The Rail Yard is a community multi-use green space that includes 7 acres of fun with walking and biking trails, the Panthers Play 60 obstacle playground, an outdoor shelter, a mountain bike park, and an outdoor gym. And guess what? There's even more to explore!
Mary Black Rail Trail
This Rail Yard park sits right on the Mary Black Rail Trail, an urban 2-mile paved and flat path that's easy to navigate, with plenty of shade to keep you cool. It connects right to downtown Spartanburg, so you can easily make a day of it by walking the trail from the park and exploring the city! It's perfect for walks, runs, and outdoor workouts. Even though it's one of the most popular outdoor spots around, it usually doesn't get too crowded.
The Rail Yard has become increasingly popular thanks to its unique fitness stations, the Play 60 Obstacle Course and a bike park for some two-wheeled fun. It also has an amphitheater, a dog park, a tree tunnel with misting arches, and plenty of places to grab a bite and green spaces to work those wiggles out.
There are also plenty of larger-than-life art installations, which make for a fun photo opp.
Obstacle Course Playground: NFL Play 60
You can climb, leap, run, and swing through this first for South Carolina: the Panthers Play 60 obstacle course. This outdoor gym is an excellent way to encourage physical activity, teamwork, and confidence-building.
This play area is perfect for little daredevils.
While all play structures are geared toward bigger kids, the grass-like surface of the playground is perfect for small children to crawl around, allowing them to also join in on the fun with their older siblings.
However, the playground is in the open sun, so the equipment can get pretty hot in the summer. Try to avoid visiting the play area when the sun is strongest. And be sure to bring your sunscreen and plenty of water!
The Rail Trail
The park is located along a paved urban Rail Trail that is now connected to Spartanburg’s downtown through its newest extension - the Hub City Hopper trail - providing more reasons to get out and enjoy the outdoors.
The Mary Black Rail Trail and the Rail Yard are a perfect destination for the whole family! You'll love strolling along the trail and exploring the Rail Yard, a vibrant hub of art, play, and entertainment.
The Rail Yard:
Where: 353 Forest Ave, Spartanburg, SC 29302
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