Looking for the best playgrounds in Milwaukee?
We’ve rounded up top spots for kids and families, including unique play areas, inclusive playgrounds, and scenic parks.
Whether you’re exploring downtown or venturing to nearby communities, find the perfect spot for a day of fun and adventure.
Playgrounds are a great way for younger kids to develop gross motor skills and for older kids to get exercise. But falls, bumps and scrapes can happen.
It’s a good idea to keep a basic first aid kit in your car, bag or stroller for when accidents occur…
For more health and safety tips from Children’s Wisconsin, visit childrenswi.org/AtEveryTurn.
For more health and safety tips from Children’s Wisconsin, visit
childrenswi.org/AtEveryTurn.
Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
Calie is also a recognized voice in local media, contributing to WISN Channel 12 News, WTMJ Wisconsin Morning News, Fox 6’s Real Milwaukee, and B93.3.
Discover more about Calie’s journey and editorial approach on her About Page and Editorial Policy Page.
