Gregory's Playground
Island Recreation Center campus, Beaufort, SC
Inclusive public playground at Island Rec with wheelchair-accessible surfacing, adaptive play elements, shade structures, and family access to restrooms and parking.
Overview of the renovated inclusive playground at Island Rec.
Photo 1 of 4. Overview of the renovated inclusive playground at Island Rec.
Editorial notes
What stands out
This is the clearest true inclusive playground in the region, with strong evidence for accessible surfacing, adaptive elements, and practical family amenities.
Know Before You Go
- Socks
- Socks or clothing suited to warm rubberized surfaces in hot weather
- Bring
- Water
- Bring
- Sun protection
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Shade
- Restrooms nearby
- Parking
- Pavilions or shelters
- Partial shade
- Visit type
- Destination stop or longer recreation center outing
Read more about this location
Gregory's Playground is the signature inclusive play space at the Island Recreation Center in Beaufort / Hilton Head. Official and attributable sources confirm an accessible surface, shade pavilions, and a modern equipment mix that includes assisted zipline-style play, inclusive spinning, sensory elements, and adaptive group play. Families who need smoother access, mixed-ability play, and nearby restrooms will find this one of the strongest inclusive playground options in the region. Because it sits within the recreation center campus, it also works well for longer family outings with other amenities nearby.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free public access during available hours. |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Surface
Wheelchair-accessible surface confirmed by attributable project coverage.
Considerations
Public access is subject to recreation programming schedules.
Considerations
No clear public evidence found for a perimeter fence.
Sensory Features
Sensory play tunnel
Sensory Features
Cozy dome
Sensory Features
Vestibular play elements
Family Facilities
Restrooms nearby
Family Facilities
Parking nearby
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
20 Wilborn Road
Beaufort, SC, 29926
Sources & Updates
3 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
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- Island Recreation Association playground pageislandreccenter.org
Official source for public playground access and organization contact details.
Checked: public access note, contact info, address
- Town of Hilton Head Island - Island Recreation Centerhiltonheadislandsc.gov
Official municipal park page confirming center hours and site amenities.
Checked: address, hours, amenities, playgrounds on campus
- Carolina Parks and Play - Gregory's Playgroundcarolinaparksandplay.com
Attributable project page with direct playground imagery and named inclusive features.
Checked: inclusive equipment, accessible surface, shade pavilions, photo evidence
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official Island Rec and Town of Hilton Head sources, supplemented by attributable project-page feature details and images.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.