Bridging The Gap Community Playground
Midtown, behind Columbus Public Library, Columbus, GA
Fenced Columbus playground behind the public library with ramps, big climbing features, slides, and an inclusive layout that works well for mixed-ability play.
Know Before You Go
- Bring
- Water
- Bring
- Sun protection
- Bring
- Closed-toe shoes for climbing-focused play
What to Expect
Play profile
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Parking
- Limited shade
- Visit type
- Active destination stop rather than a minimal quick play pocket park.
Read more about this location
Bridging The Gap Community Playground is one of Columbus's clearest fit-for-purpose accessible playgrounds, with a fully fenced layout and a feature mix that goes beyond a standard neighborhood park. Local family coverage highlights ramps for easier access to slides and other play components, while the site is also known for its giant dinosaur skeleton, rope-climbing web, rock wall, and varied slides. Because it sits behind the Columbus Public Library, it works especially well for pairing outdoor play with an indoor cool-down or library stop. Families wanting a more adventurous outdoor visit with some accessibility support should put this one high on the list.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Entry | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Known Features
Fenced playground
Known Features
Ramps for easier access to slides and other features
Known Features
Mixed play styles including climbing and slides
Considerations
Adventure-oriented equipment may still feel intense for some children.
Considerations
Official public documentation reviewed does not clearly publish full surfacing and transfer-system specs.
Mobility features
Ramped access
Mobility features
Ground-level play
Safety and comfort
Perimeter fence
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
1700 Midtown Dr
Columbus, GA, 31906
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Sources & Updates
1 public source on record · Last checked Apr 11, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 11, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 1 public source
Public sources
- Google knowledge panelgoogle.com
Search result knowledge panel listed the playground in Columbus with daily 9 AM-5 PM hours.
Checked: name, address, hours
- Family and Kids GA local guidefamilyandkidsga.com
Local guide describes the playground behind Columbus Public Library with dinosaur skeleton, rope web, slides, and ramps for accessibility.
Checked: fenced layout, ramps, library-adjacent context, feature highlights
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created initial research-backed listing from local guide and search-result verification.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.