Playground, Beach and Splash Pad at Easter Lake Park in Des Moines, Iowa

 

The new North Shore Recreation Area at Easter Lake Park is fantastic.  The area includes a playground, splash pad and swimming beach.  Be sure to check the water quality before swimming.  Boat rentals are available weekdays 12 pm - 8 pm and weekends 10 am - 8 pm.   

Easter Lake Park also has two other playgrounds at Shelter #1 and Shelter #5, a 4.1 mile paved loop bike trail and a covered bridge.

Play Structure: Ages 2-12 

Surface: rubber (hot with bare feet)

Swings: none

Restrooms: modern family restrooms

Parking: parking lot