Dalhousie Community Centre Playground

Location    map Community: Dalhousie – 53 St and Dalhart Rd NWParking: Free street parking Gordie’s Review (3 years old): “What was the best part of the park?” “The climber. I liked the climber.” Age Range: 2-10.Ground Cover: pea gravel Shade: some shade from mature trees on the east side of the playground.Features: school-aged climber with … Read more

Heritage Park: Trains

1900 Heritage Drive S.W.
My son Gordie loves trains. One day he asked to go to a train museum but Calgary doesn’t really have one. Heritage park is the next best thing inside the city limits. I knew that Heritage Park had things my little train fan would love, but I was surprised with just how much there was.

Marwood Way Playground

Location   map   Community: Marlborough  –  4465 Marwood Way NE.Parking: free street parking Gordie’s Review (2 years old): The slides!Age Range: 2-10Ground Cover: pea gravel.Features: climber with slides and catwalk; 2 seater bouncer; car bouncer; climbing section with spinner; tall spinner; 3 swings (1 baby). Surrounding Park Area: flat grassy area.Shade: There are some large trees … Read more

Cappy Smart School Playground

Location   map   Community: Marlborough Park –  Madigan Dr. and Manora Dr. NE.Parking: free street parkingNote: This is a school playground – you may be asked to leave during school hours. Gordie’s Review (2 years old): A fire truck! Age Range: 5-12Ground Cover: pea gravel. Features: Multiple school-aged climbers with slides, wobbly bridge; artificial rock feature; twisty … Read more