VerifiedFixed locationAll-abilities parks

Hodag Park

Name: Hodag Park
Address: Messer Street, Rhinelander, WI, 54501, US
Telephone: (715) 365-8600
Price range: Free public park.

Boom Lake waterfront, Rhinelander, WI

Lakeside Rhinelander park with a playground, accessible fishing dock, beach, boat landing, pavilions, and room for longer mixed-age outings.

Editorial Review

Why included

Best as a flexible family park rather than a fully specialized inclusive playground; the accessible dock and broad amenities make it more useful than a simple neighborhood stop.

What we verified

name
website
park features
accessible fishing dock

What remains unknown

Current operating hours or season

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.

Plan This Visit

Price

Free public park.

Parking

Large park with boat landing and event use; parking is on site.

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

Best as a flexible family park rather than a fully specialized inclusive playground; the accessible dock and broad amenities make it more useful than a simple neighborhood stop.

At a Glance

Venue type

All-abilities park

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Mobility features

Ground-level playWide pathways

Sensory and communication features

Visual playNature play

Family amenities

SeatingPicnic tablesRestrooms nearbyParkingPavilions or shelters

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Shade level

Mixed shade

Restroom access

Accessible restrooms

Accessibility supports

Accessible routesSmooth paths

Park context

Part of a larger parkAquatic center nearbyPicnic area

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryParking on sitePavilion rentals

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Plan Your Visit

On Site

Playground
Beach
Boat landing
Accessible fishing dock
Pavilions
Baseball diamonds
Tennis court

ParkingLarge park with boat landing and event use; parking is on site.

WeatherOutdoor waterfront park; bring sun, wind, and bug prep depending on season.

Stay LengthWorks for both short playground visits and longer picnics or waterfront outings.

Bathrooms SeasonPark bathrooms are generally open from late April through mid to late October.

Pricing Snapshot

ParkingOn-site public parking available.

SummaryFree public park.

AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Hodag Park is one of Rhinelander's main family parks, stretching along Boom Lake with broad waterfront views and a sizable amenity mix. For inclusive-use planning, the strongest publicly stated accessibility feature is the handicap accessible fishing dock, plus park pavilions, parking, bathrooms in season, and easy walkable space near the water. The playground itself appears to be a traditional outdoor play area rather than a destination all-abilities build, but the overall site works well for mixed-age visits where some family members want to play while others fish, walk, picnic, or watch water activities.

Birthday Party Snapshot

SummaryPavilions can be reserved for private events.

Party Booking UrlOpen link

Pavilion RentalsYes

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 city confirms a playground but does not publish detailed inclusive play component specs on the page reviewed.Beach and broader park areas likely involve mixed outdoor surfaces.Families needing exact transfer, ramp, or surfacing details should plan conservatively.

Confirmed Features

Handicap accessible fishing dockSeasonal park bathroomsLarge public park layout with walkable areasPavilions and parking

Accessible routesSmooth paths