Hazel Miller Universally Accessible Playground
Ballinger Park, Mountlake Terrace, WA
Large universally accessible playground in Ballinger Park with trail access, waterfront park context, and a newer purpose-built accessible design.
Official city image showing themed accessible play elements at the Ballinger Park playground.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A smart pick for families who want accessible play plus room to roam; the bigger Ballinger Park setting adds real outing value.
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Parking
- Mixed shade
- Visit type
- Regional park outing
Read more about this location
Hazel Miller Universally Accessible Playground is a newer accessible play destination inside Ballinger Park in Mountlake Terrace. The city describes it as a universally accessible playground and places it within a 55-acre regional park near the light rail station, Interurban Trail, Lakeview Trail, and waterfront amenities. That larger-park context makes it a strong choice for families who want more than a quick playground stop. It is especially appealing for mixed-age outings, stroller and mobility-aid users, and families pairing playtime with walking trails or lakefront time.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
Official city page identifies this as a universally accessible playground.
Known Features
Universally accessible playground design
Known Features
ADA paved pathway noted in city project materials
Known Features
Accessible park setting with trail connections
Considerations
The public project page reviewed does not list every specific accessible play component.
Considerations
Future splash pad plans referenced on the page apply to the older playground area, not this new accessible playground.
Accessibility supports
Accessible routes
Accessibility supports
Smooth paths
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
23000 Lakeview Dr
Mountlake Terrace, WA, 98043
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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
Primary source confirming the playground is constructed and open to the public.
Checked: name, status, park context, funding, project timeline, image
Secondary confirmation of the opening and naming.
Checked: opening confirmation
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created research-backed listing from official Mountlake Terrace sources.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.