Aerial view of the inclusive playground area at MacDougal Park in Rockland
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MacDougal Inclusive Playground

MacDougal Park, Rockland, ME

Inclusive public playground at MacDougal Park in Rockland with accessible play equipment, a spinner, swings, and open green space.
Editorial Review

Why included

This is the Midcoast's clearest city-backed inclusive playground listing and a good bet for families who want a public park setting rather than a tiny neighborhood play lot.

What we verified

  • name
  • address
  • core features
  • public status

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 playground.

Parking

Parking available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

This is the Midcoast's clearest city-backed inclusive playground listing and a good bet for families who want a public park setting rather than a tiny neighborhood play lot.

At a Glance

Venue type

Inclusive playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Mobility features

Ground-level play

Sensory and communication features

Vestibular play

Family amenities

Parking

Safety and comfort

Clear sightlines

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Shade level

Limited shade

Accessibility supports

Accessible routes

Park context

Part of a larger park

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entry

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Plan Your Visit

ParkingPublic park access in MacDougal Park area
WeatherFully outdoor visit; plan for sun, wind, and seasonal conditions.
Stay LengthBest for a short stop or a longer park visit combined with walking and green space
Visit StyleDrop-in outdoor public playground
Nearby Features
Walking trackCommunity gardenOrchardOpen lawn

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public park playground.
AdmissionFree

About the Venue

MacDougal Inclusive Playground is Rockland's first inclusive playground and sits within MacDougal Park on Broadway. The city specifically identifies accessible play equipment, a spinner, swings, and adjacent green space, making it one of the clearest inclusive-play listings in Midcoast Maine. Families can pair playground time with the park's walking track, garden, and orchard for a longer outing. This is a strong pick for mixed-age visits that want a public outdoor play stop with straightforward access and room to move.

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.

SummaryThe city specifically lists accessible play equipment at this playground.
Known Features
Accessible play equipmentSpinnerSwing set
Considerations
The city page does not publish a full equipment-by-equipment accessibility breakdown.Public park setting offers additional open green space around the play area.
Accessible routes

Gallery

Aerial view of the inclusive playground area at MacDougal Park in Rockland
Drone view of the MacDougal Park playground area during project rollout.
Rendering of the MacDougal Inclusive Playground concept in Rockland
Project rendering showing the inclusive playground concept used during fundraising.

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Quick Summary

Price

Free public park playground.

Parking

Parking available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Contact Information

Address

338 Broadway

Rockland, ME, 04841

Source & Verification

Last updated

August 3, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 11, 2026

Checked against 3 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 from official Rockland parks pages and supporting local project coverage.

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