Waterfall Junction
Waterfall Junction is a fun place that is part of the Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens.
Here kids can learn about growing edibles in the garden.
They can learn how to identify animal tracks in the cement impressions on the walkways.
They can play in the sandboxes under awesome Terradactyl canopies.
Various areas are a splash park. Since we were here on a cool November day, this was not happening.
A pond shows aquatic wildlife.
There is a tadpole city in there.
There is an ongoing rabbit theme when you keep your eyes open.
There are tunnels and rabbit holes in the park.
There is a darling fairy garden.
I think the best part of all is the tree house section.
It starts out under the sun and leads into the woods.
This dragon topiary is quite a piece but the way the sun was hitting it, my photos did not come out great.
It looks like no one else was here by these photos but the place was alive with families. There is a large green space in the center with hula hoops, blocks and more that were being played with.
This is an amazing place to take the kids for the day considering the gardens and the zoo are here too!
If you go, located on the Riverbanks Botanical Garden side.
1300 Botanical Pkwy
West Columbia, SC 29169
Open Daily
Thank you for stopping by! ~Val
Obviously a wonderful area for children, Val, and I think that perhaps you found your inner child on this visit to the zoo! Congratulations. I always think it would be a grave sin for us all to grow up. I shall resist all tendencies to do so!
ReplyDeleteIt is so important to be in touch with your inner child. This past year I have been reading a lot of classics, including those geared toward the younger reader. There is nothing like that innocent fun!
Deleteyes, fun place to visit
ReplyDeleteThank you Tanza!
DeleteAmazing place :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Iwona!
DeleteLovely garden with sandbox, fairy garden, and tree house :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Evi. Isn't it all adorable?
DeleteA great learning opportunity but also a really delightful spot for adults!
ReplyDeleteIt really is!
DeleteThis looks like such a nice place for kids. It reminds me a little of a place in Seattle where we took the grandkids last year. By the way - Where is Val...in the photo. I'm looking but I don't see her.
ReplyDeletePlaces like this are so fun! I neglected to model for the camera here. :)
Deletewell yes you did - ... and for the most recent post, lol ...I keep looking.
DeleteWhat a fantastic place! I wish that there were more parks here with the idea of involving children in nature, because it looks as if that is the theme of it.
ReplyDeleteI totally agree! It is so important, more so today than ever.
DeleteWhat a great place! Something for everyone!
ReplyDeleteThere really is!
DeleteIt looks like enjoyed Waterfall Junction!
ReplyDeleteWe did! Such a cute place.
DeleteCool outside pics♥
ReplyDeleteThank you Kinga!
DeleteThis looks such a great place to visit and something for all ages, which is brilliant!
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
It really is! Thank you Jan!
DeleteHey, so glad you turned comments back on! This looks like a great place to visit. I am sure kids have great fun there.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lisa!
Deletehow cute is that green dragon. I'm sure any kid would love it there.
ReplyDeleteIf I would little, I would want to come here every weekend!
DeleteSuch a cool place! I would be there everyday! LOL!
ReplyDeleteIt is a perfect place for channeling your inner child!
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