823 S Park Dr, Marietta, GA 30060, United States
Victory Park in Marietta is a 6.7-acre park. With its playground, fitness equipment, and volleyball court, this tiny linear park provides a variety of opportunities for kids and adults to get out and be active. For outdoor exercise, there are multiple stations for cardio, weight training, stretching, and calisthenics. For sand volleyball, a towering fence surrounds the court.
This park offers a playground for children aged 2 to 5 and for children aged 5 to 12. Swings, a climbing wall, and a sandbox with excavator toys are included in the large climbing structure, recumbent cycle, and cardio walker.
Here are Some Family-Friendly Activities to Do in a Park
Organize a Family Reunion
With costs being so tight these days, a park is an excellent choice for a family gathering. Although some parks have a first come, first served approach, you may be able to reserve or rent a covered pavilion. After the food and socializing, there’s plenty of room for kids to run around and plenty of play alternatives to keep them entertained while the elderly sit around and remember.
Create a Challenge
Parks provide large, open spaces ideal for hosting a race, obstacle course, or other family adventure. Divide into teams for a relay race. Age groupings should be established for foot or bicycle races. Bring a few inexpensive props and create your own family field day. Following are some examples:
- For an endurance test, use hula hoops or jump ropes.
- Eggs and spoons for a relay challenge that tests your balance.
- A soccer ball for a dribbling contest
- Plastic cups and water for a head-balancing race challenge
- Tug-of-war with three-legged race rope
Special Occasions
Parks cater to families and frequently offer fairs, carnivals, and special events to attract visitors. The activities vary greatly depending on the sort of park. In community parks, look for carnivals with games, races, and inflatable play objects. Look for events in state and national parks that will introduce you and your children to outdoor and high-adventure sports such as orienteering, archery, fishing, and canoeing. Holidays are also important events for theme parks. They host events such as Easter egg hunts, winter wonderlands, parades, and firework shows.
Take a Walk
Hiking options abound in local, state, and national parks. Some are short, easy hikes to beautiful landscapes, while others are strenuous climbs that will put your stamina to the test. Getting ready for a large walk may also be a fun and healthy family activity. Some parks even have routes designed specifically for those with physical impairments or special needs. Check the park’s website to learn about must-see landscapes, distinctive attractions, trail length and difficulty rating, and whether or not pets are permitted.
Discover More About Nature
You can introduce your children to the wonders of nature and teach them about native plant and animal species that live in different locations. Bring your camera to capture the strange and amazing things you discover.
Have a ball!
Tennis courts and soccer and baseball fields can be found in many community parks. They have leagues for organized sports, but you don’t have to be on a team to enjoy throwing a ball around. An open field is a fantastic spot to practice kicking the soccer ball around or play catch. Bring a ball and you might just find enough interested participants for a pick-up game.
Plan a Picnic
Is it possible to be too young or too elderly for a picnic? Grab a basket and a blanket for a leisurely picnic on a grassy park lawn. Alternatively, pack some solid fare in a backpack and go to the ideal location beside a waterfall or to a peak with an unending vista. Bring extra bread to feed the ducks if you’re going to a park with a lake or pond.
Play with the Dog
Parks are one of the few areas where your canine family member can go for a walk. Some parks welcome pets, while others have gone completely dog-free. Dog parks are enclosed parks with amenities specifically developed for your pet. They typically have grassy stretches for ball and Frisbee play, as well as agility course elements such as ramps, jumps, and tunnels. There are also low-level, dog-friendly water fountains and shady spots for cooling off after a hard day of play. Splash pools, reclining chairs, and separate spaces for large and little dogs are all available at some dog parks.
Marietta, Georgia is blessed with some of Georgia’s best parks. Here’s our list of the best of the best you shouldn’t miss:Â
- Tumlin Park
- Laurel Park
- Whitaker Park
- Terrell Mill Park
- Elizabeth Porter Park & Sprayground
- “Skip” Wells Park
- Wildwood Park
- Victory Park
- A.L. Burruss Nature Park
These amazing parks are located just down the street from our location at 2909 Austell Road SW, Suite 112. Stop by for a visit anytime!