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Highland Park Inclusive Playground

Highland Park, Meridian, MS

Inclusive playground area at Highland Park in Meridian with equipment added for children with special needs in a neighborhood-centered park setting.
Quick facts

Price

Free playground access within a public park.

Parking

Park parking is available on site.

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Needs recheck

Public-source evidence needs review. Confirm time-sensitive details using the business links above.

Editorial Review

Why included

Inclusive Play Atlas includes this accessible playground because it has enough public information to compare fit, logistics, and source context.

What we verified

  • park name
  • address
  • phone
  • restrooms

What remains unknown

  • Current operating hours or season
  • Current photo coverage

Profile updated August 3, 2026; source check April 11, 2026. Confirm current park hours, construction closures, restroom availability, and the specific accessibility features your family needs before making a special trip.

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

Best for families who want accessible play closer to central neighborhoods and value nearby park amenities, even though the published equipment details are still thin.

At a Glance

Venue type

Neighborhood playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Mobility features

Ground-level play

Family amenities

Picnic tablesRestrooms nearbyParkingPavilions or shelters

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Shade level

Mixed shade

Restroom access

Nearby restrooms

Accessibility supports

Accessible routes

Park context

Part of a larger parkAquatic center nearbySplash pad nearbyPicnic area

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryParking on sitePavilion rentals

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Plan Your Visit

ParkingPark parking is available on site.
WeatherOutdoor park visit; summer heat and splash-pad season may affect timing.
RestroomsRestrooms are listed by the city at Highland Park.
Visit StyleGood for combining playground time with a wider family park day.
Nearby Amenities
Splash padSwimming poolPicnic pavilionsMuseumCarousel

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree playground access within a public park.
AdmissionFree
Extra Costs Nearby
Pool: $3/person when open seasonallySplash pad: $3/person when open seasonally

About the Venue

Highland Park now includes an all-inclusive playground area created to bring more accessible play closer to families on that side of Meridian. Local reporting confirms the new equipment was donated for children with special needs, and the larger park already offers strong family support amenities including restrooms, picnic pavilions, a splash pad, and other attractions. This is a useful option for families who want a more neighborhood-oriented accessible play stop instead of traveling across town. Because public feature details are still limited, families with very specific access needs may want to treat this as a promising but lightly documented option.

Accessibility & Comfort

These details reflect published sources and dated reports, not an ADA inspection. Confirm the specific supports and barriers that matter for your visit.

Considerations
The park's inclusive playground opening was publicly covered in 2024.Detailed published specs such as swing types, surfacing, or transfer access were not clearly available from official park pages reviewed.
Family Facilities
RestroomsParkingPavilionsNearby splash pad
Confirmed Features
New playground equipment for special needs childrenLevel playing area reported in local opening coverage
Accessible routes

External Links

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Contact Information

Address

1720 Jimmie Rodgers Memorial Drive

Meridian, MS, 39307

Source & Verification

Last updated

August 3, 2026

Verification summary

Last source review: April 11, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

This profile summarizes published information and dated reports. It is not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 11, 2026

Created listing after confirming 2024 inclusive playground opening and matching it to the official Highland Park location.

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