Inclusive playgrounds are becoming more popular for a lot of good reasons. The playground safety level is as good, if not better on a lot of these newer playgrounds. Here we briefly highlight five worth checking out.
Oakledge – Burlington, VT
Never go down the slide alone again, as this playground features a family-friendly slide wide enough for the whole crew!
The park also happens to be Vermont’s first fully inclusive playground, offering ramps, and attractions for all ages and abilities.
Boundless Park – Rochester, MN
Ever seen a slide big enough for a wheelchair to slide down? You will at Boundless Park.
The Beaver House is an attraction all kids will love to set their sights on as well.
Holding Park – Wake Forest, NC
Built from the ground up as an inclusive park, visitors will find handicap-accessible swings, slides, and many other fun play structures.
The park features a Brava Universal Swing, allowing all to experience the feeling of swinging.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qc1R-hde-bs
Brendan’s Playground – O’Fallon, MO
Colorful, cartoonish animal features, and giant mushrooms – what else can a child ask for? Brendan’s playground is full of fun inclusive play features, including a large swing, roller slide, and musical instruments.
Going on a hot day? Cool off at the adjacent splash pad.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dI9jBPzgI2M
Center for Individuals with Physical Challenges Playground – Tulsa, OK
With ramps galore, adaptive flooring, and accessibility for powerchairs, wheelchairs, and those on crutches, the playground is the first of its kind in Tulsa.
Looking for a thrill? Check out the wheelchair-accessible aero glider, which rocks in a motion similar to those on a swing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cs4VOsPSMMY