A place for kids to play, build, and explore in nature.
Our accessible and unique play space encourages children to connect with the natural world by building nests with sticks, creating forts, scrambling up and down a hillside, exploring a simulated stream, and much more!
General Info
Hours: Sunrise to Sunset daily
FREE Admission: $3 per person suggested donation
Conestee Nature Preserve is owned and operated by a nonprofit. Donations go directly to the Preserve and its programs.
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Join Friends of the Playscape! You'll cover your admission donation for the year, enjoy great perks, and support CNP!
Location & Parking
The Nature Playscape is located at our Lake Entrance (B on our map) located at 840 Mauldin Rd. Use these maps find your way there:
Activities & Events
Story Time with Cee
Gather around the storyteller chair every Tuesday to listen to a story read by Cee.
Guidelines for Visiting
Supervision required.
Use features as intended.
Play safe – in age appropriate areas.
Eat only in designated areas (picnic tables and benches). No glassware or alcoholic beverages.
No smoking.
No pets.
No bikes or skateboards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Nature Playscape open to school groups?
At this time, groups of more than 10 are not permitted.
Q: Is there a restroom nearby?
There are no restroom facilities at the Nature Playscape. The nearest restrooms are located a short walk away in the center building of the adjacent baseball complex. You can use this map for reference.
Q: What should my kids wear?
Getting dirty is part of the fun! So, dress accordingly. We encourage kids to wear clothes that can get wet and muddy. But please, no swimsuits. Bring a towel and a change of clothes.
Q: Is the Nature Playscape intended for any particular age?
The Nature Playscape is for kids 12-and-under. The Knee-High Nook area within the Playscape is specifically designed to provide toddlers with a safe place to play.
Q: Is the Nature Playscape ADA-accessible?
Pathways through the upper portion of the Nature Playscape are wheelchair accessible, but not all features can be navigated by wheelchair. Unfortunately, due to fluctuations in terrain, the lower portion of the Playscape cannot be accessed by wheelchair.
Q: Can I picnic at the Nature Playscape?
Yes, but please only eat and drink at the picnic tables and benches. No glassware or alcoholic beverages.
Other Questions?
Why a nature playscape and not a playground?
Children’s connection to the natural world is essential for their healthy growth and well-
being, but it’s also under threat. On average, a child spends 7 minutes a day outside and
over 7 hours on a screen.
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Our Nature Playscape is thoughtfully designed to combat this nature deficit by providing children with an accessible, natural place to explore.​
Nature play provides countless benefits, including:
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Physical activity
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Promotes creativity and imagination
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Builds confidence and increases agency
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Teaches risk-management skills
Support the Nature Playscape
We're replacing screen time with time outdoors. Help us do it.
Gifts, big and small, will make a significant impact on our capacity to positively impact the community through the nature playscape. With a gift over $500, you have the option to be recognized on our unique donor wall.
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