Posted in Kansas November 11, 2016 by

The Whimsical Playground In Kansas That’s Straight Out Of A Storybook

This fall has been unseasonably warm and mild… isn’t it great?! Sure, I love cooler temperatures and snow as much as the next person, but now that I am a mom, I have learned to appreciate all of the warm weather and outdoor time I can get. If you are like me and have little tykes who enjoy the great outdoors, you are going to love this amazing Kansas park that is straight out of a storybook:

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Located in Merriam, Antioch Park is a gorgeous 44-acre park that features lovely trees, two fishing lakes, winding trails, and so much more.
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In addition to being Johnson County's oldest and longest running park (having been opened since 1958), Antioch is also the most popular, welcoming close to 700,000 guests per year!
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While all of these features are wonderful, what about it is so special for kids? For starters...
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...the park features various playground equipment...
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...and the pièce de résistance: the Historic Dodge Town Play Area -- a kiddie-sized historic village perfect for pretend play!
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It is for these reasons and more that Antioch Park is our favorite, and was named one of the "50 Best Playgrounds in America" by Early Childhood Education Zone and "One of KC's Best Parks" by KC Parent.
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For even more park fun, check out these 10 Amazing Playgrounds In Kansas That Will Make You Feel Like A Kid Again!

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