Published pricing
Rifle's new universally designed park includes a large ADA-compliant playground, poured-in-place surfacing, accessible paths, shade shelters, restrooms, and lighting.
Needs recheckFixed locationAll-abilities parks
Buckley Park Playground
Downtown Montrose, Montrose, CO
Downtown Montrose playground rebuilt with an inclusive design approach and ADA-focused compliance in one of the city's busiest parks.
Quick facts
Price
Free public playground.
Parking
Use downtown and nearby park parking as available.
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Needs recheck
Public-source evidence needs review. Confirm time-sensitive details using the business links above.
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
- park name
- address
- renovation status
- inclusive design intent
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 playground.
Parking
Use downtown and nearby park parking as available.
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Atlas Perspective
Editor's Take
This is the most clearly documented city-backed inclusive playground in Montrose proper, especially for families who value ADA-focused design and a central location.
At a Glance
Venue type
All-abilities park
Age groups
ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages
Mobility features
Ground-level playWide pathways
Family amenities
Parking
Surface type
Mixed surfaces
Shade level
Limited shade
Accessibility supports
Accessible routesSmooth paths
Park context
Part of a larger park
Operator type
Municipal
Visit options
Free entry
Toddler-friendly
Yes
Plan Your Visit
ContextBusy central city park setting.
ParkingUse downtown and nearby park parking as available.
WeatherOutdoor playground; comfort depends on season and time of day.
Stay LengthBest for a short neighborhood-style outing or downtown stop.
What To Bring
WaterSun protectionA picnic or snack if extending the visit in Buckley Park
Pricing Snapshot
SummaryFree public playground.
Admission
Label
EntryNotes
City park access.Price
FreeBuckley Park Playground is a renovated downtown Montrose play area the city specifically described as unique, inclusive, and fully ADA-compliant in design intent. Public project notices say the replacement focused on safety, inclusiveness, and strong play value after community feedback and a citywide playground audit. Families visiting downtown events or the central park core will likely find this one of the easier inclusive play stops in Montrose. The published materials support inclusion and ADA compliance clearly, even though a detailed public feature list is limited.
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.
SummaryThe city said the replacement playground design focused on inclusiveness and full ADA compliance, alongside applicable playground safety standards.
Known Features
Inclusive design intentADA-focused replacement playgroundSafety-centered redesign
Considerations
Public pages reviewed did not list exact surfacing type, ramp count, or adaptive swings.Inclusion is well documented, but the feature inventory is less detailed than at some flagship all-abilities parks.
Accessible routesSmooth paths
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Santa Rita Park Playground
Durango, CO
Published pricing
Riverfront Durango playground with ramped play access and rubber surfacing designed to be more inclusive for kids using wheelchairs, crutches, and other mobility aids.
Contact Information
Phone
(970) 240-1411Address
300 N Nevada Ave
Montrose, CO, 81401
Source & Verification
Last updated
August 3, 2026
Verification summary
Last source review: April 11, 2026
Checked against 1 public source.
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 official City of Montrose project notice for the renovated Buckley Park playground.
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