Published pricing
Dorchester playground with stair-free elevated access, wheelchair merry-go-round, transfer access, dish swing, sensory play, roller slide, and accessible seating amenities.
Needs recheckFixed locationDestination inclusive playgrounds
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.
Quick facts
Price
Free public park.
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Needs recheck
Public-source evidence needs review. Confirm time-sensitive details using the business links above.
Editorial Review
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
- name
- address
- accessible play features
- sensory features
What remains unknown
- Current operating hours or season
- Current photo coverage
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.
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Atlas Perspective
Editor's Take
If you want one of Boston's most feature-rich inclusive playgrounds, this is a top-tier pick.
At a Glance
Venue type
Destination playground
Age groups
ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages
Mobility features
Wheelchair swingAdaptive swingsGround-level play
Sensory and communication features
Musical playTactile playVisual playWater playVestibular play
Family amenities
ShadeSeatingDrinking fountains
Surface type
Rubber surface
Shade level
Partial shade
Accessibility supports
Accessible routesTransfer systemsWheelchair access to elevated playSmooth paths
Park context
Part of a larger parkSplash pad nearby
Operator type
Municipal
Visit options
Free entry
Toddler-friendly
Yes
Plan Your Visit
SummaryWaterfront destination-style playground in Charlestown.
WeatherExposure can feel stronger on waterfront days.
Facilities
Spray playShaded seatingBenches with wheelchair spacesWheelchair-access drinking fountain
Visit StyleWorks best as a planned outing.
Pricing Snapshot
SummaryFree public park.
AdmissionFree
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.
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.
SummaryBoston's accessibility inventory confirms one of the region's strongest public feature sets.
Known Features
- Stair-free access to all levels of play
- Wheelchair swing
- Wheelchair merry-go-round
- Wheelchair access to slide
- Transfer station
- Play panels
- Molded bucket seat swing
- Musical play
- Sensory panel
- Roller table
- Roller slide
Family Facilities
Benches with wheelchair spacesShaded seatingWheelchair access drinking fountain
Accessible routesTransfer systemsWheelchair access to elevated playSmooth paths
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Contact Information
Phone
(617) 635-4505Address
First Avenue & Sixteenth Street
Charlestown, MA, 02129
Source & Verification
Last updated
August 3, 2026
Verification summary
Last source review: April 11, 2026
Checked against 1 public source.
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 Boston accessibility inventory.
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