by L.S. Watts

Created on: March 09, 2009   Last Updated: March 10, 2009

These days, we are all on a tight budget, but you don't have to keep the kids confined to home to have fun. Huntsville, Alabama abounds with activities for children that won't cost the parents a dime. You just have to know where to look.

KIDS' SPACE

Kids' Space is a large playground for children. Your child will find swings, slides, tires, a sandbox, and so much more. We you first look at the equipment you think of a giant tree house, except it is all on the ground. Parents can bring their kids to play for hours. Parents can also meet up with other parents to have adult conversations while their kids play safely. You can even bring a picnic because this playground comes with a pavilion and other picnic tables. For safety, Kids' Space is completely fenced in. There is one way in and one way out. You will also find a soda pop machine next to the restrooms, so if you don't bring your own drinks you don't have to leave if you or your child is thirsty. Kids' Space is located at 2010 Airport Road.

MONTE SANO STATE PARK

http://www.alapark.com/montesano

Monte Sano State Park has wonderfully updated playground. Your children can play for hours. There are several picnic tables as well as a large pavilion with fireplaces and a smaller one by the lookout. You can bring an already prepared picnic or even consider bringing food to grill since there are several grills available for use. Monte Sano isn't just for picnics and playgrounds. There are several different trails your family can walk. So clear the day for family because it is so beautiful atop Monte Sano that you will get lost in good times at Monte Sano State Park. Monte Sano State Park is located at 5105 Nolen Ave SE and is a part of Alabama State Parks.

MADISON COUNTY NATURE TRAIL

http://www.co.madison.al.us/services/naturetrai l.shtml

Atop Green Mountain at 5000 Nature Trail Road you will find a hidden treasure. There is a trail that your whole family can learn from. You will find trees that are identified, a small chapel, a log home, a covered bridge and so much more. It is great to pack a picnic and visit this park to feed the ducks. Although there aren't any playgrounds here, kids love to interact with the wildlife. There is even a dock that you could sit in the quietness with your family watching ducks and feeling the breeze in the air.

BIG SPRING PARK

Big Spring Park is located in the heart of Huntsville across from the Von Braun Center (VBC). Children and adults alike enjoy visiting to feed the ducks and the fish.

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