Brooklyn's Playground at O.K. Ward Park
O.K. Ward Park, Pocatello, ID
Large destination-style inclusive playground in Pocatello with ramps, poured-in-place surfacing, sensory play elements, restrooms, picnic amenities, and a seasonal splash pad nearby.
Editorial notes
What stands out
If you want the best-documented inclusive public playground in the Pocatello Area, this is the one to start with.
Know Before You Go
- Bring
- Water and sun protection
- Bring
- A towel and change of clothes if visiting during splash-pad season
- Bring
- Mobility aids or adaptive gear your child already uses
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Shade
- Seating
- Picnic tables
- Restrooms nearby
- Parking
- Accessible parking
- Visit type
- Destination outing.
Read more about this location
Brooklyn's Playground at O.K. Ward Park is the strongest clearly documented inclusive playground in the Pocatello Area. Official project materials describe it as a fully inclusive, shoulder-to-shoulder accessible playground designed for children of all abilities, with poured-in-place rubber surfacing, ramp access to elevated play, transfer points, sensory panels, accessible music areas, interactive elements, and cooperative play features. Families also get practical park amenities including accessible restrooms, picnic tables, a covered pavilion, accessible parking, and a seasonal splash pad at the same park. This is a strong fit for mixed-age outings, sibling visits, and families who want a public playground with more intentional accessibility than a standard neighborhood park.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free entry |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
Official project materials describe Brooklyn's Playground as fully inclusive and shoulder-to-shoulder accessible.
Known Features
Poured-in-place rubber surfacing
Known Features
Ramp access to elevated play
Known Features
Transfer points near slides
Known Features
Ground-level and elevated play access
Known Features
Interactive panels and games
Known Features
Accessible music areas
Known Features
Sensory panels
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
1400 W Quinn Road & Northern Lights Dr.
Pocatello, ID, 83202
Sources & Updates
3 public sources 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
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- City of Pocatello facility pagepocatello.gov
City page confirms current park identity, contact number, amenities, and reservation path.
Checked: name, address, phone, park amenities, restrooms, pavilion
- Brooklyn's Playground official websitebrooklynsplayground.org
Official project website confirms the playground's purpose and provides attributable imagery.
Checked: inclusive mission, destination identity, operating community presence, official images
- Brooklyn's Playground official case statement PDFbrooklynsplayground.org
Project document gives the clearest published accessibility detail set for this playground.
Checked: poured-in-place rubber surfacing, ramps, transfer points, accessible music areas, sensory panels, ground-level and elevated accessibility
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created research-backed production listing from official city and project sources.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.