Ed Thompson Inclusive Park
Pearland, TX
Pearland's first all-inclusive playground with transfer access, wheelchair-accessible swing and merry-go-round, sensory play, musical elements, shade, and nearby park amenities.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the clearest research-backed all-abilities playgrounds in the Houston area, with real mobility access plus meaningful sensory and social play options.
Know Before You Go
- Bring
- Water
- Bring
- Sun protection
- Bring
- Mobility aids if needed
- Bring
- A change of clothes during hot-weather play
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Shade
- Seating
- Picnic tables
- Drinking fountains
- Parking
- Partial shade
- Visit type
- Destination outing
Read more about this location
Ed Thompson Inclusive Park is one of the strongest inclusive-play listings in Greater Houston because the city publishes unusually specific feature detail families can actually use. At the Sports Complex at Shadow Creek Ranch, the playground includes transfer-access slides, a We-Go wheelchair-accessible swing, a We-Go Round accessible merry-go-round, sensory tunnels and panels, musical play, balance elements, and a rubberized accessible surface. The larger complex also adds trails, shade structures, picnic areas, fountains, restrooms, and sports fields, making this a solid destination outing rather than a quick stop.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | dawn – 22:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | dawn – 22:00 |
| Wednesday | dawn – 22:00 |
| Thursday | dawn – 22:00 |
| Friday | dawn – 22:00 |
| Saturday | dawn – 22:00 |
| Sunday | dawn – 22:00 |
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.
Accessibility
Surface
Rubberized accessible surface similar to the Miracle League field.
Considerations
The surrounding sports complex is expansive, so some families may want a simple arrival plan.
Considerations
Official sources do not indicate the playground is fully fenced.
Sensory Features
Sensory tunnels
Sensory Features
Accessible activity panels
Sensory Features
Music play
Sensory Features
Mirror and visual panels
Sensory Features
Picture Exchange System panel
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
13050 Shadow Creek Parkway
Pearland, TX, 77584
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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
- City of Pearland facility directorypearlandtx.gov
Checked: name, address, phone, hours, park amenities, inclusive feature list
- City of Pearland groundbreaking newspearlandtx.gov
Checked: rubberized surface, wheelchair swings, sensory tunnels, accessible panels, We-Go swing, We-Go Round
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official City of Pearland facility and news pages.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.