Parents can hit the jackpot at Watkins Regional Park. It has a large playground with different elements such as bridges, slides, and climbing structures. The playground was renovated in 2015 and now has a few more bells and whistles with its new Wizard of Oz theme. The playground has a musical area and a yellow brick road that guides visitors to the enchanting playground. The Wizard of Oz theme playground also includes an “Emerald City” jungle gym, a Kansas countryside section with farm animals kids can sit on, and “Ruby Red Slipper” slides. The playground is even more appealing because of its proximity to restrooms and other attractions in Watkins including a carousel, miniature train, farm with animals and a nature center.
Camping spots are also available. There are fees for the carousel, train and camping.