Marshall Park (CHAMPS)
Central Park, Vancouver, WA
Large fully inclusive Vancouver playground with Washington's first wheelchair swing, a two-wheelchair spinner, elevated sand play, musical features, water play, and adjacent restrooms.
Marshall Park's CHAMPS playground was redesigned with Harper's Playground and reopened in 2023.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Best for families who need a true destination playground with standout mobility access, sensory variety, and enough features to support siblings with different play styles.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor park; seasonal water play is turned on during part of the year.
- Bring
- Change of clothes if seasonal water play is on
- Bring
- Buckets or sand toys for elevated sand play
- Bring
- Sun protection for longer visits
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Seating
- Picnic tables
- Restrooms nearby
- Drinking fountains
- Pavilions or shelters
- Mixed shade
- Visit type
- Destination outing
Read more about this location
Marshall Park's Chelsea Anderson Memorial Play Station (CHAMPS) is one of the strongest inclusive playground destinations in Southwest Washington. The 2023 redesign by Harper's Playground adds high-value access features families actually plan around, including Washington's first wheelchair swing, a community spinner that can hold two wheelchairs, winding paths, musical instruments, elevated sand play, and a large Harper's Hill with seating and views. The site also includes seasonal water play, restrooms, drinking water, picnic shelter access, and plenty of space for mixed-age visits. It sits beside the Marshall Community Center, which can make longer outings easier for families who want nearby programs and facilities.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Highlights
Wheelchair swing
Highlights
Community spinner that can hold two wheelchairs
Highlights
Elevated sand area
Highlights
Winding accessible paths
Highlights
Braille descriptions on custom hydrant plaques
Highlights
Swings and musical instruments
Highlights
Seasonal water play
Considerations
Not listed as fully fenced
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
1015 E McLoughlin Blvd.
Vancouver, WA, 98663
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 11, 2026 against 1 public source
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 11, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 1 public source
Public sources
- City of Vancouver - Marshall Parkcityofvancouver.us
Official page confirms CHAMPS features including wheelchair swing, two-wheelchair spinner, elevated sand area, musical instruments, winding paths, Braille descriptions, and 2023 Harper's Playground donation.
Checked: address, hours, inclusive features, restrooms, drinking water, picnic shelter
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official city park page.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.