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Costello Field Playground

Etna village area, Etna, NH

Etna playground with adjacent open field and nearby parking that works well for simple neighborhood play and mixed-energy visits.
Quick facts

Price

Free public playground.

Parking

Official page notes use of the church parking lot.

Profile

Usable profile coverage

Needs recheck

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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 exists
  • large playground
  • open field
  • parking arrangement

What remains unknown

  • Current operating hours or season
  • Current photo coverage

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.

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A practical local playground rather than a specialized inclusive build, but the larger play area and field space make it more flexible than a tiny neighborhood stop.

At a Glance

Venue type

Neighborhood playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Family amenities

Parking

Park context

Part of a larger park

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entry

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Plan Your Visit

ParkingOfficial page notes use of the church parking lot.
SettingPlayground plus open field.
Visit StyleBest for short to medium neighborhood visits.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public playground.

About the Venue

Costello Field Playground is a local Etna play stop operated in collaboration with the Etna First Baptist Church. Hanover's parks page describes it as a large playground with open field space and shared parking, making it useful for families who want a straightforward outdoor play option without needing a destination-style park. Published materials do not document adaptive or all-abilities equipment, but the larger-playground format keeps it relevant as a family-friendly outdoor option within the region.

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.

SummaryPublic town materials reviewed do not list specific accessibility features.
Considerations
No published adaptive-equipment details found on the official page reviewed.

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Contact Information

Address

Etna, NH

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 Hanover parks information.

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