Butterfly Playground
Nay Aug Park, Scranton, PA
Accessible inclusive playground at Nay Aug Park in Scranton with soft surfacing, ADA-compliant play equipment, and a setting beside the park's butterfly garden and paths.
Official Butterfly Playground image used on the Nay Aug Park attractions page.
Editorial notes
What stands out
This is a compelling option for families who want inclusive play inside one of the region's best-known city parks rather than at a standalone playground lot.
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Parking
- Mixed shade
- Visit type
- Park outing with inclusive play focus.
Read more about this location
Butterfly Playground is the newer inclusive play area at Nay Aug Park in Scranton. Official Nay Aug Park materials describe it as an all-inclusive area for special needs children and adults to enjoy with family and friends, using the surrounding butterfly garden, pathways, trees, and natural landscape as part of the experience. A 2025 City of Scranton announcement confirmed the playground's completion and highlighted the soft play surface and accessible design for people of all abilities.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | dawn – 20:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | dawn – 20:00 |
| Wednesday | dawn – 20:00 |
| Thursday | dawn – 20:00 |
| Friday | dawn – 20:00 |
| Saturday | dawn – 20:00 |
| Sunday | dawn – 20:00 |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
Official materials confirm ADA-compliant equipment and a rubber play surface.
Environment
Butterfly garden nearby
Environment
Pathways
Environment
Tree-shaded natural park setting
Confirmed Features
ADA-compliant play equipment
Confirmed Features
Rubber play surface
Confirmed Features
Accessible inclusive design for people of all abilities
Sensory and communication features
Nature play
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
500 Arthur Ave
Scranton, PA, 18510
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Sources & Updates
2 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
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- Nay Aug Park Butterfly Playground pagenayaugpark.org
Official park page describing the playground and its intended features.
Checked: location within park, inclusive mission, ADA statement, rubber surface, image
- City of Scranton press releasescrantonpa.gov
June 2025 city announcement confirming completion of the playground.
Checked: completed and opened, accessible playground status, soft play surface, active operating status
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing using official Nay Aug Park page and City of Scranton completion announcement.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.