Upper West Side, New York, NY
Hours
Open 7:00-18:00 from Nov 1-March 1 and 7:00-21:00 from March 2-Oct 31.
Price
Free public playground.
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.
Hours
Open 7:00-18:00 from Nov 1-March 1 and 7:00-21:00 from March 2-Oct 31.
Price
Free public playground.
Profile
Strong profile coverage
A smart Manhattan choice when you want a purpose-built all-abilities playground with dependable basics and easy neighborhood access.
Label
EntryNotes
Public NYC Parks playground.Price
FreeMatthew P. Sapolin Playground, formerly Playground 70, is one of Manhattan's official Playgrounds for All Children. NYC Parks confirms ramps, mobility transfer systems, water-based play features, a wheelchair-accessible public restroom, and sensory-friendly spaces with visual play elements. Because it was built as a fully accessible project rather than a routine retrofit, it stands out as a stronger inclusive choice than many nearby standard playgrounds. It works especially well for families who want a known all-abilities playground on the Upper West Side.
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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Address
W. 70 St between W. End Ave and Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY
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 production listing from official NYC Parks sources.
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