Summerlake Park Playground

Summerlake Park has a lot to offer besides the playground, but this review focuses on the main playground. There's a smaller playground, sport courts, doggie park, and -- of course -- a lake that all add attraction to this park. The main playground is kind of in the middle of the whole park, and the best place to park for the playground is on Lakeview Terrace.

The play structure is a slightly dated wood and metal structure, compared to the newer plastic ones. However, it does get some shade, so the metal slides have not been too hot when we have played there. The play structure is easily accessible for all climbing levels.

For swings, there are two baby swings and a tire swing. The swings overlook the lake, which I find pretty pleasant when I'm doing the repetitive parent swing-pushing thing.

There are picnic tables next to the play structure and a big grassy area, making this a great play to have a playgroup or family gathering. This is a fun park that is worth a stop if you're in the neighborhood, and is worth a special trip if you combine it with a walk around the lake to look at ducks and birds.