Splash pad and accessible playground at Lucy Parsons Park in Chicago.
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Lucy Parsons Park Playground

Belmont Cragin, Chicago, IL

Small ADA-accessible neighborhood playground in Belmont Cragin with swings, slides, climbing elements, activity panels, soft surfacing, and a nearby spray area.
Quick facts

Hours

Park hours are listed daily from 6:00-23:00.

Price

Free public park and playground.

Profile

Usable 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

  • address
  • phone
  • hours
  • ADA-accessible playground

What remains unknown

No additional gaps are currently recorded. This does not mean every access feature has been assessed.

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

A strong small-park option when you want accessible surfacing plus a splash feature without committing to a bigger destination outing.

At a Glance

Venue type

Neighborhood playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kids

Mobility features

Ground-level play

Sensory and communication features

Water play

Family amenities

ShadeSeating

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Shade level

Partial shade

Accessibility supports

Accessible routes

Park context

Part of a larger parkSplash pad nearby

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryOpen daily

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
SeatingCommunity tables and shaded seating are noted on the official page.
Visit StyleBest for shorter neighborhood outings.
Hours SummaryPark hours are listed daily from 6:00-23:00.
Warm Weather NoteThe spray feature makes this park especially appealing in summer.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public park and playground.
AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Lucy Parsons Park Playground is a compact neighborhood play space in the Belmont Cragin area with a soft-surface ADA-accessible playground and a separate water spray feature nearby. Official park information highlights swings, slides, activity panels, and climbing elements, which makes it a strong warm-weather stop for younger kids and mixed-age siblings. Community tables and shade umbrellas add a little extra comfort for caregivers during shorter visits.

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.

Known Features
Soft-surface ADA accessible playgroundSwingsSlidesActivity panelsClimbing elements
Considerations
Official page confirms accessible surfacing and play elements.The exact surfacing material and adaptive swing details were not specified on the page reviewed.
Accessible routes

Gallery

Splash pad with the playground behind it at Lucy Parsons Park.
Official image showing the water spray area and adjacent play space.
Red climbing dome at Lucy Parsons Park playground.
Official image highlighting a climbing feature in the playground.

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Contact Information

Address

4712 W. Belmont Ave.

Chicago, IL, 60641

Source & Verification

Last updated

August 3, 2026

Verification summary

Last source review: April 11, 2026

Checked against 1 public source.

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 from official Chicago Park District park page.

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