Bayside Park Playground

Honestly, Bayside is one of those parks where you show up for the playground and end up staying half the day. The climbing structure and slides hold up for the older kids while the little ones hit the swings, and parents can actually see everything without playing hide and seek through the equipment. You’ve got Lake Champlain basically right there, picnic tables under real shade trees, a gazebo, restrooms — the full setup. The soccer field, basketball court, and bike track mean older kids and sporty families have plenty to work with beyond the playground itself. If you’re in Colchester and need a spot that checks every box without driving all over town, this is the one.