Summer is HERE! Why not get outside and soak up some natural vitamin D? Even better, plan a romantic lunch with your sweetheart, gather the kids for some family time, or text your bestie to meet you for an old school get together!
Picnic Essentials
- Vinyl Picnic Table + Bench Covers
- Wooden Foldable Picnic Table w/ Wine Glass Holders
- Fit & Fresh XL Cool Coolers Ice Packs
- Reusable Utensils
- Huge Waterproof, Sandproof Blanket w/ Stakes
- Mesh Food Covers
- Collapsable Picnic Tub w/ Handles
- Zap It! Rechargeable Bug Zapper
- Insulated Wine Tote
- Foldable Picnic Mat
- Classic Gingham Lined Picnic Basket
- Insulated Picnic Cooler Bag
- Insulated Can + Food Collapsable Cooler Bag
- Mosquito Repellant Bands
- Cooler Backpack
- Cute Women’s Sunnies
- Hawaiian Tropic Sunscreen
- Paper Plates & Utensils
- 5-Piece Bottle & Jar Opener Kit
- Hammock
Here’s how to quickly find the best local picnic spots:
Simple Searches
Use Google Maps! Just search “picnic areas near me” or “[your town] public parks.” Amp that up by using filters to check ratings, photos and user reviews!
Apps & Websites
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AllTrails: For parks, trails, and picnic-friendly spots
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Yelp: Find picnic areas with photos and honest reviews
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Recreation.gov: Great for national/state park picnic areas
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The Outbound Collective: Scenic or hidden gem spots
Local Parks & Rec
Visit your town or county’s Parks & Rec website, and search for park directories, picnic shelter rentals, and maps. Some towns even offer downloadable park guides, so check for those!
Get Online
Post in your local or neighborhood Facebook groups. You can also go to Nextdoor or Reddit (r/YourTown) and ask locals for their advice on family-friendly, quiet, shady or scenic places!
The perfect picnic spot includes:
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Shade & trees
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Bathrooms
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Trash cans
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Nearby water (lake, creek, fountain)
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Picnic tables & grills
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Easy parking or walking paths
Pack your snacks, grab a blanket, and explore a new favorite picnic spot close to home! Have more tips? Share in the comments!
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