Menino Park
Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA
Charlestown destination playground with stair-free access to all play levels, a wheelchair swing, wheelchair merry-go-round, sensory play, water play, shade, and waterfront setting.
Editorial notes
What stands out
If you want one of Boston's most feature-rich inclusive playgrounds, this is a top-tier pick.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Exposure can feel stronger on waterfront days.
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Shade
- Seating
- Drinking fountains
- Partial shade
- Visit type
- Destination outing
Read more about this location
Menino Park is one of Boston's strongest officially inventoried accessible playgrounds and stands out for the sheer number of inclusive features confirmed by the city. Boston lists stair-free access to all play levels plus a wheelchair swing, wheelchair-accessible merry-go-round, wheelchair access to the slide, musical play, sensory panel, roller table, roller slide, and molded bucket swing. The waterfront Charlestown setting, shaded seating, and spray play make it especially appealing for longer mixed-age outings. This is one of the best public options in the region when you want both mobility access and strong sensory variety.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
Boston's accessibility inventory confirms one of the region's strongest public feature sets.
Known Features
Stair-free access to all levels of play
Known Features
Wheelchair swing
Known Features
Wheelchair merry-go-round
Known Features
Wheelchair access to slide
Known Features
Transfer station
Known Features
Play panels
Known Features
Molded bucket seat swing
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
First Avenue & Sixteenth Street
Charlestown, MA, 02129
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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
Menino Park entry lists a wheelchair swing, wheelchair merry-go-round, wheelchair access to slide, stair-free access all levels, and multiple sensory features.
Checked: name, address, accessible play features, sensory features, shade, spray play
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from Boston accessibility inventory.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.