If you want to surprise your kids with a neighborhood park experience that has a “secret” twist, look no further than Winter Park!

Nestled in northwest Albertville, Winter Park boasts trails, athletic fields, and not one but TWO playgrounds. This park is also home to Albertville’s only public, fenced-in dog park.

We like to call the park’s second playground the “secret” playground because you have to take a hidden trail through the woods in order to access it from the main park. Look for the trail entrance near the ballfield’s home plate. Then it’s just a 5- to 10-minute walk through the woods—or more if you have little ones who like to meander and explore!

The playset at the “secret” west side of park is almost as big as the main park, and (pro tip) this is where you’ll find the infant and adaptive swings. If you want quicker access or need to skip the walk through the woods, this half of the park can also be accessed at the intersection of Karston Ave and 63rd Street.

Winter Park
Location: Northwest Albertville (beyond Kremer’s Toy & Hobby) | 10381 64th Street NE  (map)
Features: Playgrounds, baseball field, basketball court, soccer field, paved trail, wood chip trail, fenced dog park
Playground Turf: Wood chips
Picnic Area: Gazebo adjacent to playground and athletic fields
Recommended age range: 3–10
Restrooms: Portable
Parking: Paved lot
Trails: Paved trails surrounding playground and athletic fields, natural trail through wooded area, boardwalk