I had driven past Elizabeth Park a few times, and had always wanted to check it out. We decided a warm afternoon would be the perfect time to go, since most of the park is in the shade. Chris had the day off, so it was a family adventure!
We parked near the playground and quickly realized that the curb was really high, so we had a hard time opening the passenger doors of the Honda. Once we made it out without harming the car, we started toward the playground. Wow, this playground is huge!
The large play structure has different levels, and is suitable for kids of all ages {and their parents}. It has a large, wide platform, with many ways to climb up. There five slides!! Chris chased the girls up and down the slides {even the tube ones} and had just as much fun as the girls!
This playground also features a steering wheel, monkey bars, a fire pole, rings, glider & much more.
There are 2 springy toys, the whale one was broken {Chris said it needed some grease}.
We also saw some squirrels run through the playground and up one of the park's ginormous trees!
The playground is also home to swings. There are 2 big kid swings and two baby swings. We love finding playgrounds with swings. {The girls are obsessed with swings}.
Once we managed to pry the girls from the playground, we strolled through the middle of the park. We noticed that the playground is next to tennis courts, and is also near a cement basketball court. We discovered a large gazebo {which can be rented} and gorgeous fountain, surrounded by benches {I would love to come here with a good book}.
Elizabeth Park also has restrooms, with no soap. Outside the restrooms is a {broken} drinking fountain.
I am in love with this park! It had a nice atmosphere and the girls {and Chris} had a lot of fun on the playground. Next time, we are definitely bringing a blanket and picnic lunch. I also discovered that this park is part of the {free} Concerts in the Parks series!
:) Jen
that is a great little park. we had a friend take pics of our family there once in the fall. i won't go there without a friend anymore though, b/c one of the last times i went there alone w/ the kids there was a bum camping in the bushes beside the restrooms. (i'm sure he's moved on by now, though)
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