Favorite Parks and Playgrounds of Los Angeles & Orange County

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Parks & Playgrounds around Los Angeles County
Slide into muddy fun at Adventure Playground!
Adventure Playground in Huntington Beach Reopens After a Four Year Hiatus
Vincent Lugo Park, also called Dinosaur or Monster Park, was nominated to the California Register of Historic Places. Photo courtesy of the City of San Gabriel
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The shaded playstructure at Ferndell is in the middle of the trees. Photo by Amanda Schutt
15 Top Playgrounds with Shade in Los Angeles
Kids love the rocks and climbing structures at Tongva Park. Photo courtesy of James Corner Field Operations
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Lake Balboa: A Family Day out in this Awesome San Fernando Valley Park
The Playground at Cross Creek: Malibu Gets a Touch of Shane's Inspiration

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Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago invites kids to step into the whimsical world of the beloved animated series.
Peppa Pig World of Play Chicago Features 14 Fun-Filled Themed Play Areas for Kids
Meet Peppa Pig at this indoor playground.
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Water comin' at you from all sides! Photo courtesy of the Chicago Park District
Best Splash Pads, Splash Parks, and Water Playgrounds in Chicago
The fun is as wet as it gets at these nearby sprinkler parks.
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Starved Rock State Park
Visiting Starved Rock State Park With Kids: Things To Do, Places To Stay, and More
Get away from it all and hike with kids for a few days.
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Pool Day Birthday Party. Photo by @anjanettew, via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Chicago's Best Parks & Playgrounds for Kids Birthday Parties
Chicago's parks and playgrounds are perfect for low-key birthday parties.
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State parks near Chicago offer more than just hiking. Photo courtesy of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources
State Parks Near Chicago to Hike, Camp, and Swim with Kids
These state parks are the perfect weekend activity for your family.
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There are both woodland and paved trails at the Morton Arboretum. Photo courtesy of Canva
Best Places to Hike with Kids Near Chicago
Soak up nature in these forest preserves and parks near the Windy City.
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