Playground

If you’re local, you already know that spots this close to the water with actual shade and decent parking are hard to come by. The climbing structure keeps older kids busy while the swings handle the toddler crowd just fine — and parents can actually see everything from the benches without having to hover. Pack a lunch, grab a picnic table, and let the kids burn off energy on the open grass field before or after a walk along the path. Restrooms on-site make it a legit full-afternoon option rather than a quick stop.