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Bethesda Park
225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville

  Features: There is something exciting for the entire family at Bethesda Park, located in Gwinnett County. Built on more than 150 acres, this park has three playgrounds. The largest playground sits just beyond a large pavilion and is divided by two low stone walls (that make for great seating). The walls separate the toddler play equipment from the older children’s area. Toddlers can enjoy three slides, steering wheels, a wall with manipulative activities, and even a miniature rock-climbing wall. Big brothers and sisters can go wild with a spiral slide, zany bouncing bridge, telescopes and several rock-climbing walls. To add to the fun there are freestanding activities such as rocking animals to ride, an abstract spinning structure, and a pogo stick pole. For those kids who love the wind in their faces, there are plenty of swings with both regular and baby seats.

  Amenities: Bethesda Park has touch-free toilets, sinks and hand dryers. Water fountains and the restrooms are in close vicinity to the playgrounds. Park benches surround each playground. The park is open daily from sunrise to 11 p.m.

  Directions: Bethesda Park is located at 225 Bethesda Church Road. From I-85 North (toward Lawrenceville) take the Pleasant Hill Road exit and go east. From the right lane enter Ronald Reagan Parkway. Take Ronald Reagan Parkway to the Bethesda Church Road exit. Turn right off the exit and follow the signs into the park.

– Neyra Skipper-Davidson

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