Hello, New Year! For many of us, the holidays have meant cooking, cleaning, and hosting. While spending time with loved ones is worthwhile, a little relaxation goes a long way! You can decompress from the holiday stress—or any time of year—at Auburn’s Kiesel Park. Or, if you want to spend even more time with those you care about, you can bring them along for a little jaunt in the great outdoors. Here’s all you need to know about visiting this fantastic Auburn favorite!
What is Kiesel Park?
Kiesel Park is a place for locals to soak in the sun and step out into nature. It’s 124 acres of fun, all year long! Humans and pups alike will all be thrilled to make a fun visit to this wonderful park. Visitors can look forward to amazing features like:
- A dog park;
- A 2.25-mile-long walking trail;
- Paths for biking, running, and walking;
- A garden;
- The Nunn-Winston House;
- Events hosted on-site;
- Bathrooms and water fountains;
- A pond;
- Playgrounds;
- A pavilion; and
- A picnic area.
Whether you want a picnic, some time on the playground, or a place to exercise, Kiesel Park is a great place to go all year round.
Visiting Details
Ready to pay a visit to Kiesel Park? It’s free and open to the public! Its hours run from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Finally, it’s located at 520 Chadwick Lane!
Summary
Exploring nature, taking the dogs to the park, and going for a run—no matter what season it is, there’s always something to do at Kiesel Park. Consider adding a visit to this local treasure in the new year. And if you’re a bit too busy—don’t worry! Kiesel Park will always be there for you to visit when you finally get some spare time.
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