If you have a child – or have been a child – in Minnesota, you likely know that the Land of 10,000 Lakes has many great playgrounds! In the past, we’ve covered whimsical spots such as Stillwater’s Teddy Bear Park and the woodland-themed Big Woods Play Area. But there are many more all across the state, including on Minnesota’s northwestern border. Here, in the small city of East Grand Forks, you’ll find the Sherlock Forest Playground, a castle playground that comes complete with a dragon! Check it out:

Sherlock Forest Playground is a lovely playground in the city of East Grand Forks, Minnesota. It's a great place to visit for those who live in or are traveling through the area!
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As soon as you arrive, you'll see what makes this place so special. It looks like a castle! Painted in bright colors, it's sure to entice kids of all ages to play.
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There's a lot to explore on at this playground. Fun walkways let kids run from one area to the next...
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...and slides let them zoom down to the ground so they can do it all again. There are also balancing toys, digging toys, swings, and more.
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This playground is a fun way to let kids use their imagination. A big, colorful pirate ship encourages them to pretend they're sailing the seven seas...
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...and there's even a dragon coming up from the ground for kids to slay, ride, or climb all over!
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Sherlock Forest Playground is a surefire way to get kids excited about playing outside! With plenty of nooks and crannies to explore - and fun themed items to help their imaginations run away - this place is a must-visit for anyone in the area with kids!
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Have you ever been to the Sherlock Forest Playground? Let us know what you thought in the comments! And if you know of any other cool playgrounds in Minnesota, be sure to let us know using our nomination form.

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