Near the Emerald Isle public boating access area on Bogue Sound, Emerald Isle, NC
Price
Free public playground.
Parking
Parking available
Profile
Strong profile coverage
2 public sources · Checked Apr 11, 2026.
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
What remains unknown
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.
Price
Free public playground.
Parking
Parking available
Profile
Strong profile coverage
This is the strongest inclusive-play stop in Emerald Isle if your priority is a publicly accessible playground with wheelchair-inclusive intent rather than a standard beach-town park.
Jean Preston Memorial Playground in Emerald Isle was developed as a dedicated playground facility on town-owned land near the public boating access area on Bogue Sound. Regional visitor materials describe specialized playground equipment that allows children in wheelchairs to join the fun, making it one of the clearest accessibility-focused playgrounds on the Crystal Coast. Families visiting should expect an outdoor waterfront park stop rather than a fully programmed destination venue, with the biggest draw being inclusive play in a scenic coastal setting.
These details reflect published sources and dated reports, not an ADA inspection. Confirm the specific supports and barriers that matter for your visit.
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Phone
(252) 354-3424Address
6800 Emerald Drive
Emerald Isle, NC, 28594
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
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official town page and supporting destination description.
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