Matthews McKinley Park Playground
Lakewood, NJ
Lakewood public playground included in Ocean County's recent push toward more inclusive play upgrades.
This research record does not yet establish a specific inclusion benefit. General park amenities do not confirm accessible equipment, routes, or facilities.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A worthwhile Lakewood local-play option if you value recent public investment in inclusive play, even though the published details are still basic.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor only.
What to Expect
- Visit type
- Neighborhood park stop
Read more about this location
Matthews McKinley Park in Lakewood was listed by Ocean County as one of the playgrounds upgraded to be more inclusive for children of all abilities. For most families, it reads as a practical local playground choice rather than a major regional destination. Official confirmation exists for the upgrade, but the specific mobility, sensory, and amenity details available publicly are still sparse.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
Official county source confirms this park's playground was part of the more inclusive upgrade effort.
Considerations
Exact inclusive equipment and surfacing details were not clearly published in reviewed sources.
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
Lakewood, NJ
Other options nearby
Lake Shenandoah County Park Playground
Updated county playground in Lakewood that Ocean County identified as part of its more inclusive playground upgrade effort.
Ocean County Park (Lake) Playground
Lakewood playground at Ocean County Park that was included in the county's recent inclusive playground improvements.
Mill Creek County Park Playground
Recently upgraded Ocean County playground in Bayville with more inclusive play elements for children of all abilities.
Sources & Updates
1 public source 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
- 1 public source
Public sources
- Ocean County Parks & Recreation Facebook postfacebook.com
Official post includes Matthews Mckinley Park in Lakewood.
Checked: park name, city, inclusive-upgrade status
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official county post.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.