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VOTE: What is the best playground in Atlanta?

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By Jen West
Aug 13, 2018

Atlanta’s kids have it made in the shade.

This week’s Best of Atlanta poll wants to know the premier playground where your kids let all of their extra energy out.

No matter what county you're in, there is a playground fit for the ultimate climber, swinger and sandbox sensei. (Check out these awesome playgrounds in Cobb, DeKalb, Gwinnett and more. )

Explore»RELATED: 6 ways to enjoy the outdoors with your kids this summer

Once you're done soaking up the sun, several Atlanta spots even offer us adults a little recharging of our own. Here are six of the most kid-friendly breweries near Atlanta.

For the ultimate playground for everyone, Atlanta families can venture out a bit to the glorious Georgia Mountains for some meaningful family fun.

If you'd like to submit a write-in nominee for best playground, please email your pick to stephanie.toone@ajc.com.

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