Guide to Playgrounds & Parks in Connecticut

Find great playgrounds for your Connecticut kids, including nature trails, hiking in our many area parks, and more outdoor fun for all ages.

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Outdoor fun and healthy activity await at one of the top Connecticut playgrounds! Jonathan's Dream playground photo courtesy of O'Brien & Sons
Top Connecticut Playgrounds That Families Will Love
Great Playgrounds in Fairfield County, CT
Flat walking trails make Wharton Brook State Park a sure bet for kid hikers. Photo by Mommy Poppins
A Dozen Short Hikes in Connecticut for Preschoolers and Toddlers
Moms and dads will get their steps in with these fun stroller hikes in Connecticut for families with babies and toddlers.
15 Fun Stroller Hikes in Connecticut To Take with Babies and Toddlers
The rope climber is just one of the fun features at Rockwell Park. Photo courtesy of Bristol Parks and Recreation/Facebook
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A Day Trip to Lighthouse Point Park in New Haven

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Latest Parks & Playgrounds News

Cool off at Connecticut splash pads as Summer 2025 turns up the heat! Splash Pad photo by Ally Noel for Mommy Poppins
Best Splash Pads in Connecticut for Kids Summer 2025
Cool off at these splash pads and sprinkler parks around Connecticut in 2025!
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Dazzle your little ones with a birthday bash at one of CT's best parks and playgrounds for kids birthday parties!
CT's Best Parks and Playgrounds for Kids Birthday Parties
Find the best outdoor spots for fun birthday parties!
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Visiting Lake Compound Amusement and Water Park makes for a day filled with family fun!
Visiting Lake Compounce Amusement and Water Park with Kids
Explore our insider guide to Connecticut's largest amusement and water park.
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Outdoor fun and healthy activity await at one of the top Connecticut playgrounds! Jonathan's Dream playground photo courtesy of O'Brien & Sons
Top Connecticut Playgrounds That Families Will Love
Load up the car and spend a day at one of these must-visit CT playgrounds.
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Walking the beaches in Connecticut can feel like a treasure hunt.
Eco Exploring at Beaches in Connecticut: Find Sea Glass, Tide Pools, and More
Turn your next beach trip into an environmental treasure hunt.
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A double slide at Jonathan's Dream. Photo courtesy of O'Brien and Sons Landscape Structures
The Best Tot Lots and Toddler Playgrounds in Connecticut
Great playgrounds for preschoolers.
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