Fun park for toddlers and bigs, picnic area, clean bathroom facility on site, spacious park area.read more

Lovely park. Took me back to my days as a child. All wood assembly. Only reason I didn't give 5…read morestars is that there were way too many outlets for the little kids. My youngest easily got out of the play area. Not fenced in.

By far the best & largest playground in the Auburn / Opelika area! Check it out -- you will not be…read moredisappointed!

This playground is absolutely amazing. Children could play here for hours without getting bored…read more Town Creek has speciality areas for all ages and also includes things like an area for dodgeball, exercise stations, and music play. It is truly wonderful and worth a visit. The playground is filled with families and children of all ages. Everything is spaced out nicely with plenty of walkways and seating for parents and caregivers. Town Creek also has bathrooms and drinking fountains with easy and convenient parking. No skateboards, bicycles, or pets.

Cloverdale Park is also a great place from other parks. It's about finding the right time when it's…read morenot busy if you do and you like to go outside and interact with people or just as a family it's a great place to go.

The playground is located on the south side of the church, there are two areas, one for bigger kids…read moreand one for little ones. Very nice and well maintained unlike Montgomery parks. It's open to the public. Plus, the best part is for parents, it's a fenced area so kids won't wander off to streets or areas they shouldn't be in. It's in a historical neighborhood of Montgomery and there are several local independent businesses nearby like Cafe Louisa, Tomatinos, El Rey, Leroys, etc. Grab a nice lunch from there and enjoy a beautiful day here. The only downside is that, there are no public restrooms but I am not sure if the church has them or not. Thus, one star deduction for now but a totally safe place for kids to explore.

This was a piece of history that was not particularly familiar with me; a decisive battle in which…read moreAmerican forces overwhelmed the Native Americans as part of the broader move to force them out of the area. At a riverbend, it is a naturalistically interesting area, though floodwaters rendered the river itself off limits. The visitor center was small and I found the exhibitions sparse. Some people were gathering near the entrance for a party in the picnic area, while the main part of the park requested no celebrations out of respect for the history. It is a good subject to learn about, but the amount of stuff there versus the distance that you'd have to drive from any metropolitan area wasn't huge.

This is a very nice park with lots of history. Unfortunately we weren't able to explore the entire…read morepark due to fallen trees when we were there.

I called to make sure there was space to camp before riding 5 hours on a motorcycle with my son who…read morewas excited to see the goats and movie set. The gentleman that answered the phone said there was space and told us to try to be there before dark. We arrived at 6:30pm, which was after dark, and were told we couldn't camp because he had locked the gate. It would have been helpful if he had told me on the phone not to bother coming if we were going to be there 30 minutes after dark instead of saying "try to be here before dark". We are now in a hotel in Montgomery. Thanks a lot.

Jackson Lake Island is amazing, especially if you are a fan of Tim Burton's Big Fish…read more You enter through a gate, and there is an entire process for paying and then obtaining the gate code. Luckily, we paid, and were then calling the phone number to get the code, when someone who was camping pulled up behind us and put the code in for us. The small road bridge leading from the main land to the island was a little scary for me. Good thing there wasn't a car coming the other way, or I would have freaked out even more. This land is wonderful. I could see the appeal to kayak, fish, or have a picnic here, or even camp here. We stopped at the bathrooms first, and they are clean and provide running water. On our drive to the town of Spectre, we ran into the goats. We were driving down the road and all of the goats were coming at us. We put the car in park and enjoyed the goats. One goat even jumped up on my door to say hello. They are fabulous and very friendly. When we exited the vehicle at the Spectre movie set, a super friendly goat was charging at me, I immediately went into the car and the goat approached my boyfriend. All the goat wanted was some pets. And that's what he got. They are like large dogs. There are swing benches around the lake and it is nice to sit and enjoy the scenery. Watch out for goat poop. That is the only bad thing. The goats keep the island well manicured and provide the best entertainment and are adorable.

If you're an Auburn student you know how valuable the Donald E. Davis Arboretum is to the…read moreuniversity and community. Although the primary objective is a living breathing outdoor museum, it is also a university classroom. I will focus on what the Davis Arboretum is best known for, The Founders Oak. I was fascinated by my visit. The native Southern trees and plants is the real gem of the arboretum. The crown jewel would be the "Founders Oak". The tree symbolizes the strong foundation and a deeply rooted history. The tree measures 88 feet tall by 47 inches wide. It's expected to see the start of the next century. The Oak serves as a symbol of the City of Auburn in history and spirit. There is much, more to the 13.6 acre arboretum that you will love to explore. They also rent out their space on the cheap for weddings. I encourage a visit.

Not that Auburn is a concrete jungle or anything, but the Davis Arboretum is a perfect escape into…read morenature, all while being on Auburn's campus and close to downtown and major roads. There's a parking lot off Garden Drive and some street parking on Lem Morrison Drive. The arboretum is free to all, not just those with university affiliations, and is open from dawn to dusk. If you like trees, especially southern ones, you're in luck. The place has undergone some cosmetic improvements over the years and seems to have expanded. I'm partial to the pond, and the pitcher plant area is super cool, especially when you can hear frogs rumbling. Spanning 13+ acres and home to 300 native plant species, the arboretum is sure to have something for you, whether you just like to wander amidst the trees, need to squeeze in a run, have to study for class, or want to explore with your kiddos.

The Salem Shotwell Covered Bridge is one of those small, satisfying surprises where the history is…read morereal, the setting is peaceful, and the experience feels a little more special than you expect. The original bridge was built in 1900 to carry traffic over Wacoochee Creek, and even though the structure you walk across today is a careful reconstruction, it keeps the proportions, timberwork, and quiet charm of the old one. Being able to walk the full span is genuinely cool, especially since it's obviously not open to vehicles, and the boards have that soft, weathered sound underfoot that makes a covered bridge feel alive. The park that now surrounds it was created after the bridge was relocated and rebuilt in 2007, giving the structure a new home that feels both respectful and welcoming. There's easy parking right by the entrance, and the short nature walk that loops around the creek adds a nice rhythm to the visit, especially if you like to linger and take in the details. The bridge sits low over the water, framed by trees, and the whole place has that quiet, tucked‑away atmosphere that makes you slow down without thinking about it. It's the kind of stop that doesn't take long but stays with you, a simple wooden span that carries more history and charm than its size suggests. [Review 288 of 2026 - 271 in Alabama - 25477 overall]

This is a cute neighborhood park. I enjoyed the history of the covered bridge and the picture…read morebackdrop it provided. There seemed to be quite a bit of green space in that area as a large soccer field was across the street. This park is dog friendly, and there is a little creek that runs through it. The wildflower trail was not very flowery as much as it was bushes that sometime flower. Check it out.

Don't Go Chasing Waterfalls!…read more What a beautiful surprise to stumple upon these beautiful waterfalls! I enjoyed listening to these beautiful waterfalls inside the Lakewood Park in Phenix City Alabama. This is a large park nestled in a well established neighborhood. I think the name of the neighborhood is the same as the park. I hate to leave this peaceful space and I can't wait to return soon.

Love Lakewood park just wish they had more trash cans or maybe trash was checked more regularly…read more The amount of trash I've picked up and cleaned up here is gross

A really fantastic park that is becoming one of my favorites in Auburn. Well-maintained (clean…read morebathrooms!) and on the newer side, with a nice walking trail, a parking lot, a playground, bench swings, a pavilion, and even a silo because why not? Don't miss the Historic Tree Trail across the street for some simultaneous botany and history!

Before I had kids I always saw parents at parks and wondered how bored they must be. Obviously…read morethings have changed. I go to parks all the time. They bring great joy to my babies. Most times I have mom friends who make it less boring. But this park the greatest ever. I get excited to go and bring my kids.

The hubby wanted to take a relaxing spin so I'll do one for the team.... I'm not your typical…read moreoutdoor fan., but hey it's hubby's day .. It's great watching God's nature, hearing the chirping of several different birds and watching the boats pass by with the drivers speaking as they sail down stream..... Very nice area for family gatherings, and there's also a pic nic area, and dog park!!!

Despite its name, Cooters Pond is a nice little park centered around a lake. It is a nice place to…read moreunwind for a bit and a place to leave the problems and stress of the day behind. All in all, I would definitely recommend this particular park.