Louis A. DePasquale Universal Design Playground
Danehy Park, Cambridge, MA
Large universal design playground at Danehy Park with accessible routes, multi-zone play, sensory-minded design, nearby parking, restrooms, and paths for longer family outings.
Main view of the Louis A. DePasquale Universal Design Playground.
Photo 1 of 4. Main view of the Louis A. DePasquale Universal Design Playground.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the clearest destination-level inclusive playgrounds in the region, with enough scale and thoughtful design to justify a dedicated trip.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Fully outdoor play area.
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Seating
- Picnic tables
- Restrooms nearby
- Parking
- Mixed shade
- Visit type
- Destination outing
Read more about this location
Louis A. DePasquale Universal Design Playground is Cambridge's flagship inclusive play destination and one of the strongest fully public options in Greater Boston. The 30,000-square-foot playground at Danehy Park was designed around universal design principles, with physical, sensory, cognitive, and emotional access considered across the whole site instead of through one or two token features. Families can expect a large, destination-style layout with accessible approaches, level circulation, varied play structures, public art, and room for mixed-age visits. The wider Danehy Park setting adds walking paths, picnic areas, restrooms, and adjacent parking that make longer visits much easier.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
Official city materials describe the entire site as built around universal design, including physical, sensory, cognitive, and emotional access.
Known Features
Accessible routes and level circulation
Known Features
Universal design approach across the whole site
Known Features
Sensory, cognitive, and emotional inclusion considered in planning
Known Features
Large site intended for shared play across abilities
Considerations
The public page strongly confirms universal design intent but does not publish a simple checklist of every individual piece of equipment.
Considerations
Families who need a fully fenced perimeter should confirm on arrival.
Mobility features
Ramped access
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
Field Street
Cambridge, MA, 02138
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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
- City of Cambridge - Universal Design Playground Projectcambridgema.gov
Official project page with images and detailed description of universal design goals and site logistics.
Checked: name, location, status, playground size, universal design positioning, parking
- City of Cambridge - Best Outdoor Play Space newscambridgema.gov
Supports that the playground is current and actively featured by the city.
Checked: ongoing public recognition, current operating status
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official Cambridge universal design playground materials.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.