8 playgrounds around Fort Mill your kids will love
Listed in alphabetical order. Originally posted January 2021. Updated April 2022.
9374 Founders St., Fort Mill
This hidden gem of a park is tucked away beneath a tree canopy in Baxter Village - yay for shade! I accidentally stumbled upon it while walking the nature trails so it's easy to miss. You'll find swings, slides, climbing features, plus some adult exercise equipment.
No restrooms.
1905 N. Dobys Bridge Rd., Fort Mill
Located near Dobys Bridge Road neighborhoods between Putnam Lane and Fort Mill Pkwy, this 14-acre park offers two playgrounds nestled within three baseball fields. We love that it also has plenty of picnic tables under a shaded pavilion.
Restrooms are available.
465 Harris St., Fort Mill
This 10-acre park with a lit baseball field and basketball court also has a playground including slides, swings, see-saws, a merry-go-round, and sandbox. There are grills as well as a gazebo with a large picnic table, and a shaded area with two smaller picnic tables. A paved bike trail runs from here to Walter Y. Elisha Park. Restrooms are available.
104 Spratt St., Fort Mill
Overlooking Main Street Fort Mill, it's the perfect spot to play and view the trains passing through town. The playground has swings and slides, and you'll also find a walking trail, a couple of picnic tables, and three bench swings to relax on as you overlook downtown. This park is a short walk to local dining establishments such as Improper Pig, Hobo's, Towne Tavern, and Z Bakery.
No restrooms.
1307 Riverwalk Parkway, Rock Hill
Too close to Fort Mill not to mention. This fenced in playground is located in the Riverwalk neighborhood across from the BMX track. It has equipment for all ages (even a toddler playground) for kids to ride, slide, or climb, musical equipment, and a one-of-a-kind zip line. The only drawback is that there isn't any shade.
No restrooms.
600 Steele St., Fort Mill
This is a 5-acre park located in the Steele Street neighborhood. In addition to the playground it also has a lit basketball court, picnic tables (including one large table under shelter), a grill, and a splash pad (open from Memorial Day to the second week of September)!
Restrooms are available.
7714 Tega Cay Dr., Tega Cay
This bright, all-inclusive playground, is safe and accessible for anyone regardless of their abilities. It has a fence, ramps and a poured rubber surface all around (no mulch!) and offers additional activities such as a sensory garden. It has several shade canopies and picnic ares. Learn more about this park.
Restrooms are available.
345 N White St., Fort Mill
This 12-acre park (that is home to the SC Strawberry Festival) offers a walking trail that extends through peach orchards down to the Peach Stand and boasts multiple playgrounds for different age groups. There are eight arbor swings throughout the park and a ton of green space for playing frisbee or ball or setting up a picnic.
Restrooms are available.
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