Families love the number of options at Summer Shade to enjoy together below is a list of some we have done multiple times and think your family with enjoy too!
Emerald Isle Woods Park - Just off Coast Guard Rd - Hiking Trails, Pier with water access. Checkout information on this park and many other parks and water access here
Senator Jean Preston Memorial Park - The newer boat ramp to the west of the house has a playground with a dedicated parking lot (do not park in the boat / trailer spots). You can also fish off the boat ramp pier as well.
Town of Atlantic Beach Park - Playground, splash pad, and mini golf. To the East across from Bojangles in Atlantic Beach.
The Salty Pirate Water Park is a small water park great for younger kids. To the West near Emerald Plantation. Great fun for the family with slides and pools of various sizes for all ages.
There are several options for mini golf and go karts, here are a couple recommendations.
Lost Treasure Golf & Raceway - Closest Go Carts, Mini Golf, and Bumper Boats. To the East in Salter Path. A fun spot for the family on the sound!
Mac Daddy’s and the Golfin' Dolphin are Further away than Lost Treasure and back on the mainland, however it's a huge fun park with Go Karts, Mini Golf, arcade, and Sky Trail!
Need something to get out on a rainy day?
There are two Movie theaters on the Island
One next to Emerald Plantation to the West
Another in Atlantic beach next to Food Lion/Bojangles.
Battle Works - Laser Tag, Axe Throwing, and more. Great fun inside away from the heat. It's located in Atlantic Beach in the same shopping center as the movie theater!