6 Treat-and-Play Outings for South Sound-Area Kids and Families

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Ice cream tastes better at the park. Photo: iStock
Enumclaw
Ready for a sweet treat with a view of the mountain? Head to Dwight Garrett Park with a scoop of ice cream or shave ice in hand, and you’ll have a magical afternoon.
Sweet Necessities
Location: 1215 Griffin Ave., Enumclaw
Kids will love the gourmet ice cream here, whether they opt for traditional, kid-friendly flavors such as chocolate or branch out and try huckleberry. This shop also sells candy and other treats.
Sasquatch Shave Ice
Location: 1157 Griffin Ave., Enumclaw
More than 20 flavors of shave ice await at this laid-back shop. Opt for a single flavor like passion fruit or cherry, or try one of the shop’s signature combinations. Top it off with sweetened condensed milk, popping candy, marshmallow fluff or sprinkles.
Dwight Garrett Park
Location: 2222 Porter St., Enumclaw
Dwight Garrett Park offers a play structure, skate park, tennis courts, pickleball courts, greenspace and a basketball court. While the kids play, parents can enjoy the view of Mount Rainier.