Washington Park in Springfield IL
If you live in or around Springfield, IL, don't pass up the opportunity to stop in at Washington Park located at S Grand Ave and MacArthur Blvd. This is a great park for many activities, a quick walk over the lunch hour, fishing with the kids on the weekend, feeding the ducks, playing Frisbee, hiking or just enjoying a quiet picnic. Playgrounds There are at least two playgrounds located in the park. The main one will give your kids hours of enjoyment, and has space for playing Frisbee, throwing balls, or just playing tag to the side. Tired of the munchkins climbing the walls at home? Sand pit, swings, slides, rock climbing, and much more will keep your kids entertained for free for hours, just think of it as free babysitting! Hiking Many people do not realize there are many hiking trails scattered throughout this park. Check around the ponds and behind the playgrounds for several nice trails! As with any hiking trip, if you are goi...