Location: 14229 Dennis Lane, Farmers Branch. Follow the stroller-friendly walking trail around the baseball field and across the creek’s pedestrian bridge to find the playground equipment, or park in the neighboring complex.
What makes it noteworthy: The dinosaur-themed playground is larger than most playgrounds and offers a variety of swings, slides, monkey bars and tunnels to keep kids busy. It also boasts three different age-specific play areas.
Extras: Tree-shaped picnic tables are the ideal height for mini park patrons and help encourage kids to take a break from playing for snack time. Don’t forget to pack a basketball for a pickup game on the park’s nearby court.
Safety: Jaycee Park scored an A* on the Safety Report Card, but keep an eye on curious kids who may wander toward the park’s creek, which has steep embankments.
Plus
+ Water fountains
+ Awnings over all equipment
Minus
– Limited and hard-to-find parking
– Restrooms are only open when baseball fields are in use.
Overall grade: 5/5 stars
*Based on the National Program for Playground Safety’s Report Card at playgroundsafety.org
This review was distributed to the City of Farmers Branch Parks and Recreation Department for further review and/or action.
Updated April 2015
