obstacle course — nothing watered-down about it. What really sets it apart are the slides that wind down through the trees, so you’re getting natural shade without having to hunt for a bench in the sun. It backs right up to forest and trails, which means older kids tend to just keep going once they’ve worn out the equipment. Bring water, because nobody’s leaving here quickly.