Fantastic park and playground finds in Northern California

Backpacks are packed, lunches are made, and homework and extracurricular activities once again dominate your weekday calendar. It’s open season for students, teachers and parents everywhere. But, while school may be back in session, that doesn’t mean that your frolicking summer days have to be shelved. There are still plenty of places to go, things to see, and mountains to climb with your kiddos in tow. From playgrounds within San Francisco’s city limits, to East Bay amusement parks and elephant seals along the Half Moon Bay coastline, this Northern California list has you covered for your next weekend wanderlust.

Over the river and through the woods vibes

Pack up the family and head into the great outdoors of NorCal nature at its best.

The grass is always greener vibes

San Francisco parks, playgrounds, and picnic spots sure to entertain everyone-- from the young to the young-at-heart!

Amusement is my middle name vibes

Dive right into these plug-and-play attractions for immediate family fun.

The best way to the heart is through the stomach vibes

Because sometimes the best family bonding happens over food.

About the Author:

Meredith Rose Essalat

Meredith Rose Essalat is currently the Head of School at Mission Dolores Academy in San Francisco, California and the author of The Overly Honest Teacher: Parenting Advice from the Classroom.
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