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Top 50 Park locations in United States
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Live update: Updated August 15, 2022Copy link
Copy link1. Genesee Valley Park Playground For All Children
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Fernando FioreLove this playground!!
2. Jack's Place Playground
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Jeanne BakerEdit 3/24/22
Jack's Place Playground
Lake Rd & Holt Rd Webster
Playground designed for kids (5-12).
-Parking: Yes (Off Street, Dedicated Lot)
-Hours: Not Specified (Likely matches Webster Town Park Hours)
-Turf: Wood Chip
-State of Repair: New, Well Maintained
-Size: Large
-Themed: Yes (Dinosaur)
-Type of Playground: Wooden
-Variety of Equipment: Climbing, Rock Wall, Balancing Equipment, Obstacle Course, Multi-Level Playground, Merry-Go-Round Net Climbers
-Swings: Regular, Full Bucket Baby Swing, Adaptive Swing Seat
-Slides: 2 Large/ 1 Small
-Fence: No
-Sun/shade: Full sun
-Refuse: 2 Large Garbage Cans
-Seating: Several Benches
-Picnic: No designated area, lodges nearby if not rented
-Bathroom: Yes - Porta Potty next to Holt Lodge about 100 yards
-Little library: Yes, also seed library
Stroller friendly: Yes
Additional info: Set back from the street
-Nearby Trail: Webster Park! Tons of trails.
-Water Features: Lake across the street (Lake Rd)
3. Durand Eastman Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Rochester's PlaybookDurand Eastman Park has a beautiful arboretum, a hidden playground, an expansive beach and seemingly limitless hiking opportunities. Come again and again all year round to enjoy all that Durand has to offer. Be sure to check out Camp Eastman as well!
To learn more about Durand Eastman Park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/durand-eastman-park/
4. Seneca Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookThere’s way more to Seneca Park than Seneca Park Zoo. Without paying Zoo Admission, you can access two playground, hiking trails, waterfalls, pond views and much more.
Find more details in the article on our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/seneca-park/
5. Jack's Place
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Fernando FioreGreat wood playground. Dinosaurs!
6. Semmel Road Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookThe Semmel Road Park playground is partially shaded and near the towns highway department so you are likely to spot some heavy equipment! This is also one of the few playgrounds with one of those cars kiddos can sit in! Continue the fun by exploring the fenced in tennis and basketball courts as well as walking paths through the woods. Head to Semmel Road Park for free ice skating in the winter!
To read more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/semmel-road-park/Rochester's PlaybookThere is ice skating here in the winter
7. Black Creek Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookBlack Creek Park is a great place to visit any time of year. Within the park you will find a playground, fishing, and hiking. Along one of the hiking paths, you can find, “fairy houses!” There is also a large sledding hill and opportunities for skiing and snowshoeing!
To learn more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/black-creek-park/
8. Red Jacket Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookLocated at the top of Keuka Lake, Red Jacket Park offers a beautiful spot to seek shade, visit a playground and cool off in the lake. This park is about an hour drive from the City of Rochester but makes for a great stop if exploring Penn Yan for the day. Consider stopping by Oak Hill Bulk Foods and the Spotted Duck while in the area!
Read More Here: https://rochesterplaybook.com/red-jacket-park/
9. Durand-Eastman Intermediate School Playground
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Jeanne BakerPlayground and Baseball Diamond.
10. Kent Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookKent Park is a quaint park with a small playground that leads into the Webster Arboretum. Within the arboretum, one can find a variety of plants, beautiful gardens and a pond and stream. The pond and stream is home to many water species that children can observe and explore.
To learn more about Kent Park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/kent-park/
11. Franklin-Hysol Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
WNY PlaybookFranklin-Hysol Park has more to offer than meets the eye. The playground area is small having just 1 slide, a typical swing, and a roundabout. Next to the playground area is the basketball court. What makes Franklin-Hysol Park a hidden gem is its par 3 golf hole at the back of the park. This is a perfect place for young golfers to develop their skills while younger siblings play on the playground. There is plenty of open space and shade.
Check out more on our website at https://wnyplaybook.com/category/playgrounds/
12. Thornell Farm Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookThis park fits a lot into one space. Along with a turf field, softball field, tennis, wall ball and basketball courts, this park highlights a sledding hill and upscale playground! Seasonal bathroom facilities and pavilion are located near the playground.
To read more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/thornell-farm-park/
13. Shortsville Budd Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookShortsville Budd Park is a fantastic small town park that gives a big town feel to anyone who visits. There is ample space to move around, playground, basketball and tennis courts as well as seasonal events that welcomes everyone. Across the street there is a dog park, great fishing spots as well as access to the creek and a community garden.
To read more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/shortsville-budd-park/
14. Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookMartin Luther King Jr Memorial Park is an Industrial style playground found with the city of Rochester. The playground features a single fountain “splash pad” to cool off in after climbing its unique structures. Though this playground is geared toward older children, it can be fun for kids of all ages. There is plenty to do around this playground including ice skating in the winter and the year-round museum of play and play walk. The park also hosts the beloved Roc Holiday Village in December as well as Ice skating!
To read more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/martin-luther-king-jr-memorial-park/
15. Cobb's Hill Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookCobbs Hill Park offers a unique stop right in the City of Rochester full of activities for all ages. The parkour course is sure to entertain toddlers to teens and the reservoir and hiking provides beautiful views. Extend the visit by fishing or checking out the fitness course.
To read more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/cobbs-hill-park/
16. Edmund Lyon Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookEdmund Lyon Park is spacious and contains both a splash pad and playground. The park is very dog friendly and has a lot of open space for playing and frisbee. Also within the park is a basketball court and baseball field. The nearby pool is open to the public with daily or monthly passes. There is plenty of seating near the splash pad with picnic tables and grills and one shaded area. Park in the parking lot off of Madison Street to bring you closest to the play areas.
To read more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/edmund-lyon-park/
17. Center Park West
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookCenter Park West is the perfect park for variety of ages as well as a fun family outing. After playing on the large, multi-age-level playground and children can enjoy a walk along the path. If you’ve completed the playground and story path, you can keep going to enjoy some light hiking through the wooded trails. The fun continues as this park also hosts concerts on Sundays and has great sledding in the winter. The parking lot is off of Ayrault Road. Bathrooms are seasonal.
To read more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/center-park/Rochester's PlaybookThis sledding hill isn’t too populated and great for a wide range of ages. Walk towards the playground from the Park's parking lot and head behind the lodge to reach the bottom of the hill.
18. Harris Whalen Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookHarris Whalen Park is the perfect stop between shopping trips to Aldi and Wegmans. Conveniently located directly across the street from the Penfield Wegmans, Harris Whalen Park offers hiking, sledding and a nicely shaded playground. There are two playgrounds at this park, as well as the school playground nearby available after school hours. The park has a shelter and bathroom house very close to the main playground as well as a wooded hiking trail.
To read more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/harris-whalen-park/
19. Richard P. Outhouse Memorial Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookRichard P Outhouse Memorial Park playground has two unique pirate ship structures for kids to explore, complete with cannons and sails. There is also a second playground coming soon , universally designed for all to enjoy! Put this Canandaigua park at the top of your list!
20. Ricky Greene Memorial Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookWhat a gem! There is more than meets the eye at Ricky Greene Memorial Park! This little park hidden in Conesus boasts unique wooden play equipment, beautiful hiking, historical aspects and a modern playground! If you like to explore off the beaten path, add this one to the bucket list!
More details can be found on our website: www.rochesterplaybook.com/ricky-greene-memorial-park
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