Have you visited Tyger River Park in Spartanburg County? This giant park is home to ball fields, a huge playground, a splash pad, and more. Read on for everything parents need to know about visiting.
You definitely want to make time to check out Spartanburg County Parks’ Tyger River Park at 179 Dillard Road in Duncan. Don’t let appearances deceive you. There’s more to this park than perfectly kept baseball fields. It’s a playground experience for all ages.
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Play Equipment for All Ages at Spartanburg’s Tyger River Park
When you first enter Tyger River Park, you won’t be able to see the playground areas from the road that encircles the enclosure. Look for the tall tower in the center of the grounds. The playgrounds and giant sandbox are located on either side of it. Follow the signs to the Clubhouse and park there. From the parking lot, it’s a short walk to the play areas. Use this handy park map to get a sense of the park’s scale and plan your day.
There is truly play equipment for all ages.
The first playground is geared toward younger children, toddlers to preschool age. There are slides, swings, play horses, and even a cute little house to stoke the imagination. This playground is also within sight of the giant sandbox. Kids can bring their own sand toys or just play around in Duncan’s version of “the beach.”
The location is perfect for smaller children to independently play between the sandbox and the playground. There are benches for adult supervision if you’re lucky enough to get a chance to sit down. The playground includes shaded benches for parents as well.
The second playground is much bigger and caters to children ages 5-12. The many slides are taller and faster than the smaller playground, and the climbing features are more challenging. There are also swings in this area.
The playground has five benches with shade and is covered in astroturf.
Splash Pad at Tyger River Park
The splash pad is open 9 am to 8 pm between Memorial Day and Labor Day. It’s just past the playground area (opposite the direction of the Clubhouse), and kids can easily go to the splash pad to cool off and then back to the playground. Double bonus: the splash pad is fenced in.
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Clean Bathrooms
The public bathrooms are on the side of the Clubhouse building. They’re clean and well-stocked with soap, paper towels, and air dryers. As parents, you can never underestimate the awesomeness of a park restroom that doesn’t make you cringe
Considerations for Tyger River Park
Bring sunscreen and water
The playground has benches with shade, and the shade screen above the sandbox provides some relief from the sun, but the playgrounds have no shade. It’s important to bring sunscreen and water, especially in the hot days of summer. On warmer days, it’s definitely best to arrive early in the morning or in the late afternoon/early evening, or spend the hotter parts of the day at the splash pad.
Supervision may be challenging for children of different ages.
Tyger River is a big park, and the playgrounds are on opposite sides of the tower. This can make it hard to watch kids of different age groups. Plan on negotiating how much time you will spend at each playground, or bring a second adult for help with supervision.
Our review
With proper planning, Tyger River Park is a must-visit. With so much to do, the kids will be occupied for hours. Don’t forget to pack snacks and water, or bring along a lunch to eat at the nearby picnic tables.
179 Dillard Road, Duncan, SC
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