Crispus Attucks Park Inclusive Playground
Northeast Carbondale, Carbondale, IL
Recently renovated Carbondale playground with inclusive and accessible play improvements, a spray park, basketball courts, pavilions, and extended evening park hours.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Attucks is the best bet in Carbondale for families wanting an updated inclusive playground plus splash features and room for a longer active outing.
Know Before You Go
- Reservations
- Pavilions can be reserved through Carbondale Park District.
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Picnic tables
- Parking
- Pavilions or shelters
- Mixed shade
- Visit type
- Destination neighborhood park with enough amenities for a longer stay.
Read more about this location
Crispus Attucks Park is one of the most substantial recent accessible playground upgrades in Southern Illinois. Carbondale Park District and regional reporting confirm that the park renovation added accessible and inclusive play improvements, accessible surfacing, and broader amenities including a spray park, courts, walking space, and reservable pavilions. For families who want an updated play area with room for active siblings and warm-weather splash play, Attucks Park stands out as a versatile destination.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | sunrise – 23:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | sunrise – 23:00 |
| Wednesday | sunrise – 23:00 |
| Thursday | sunrise – 23:00 |
| Friday | sunrise – 23:00 |
| Saturday | sunrise – 23:00 |
| Sunday | sunrise – 23:00 |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Entry | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Group Visits & Rentals
Starting at $35
Strong public-park party option thanks to two reservable pavilions near the playground and spray park.
Accessibility
Summary
Official and attributable sources confirm the park renovation was aimed at accessible and inclusive play and included accessible playground surfacing.
Known Features
Accessible and inclusive play renovation
Known Features
Accessible playground surfacing
Known Features
Public spray park nearby
Considerations
The official park page emphasizes amenities more than equipment-specific inclusive details.
Considerations
Regional coverage confirms accessibility intent but does not fully inventory each play component.
Mobility features
Ground-level play
Sensory and communication features
Water play
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
800 N Wall St
Carbondale, IL, 62901
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 11, 2026 against 2 public sources
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 11, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 2 public sources
Public sources
Official page confirms location, hours, spray park info, amenities, and pavilion rental details.
Checked: address, hours, phone, amenities, spray park schedule, rental pricing
Regional report states the project would replace playground structures to allow for accessible and inclusive play and accessible playground surfacing.
Checked: accessible and inclusive play intent, accessible surfacing
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official Carbondale Park District page and accessibility-related grant coverage.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.