Who needs a gym membership when you have so many awesome playgrounds to keep you active? Bring the kids or maybe just see if your own seesaw skills have remained intact through the years. Check out some of the best playgrounds in Massachusetts and relive a bit of your childhood.
1. Alexander W. Kemp Playground, Cambridge
This playground was built to work with the natural landscape and help kids discover their own physical potential as well as use their imaginations to play. For more information, visit the Alexander W. Kemp Playground webpage.
2. Nelson Memorial Playground and Splash Pad, Plymouth
Perhaps one of the best playgrounds in Massachusetts in terms of gorgeous surroundings, this park sits right on the water and features the perfect mix of shade, sunshine, and salty air. For more information, visit the Nelson Memorial Playground and Splash Pad webpage.
3. Dacey Community Field Playground, Franklin
This playground is designed with special needs children in mind. It has an area of 77' by 92', making it the largest ADA accessible playground in the state of Massachusetts. For more information, visit the Dacey Community Field Playground webpage.
4. Tadpole Playground, Boston Common
This incredible playground is located right in Boston Common and features a ton of play equipment and access to the Frog Pond water area. For more information, visit the Tadpole Playground webpage.
5. Action Cove Playground, West Newbury
This playground is built as a wooden fort composed of mazes, slides, and castles. There is also a second smaller structure for toddlers, as well as a sandpit with diggers and dump trucks. There are a few swings and a small hand-held zip line. It's a great spot for all ages!
6. Stanley Park Playground, Westfield
This lovely park has two play areas with swing sets and a covered sandbox area to keep kids cool and out of the sun as they play. It's also within walking distance to the duck ponds. For more information, visit the Stanley Park Playground webpage.
7. Robbins Farm Park, Arlington
This place is an incredibly full-featured play spot. With super long slides built right into the hillside and structures designed for a range of ages, this place is a clear step above most local playgrounds. There's also plenty of room to fly kites and picnic. For more information, visit the Robbins Farm Park webpage.
8. The Esplanade Playspace, Boston
This playground cost $1.5 million to build and maintain, so you know it's pretty sweet. Best suited for kids ages 5-12, the play area features lots of creative climbing structures, a kid-powered merry-go-round, a large disc swing, a zip line, and a gigantic spiderweb jungle gym. For more information, visit The Esplanade Playspace webpage.
9. Mayor Thomas Menino Park, Charlestown
Lots of open space, inclusive equipment, and easy public transportation access. The play area was designed by Landscape Structures and is colorful with areas that are well-suited to younger kids. It's truly one of the best urban parks in Massachusetts to take the kids when a trip to a grassier venue is not in the cards.
What are your favorite spots to bring the kids for some outdoor fun in Massachusetts? What are your top picks for the best playgrounds in Massachusetts that are found in rural areas? Any suggestions for outdoor recreation spots that are well-suited to older or younger kids? Share with your friends and let us know!
If you are looking for other family-friendly outdoor activities in the Bay State, here is a list of 9 Totally Kid-Friendly Hikes In Massachusetts That Are 1 Mile And Under.
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