Children's inclusive playground area at Coughlin Saunders Inclusive Playground in Alexandria
Fixed locationAll-abilities parks

Coughlin Saunders Inclusive Playground

Bringhurst Field, Alexandria, LA

Inclusive outdoor playground at Bringhurst Field in Alexandria with wheelchair-oriented transfer access, musical play, adaptive swings, sensory features, and poured-in-place surfacing.
Editorial Review

Why included

One of the clearest purpose-built inclusive playgrounds in Central Louisiana, with a stronger feature set than a typical city playground.

What we verified

  • name
  • location context
  • inclusive purpose
  • feature list

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

Bringhurst Field area parking may be used when available.

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

One of the clearest purpose-built inclusive playgrounds in Central Louisiana, with a stronger feature set than a typical city playground.

At a Glance

Venue type

All-abilities park

Age groups

PreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Mobility features

Transfer pointsAdaptive swingsGround-level play

Sensory and communication features

Musical playTactile playVestibular playAuditory play

Family amenities

Parking

Surface type

Rubber surface

Shade level

Limited shade

Accessibility supports

Accessible routesTransfer systemsSmooth paths

Park context

Part of a larger park

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryParking on site

Plan Your Visit

Notes
Located near the Pediatric Therapy Center area noted by the city.Public park setting rather than a staffed attraction.
ParkingBringhurst Field area parking may be used when available.
WeatherOutdoor playground; heat and rain can affect comfort and play time.
Stay LengthBest for a short stop or medium-length outdoor play visit.
What To Bring
WaterSun protectionAny adaptive gear your child prefers

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public playground.
Admission

Label

Entry

Notes

Outdoor public park playground.

Price

Free

About the Venue

Coughlin Saunders Inclusive Playground was created as a public playground designed for children with physical disabilities, autism, cognitive impairment, and sensory processing differences while remaining open to all families. Official city materials describe slide transfer decks for wheelchair users, a Rock N Raft with wheelchair access, multiple swing types, musical elements, a sensory wave climber, roller slide, and a sensory wave seat. It sits at the Bringhurst Field site near the Cabrini Pediatric Therapy Center, making it especially useful for families seeking an outdoor option with intentional inclusive design rather than a standard neighborhood play structure.

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.

SummaryOfficial sources describe physical, social-emotional, sensory, cognitive, and communication components selected with therapy-team input.
Known Features
  • Slide transfer decks for wheelchair users
  • Rock N Raft with wheelchair access
  • Multiple swing types
  • Musical elements
  • Sensory wave climber
  • Sensory wave seat
  • Roller slide
  • Poured-in-place surfacing
Considerations
Public sources reviewed did not clearly publish fencing, restroom, or shade details.Street-number address was not published on the official page reviewed.
Accessible routesTransfer systemsSmooth paths

Gallery

Play structures and surfacing at Coughlin Saunders Inclusive Playground in Alexandria
Official city image used on the Alexandria site.

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Quick Summary

Price

Free public playground.

Parking

Bringhurst Field area parking may be used when available.

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Contact Information

Address

Masonic Drive and Babe Ruth Drive

Bringhurst Field site

Alexandria, LA, 71301

Source & Verification

Last updated

August 3, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 11, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

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 and project-source materials.

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