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Small Garden City neighborhood park with a large playground and explicitly published ADA access.
Source reviewed: 2 public sources · Checked Apr 11, 2026
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Bob Halloran Community Park
Garden City, KS
New destination-style inclusive playground in Garden City with an ADA ramped route to the main structure, inclusive spinner play, swings, hill play, and mixed modern surfacing.
Quick facts
Price
Free public park.
Parking
On-site or adjacent park parking is typically expected at a municipal community park, but exact lot details were not clearly published in the sources reviewed.
Profile
Strong profile coverage
Source reviewed
2 public sources · Checked Apr 11, 2026.
Editorial Review
Why included
Inclusive Play Atlas includes this accessible playground because it has enough public information to compare fit, logistics, and source context.
What we verified
- official park name
- address
- open status
- ADA ramp
What remains unknown
- Current operating hours or season
Profile updated August 3, 2026; source check April 11, 2026. Confirm current park hours, construction closures, restroom availability, and the specific accessibility features your family needs before making a special trip.
Plan This Visit
Price
Free public park.
Parking
On-site or adjacent park parking is typically expected at a municipal community park, but exact lot details were not clearly published in the sources reviewed.
Profile
Strong profile coverage
Atlas Perspective
Editor's Take
This is the region's strongest destination-style inclusive playground match: newer equipment, a true ramped access route, and enough variety to justify a special trip.
At a Glance
Venue type
Destination playground
Age groups
ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages
Mobility features
Ramped accessInclusive spinnerAdaptive swingsGround-level play
Sensory and communication features
Vestibular playVisual playTactile play
Family amenities
Parking
Surface type
Mixed surfaces
Shade level
Limited shade
Accessibility supports
Accessible routesSmooth paths
Operator type
Municipal
Visit options
Free entryParking on site
Toddler-friendly
Yes
Verified only
Yes
Plan Your Visit
EntryPublic outdoor park.
ParkingOn-site or adjacent park parking is typically expected at a municipal community park, but exact lot details were not clearly published in the sources reviewed.
WeatherOutdoor site with sun and wind exposure typical of southwest Kansas.
SurfacingMix of pour-in-place rubber surfacing and synthetic turf.
Visit StyleWorks best as a dedicated playground stop rather than a quick five-minute break.
What To Bring
WaterSun protectionMobility aids as neededExtra clothes if your child likes hill and turf play
Pricing Snapshot
SummaryFree public park.
AdmissionFree entry.
Bob Halloran Community Park is one of the clearest inclusive-play fits in Southwest Kansas based on published feature details from the playground builder and the city's own parks directory. The playground was finished in late 2024 and officially opened as an active city park, with a sidewalk-connected ADA ramp leading up to the main play structure, an inclusive merry-go-round carousel, a ball spinner, swings, a turf hill with climbing elements, and an embankment slide. Families looking for a higher-interest outdoor stop with broad movement options and modern surfacing will likely find this one stronger than a basic neighborhood play lot. It is best suited for mixed-age outings and children who benefit from both ground-level access and bigger destination-style equipment.
Accessibility & Comfort
These details reflect published sources and dated reports, not an ADA inspection. Confirm the specific supports and barriers that matter for your visit.
Considerations
Published materials support accessible route access, but not every transfer point or deck measurement was publicly listed.Hill-based elements add fun and visual interest, though some families may want to preview layout and slope conditions in person.
Notable Features
ADA ramp connected from the sidewalk to the main structureInclusive merry-go-round carouselBall spinnerSwingsMixed surfacing with pour-in-place and synthetic turf
Accessible routesSmooth paths
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Source & Verification
Last updated
August 3, 2026
Verification summary
Last source review: April 11, 2026
Checked against 2 public sources.
This profile summarizes published information and dated reports. It is not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Reviewed as
Municipal source review
What Changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from Garden City official facilities directory and published playground project details.
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