Don Marlin Kiddie Corral

If you’ve got little ones in the 2-8 range, this spot in Niles is worth knowing about. The mix of older and newer equipment works surprisingly well together — kids don’t seem to care either way, they just run straight for whatever looks climbable. There’s a shaded picnic area that actually gets used, which makes a difference when you’re trying to outlast a toddler on a warm afternoon. Restrooms on-site, parking’s easy, and the place is kept clean. It’s the kind of neighborhood park that locals quietly rely on.