It took us way too long to go and fully explore Tenmile Creek Park! We had been to the bridge a couple times and then would turn back. We had never parked over by the VA and actually biked/hiked more of the trails. From the perspective of a parent to little ones, this is such a well thought out park!
I’m including the GoogleMaps, but if you want a more detailed (and up-to-date) map, visit Prickly Pear Land Trust.
Where to begin… I’m just going to bullet point some of my favorite things about this park!
- They have beautiful maps not only at the trailheads, but in the middle of the park, too (in case you want to check your location again and find a new loop).
- There are picnic tables scattered along the trails, so if you need to have a snack earlier or later with your little ones, there are options!
- There is a bathroom in the middle of the park. I loved this because if you are potty training (or even if a couple years past it), sometimes mid-hike poos happen. No hole-digging required here!
- There’s water! And bonus? It’s in the shade with large, beautiful trees all around! My boys could throw rocks into the water for hours, and I know that’s not unique among little ones.
- The trail is well-maintained gravel, so it is perfect for little ones biking (with pedals or the balance bike).
- The trail is flat making it easier for little ones to bike and hike on their own.
- You encounter friendly people and dogs on these trails. 🙂
- Once the trees they have planted grow, it will be even nicer!
Have you been there with your little ones? Or your older kids? Or on your own? Am I missing anything? 🙂
If you want more information about the park, check out Prickly Pear Land Trust.