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Alice’s Garden is a two-acre urban garden that is committed to wellness and community, and it sits on land that used to be a part of the Underground Railroad. They offer family events like yoga classes and movie nights, and you can drop by with your children and take a walk in the labyrinth.

Boerner Botanical Gardens is a stunning natural oasis nestled in the heart of Whitnall Park in Hales Corners, Wisconsin, just a 15 minute drive from downtown Milwaukee. With the addition of Margie’s Children’s Garden, there’s never been a better time to visit with kids. Dive into the details >>

The thoughtful design of Davidson Park includes everything from playgrounds and performance spaces to a beer garden and contemplative areas, making it a perfect destination for families. Discover all the details >>

Just a short 30-minute drive from Milwaukee is a beautiful nature center with a renovated nature space just for kids. The new Discovery Trail at Retzer Nature Center includes a variety of “Exploration Stations” for outdoor education, sensory-based play experiences, and STEM activities for families and school groups. Plus, there's a planetarium and free nature center on site! Discover all the details >>

Perched along the Fox River, Frame Park in Waukesha offers a delightful blend of outdoor adventure, family fun, and natural beauty. With a recently revamped playground and an array of activities for all ages, it’s a wonderful spot for families to spend the day. Don't miss the formal gardens! Discover all the details >>

Hart Park along the Menomonee River in Wauwatosa has it all - a nature-themed playground, a skate park, public track, soccer field, and more! Discover all the details >>

Havenwoods State Forest is Wisconsin's only urban state forest, featuring 237 acres of grasslands, woods and wetlands in the city of Milwaukee. There's a nature center with animals and many trails to hike, bike, and more! Discover all the details >>

Nestled just a short drive from the bustling streets of Milwaukee, Holy Hill stands as a serene escape, drawing over half a million visitors annually from corners farand wide. You can climb the observation tower or hike around the stunning grounds. Discover all the details >>

Truly beautiful in any season, the paved winding paths of historic Lake Park offers gorgeous lake vistas, rocky ravines and waterfalls, impressive statues, and the charming North Point Lighthouse. It’s home to an awesome playground, too!

Lakeshore State Park is a 22-acre urban oasis located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, adjacent to the Henry W. Maier Festival Grounds and Discovery World at Pier Wisconsin. Discover all the Details >>

The Lapham Peak Observation Tower is a great starting or ending point for a variety of hiking options in this beautiful state park. You can get an incredible view of lake country, visit the butterfly garden, Hausmann Nature Center, and more! Discovery all the details >>

This nature preserve in Grafton is home to one of the last remaining stretches of undeveloped bluff land along the Lake Michigan shoreline. The views are stunning! Caution! Be very careful on the trails because the cliffs and bluffs are very steep. It’s best to put babies and toddlers in a carrier.

The 40-acre Lynden Sculpture Garden is a sprawling property that provides a whimsical yet peaceful experience of art in nature. The grounds of Lynden Sculpture Garden are currently open for walking at no charge. Dive into the details >>

This enchanted floral children's garden features an Alphabet Garden, a Numbers Garden, sound makers, playhouses, slides, a giant caterpillar and birds nest to play on, a “Flower Shop” (Sponsored by MKE With Kids!) a small stage and seating area, and more. Dive into the details >>

The fun begins at Marty's Playspace as soon as you pass through the custom wooden door structure. Once inside, your little explorers will be greeted with a variety of nature-inspired play elements. Discover all the details >>

Just a short drive from downtown Milwaukee, Schlitz Audubon is a magnificent nature center along the shores of Lake Michigan is teeming with wildlife, miles of trails, and kid-friendly hikes. People of all ages will appreciate this local gem. Climb the observation tower, find turtles at Mystery Lake, collect sea glass at Lake Michigan, and more! Discover all the details >>

“Enter this wild wood and view the haunts of nature.” This message, written on a sign atop a covered bridge, welcomes you to the Seven Bridges Trail in Grant Park. So it’s no wonder that there are rumors the trail is haunted. But if you head there during the day, there’s nothing spooky about it. The trail runs along a babbling creek, through an enchanted-seeming forest, and leads all the way down to Lake Michigan, where you’ll find a beautiful beach. Discover all the details >>

This living museum is the world’s only conoidal glass house, where it’s warm, sunny, and full of life all year round. The Domes – each soaring 7 stories high – are uniquely shaped to catch the sun just right, making sure all the leafy friends and animals inside get the light and warmth they need. Dive into the details >>

This “green” environmental community center was once a vacant tavern at 37th and Pierce. Designed by Uihlein Wilson Architects, the branch serves 22 southside schools. It serves as a model of "green" building options. There's an indoor slide, nearby hiking in Three Bridges Park, and more!

The Urban Ecology Center at Riverside Park is an absolute gem amid its urban surroundings. You can spend an entire day here with your children exploring the building and the surrounding park. There's even a secret slide! Discover all the details >>

Currently being re-built! (temporary location: Washington Park Pool House)

Wehr Nature Center offers plenty of opportunities to explore and learn about nature, including a waterfall, nature center, and more. It’s set along the glittering shores of Mallard Lake, and offers family-friendly hikes for kids of all ages. Dive into the details >>