Glidden Park All Abilities Playground
Collinsville, IL
A major new all-abilities playground in Collinsville with full-structure ramps, transfer access, inclusive swings, sensory play panels, fencing, shade, and a quiet grove.
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Atlas perspective
Atlas Verdict
One of the clearest purpose-built inclusive playground projects in Metro East, with unusually specific published feature details that matter to families.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor playground; plan around heat, sun, and rain.
- Bring
- Water
- Bring
- Sun protection
- Bring
- Any adaptive gear your child uses regularly
What to Expect
Play and access
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ramped access
- Transfer points
Family planning
- Shade
- Parking
- Pavilions or shelters
- Perimeter fence
- Rubber surface
- Partial shade
- Visit type
- Destination style playground visit
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | No admission fee indicated on official project materials. |
Published admission can change. Confirm current prices and taxes before visiting.
Accessibility
Safety
Fencing for safety and peace of mind
Comfort
Lots of shade
Comfort
Greenery and natural elements
Sensory
Musical panel
Sensory
Educational play panels
Sensory
Parallel play opportunities
Sensory
Quiet Grove calming space
Mobility
Smooth spongy surfacing
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
10 Gateway Drive
Collinsville, IL, 62234
Nearby Alternatives
Compare three other local options using their published fit and planning details.
All-Abilities Playground at the N.O. Nelson Campus
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Sources & Updates
Time-sensitive details still need a dated source check