Ray Schleihs Park
Johnston, IA
Accessible Johnston park with a newer train-themed playground, interlocking mat surfacing, picnic shelter, and ADA-friendly trail access.
Atlas perspective
Atlas Verdict
Not a giant destination, but a good calmer pick for families who mainly need accessible basics and a manageable neighborhood-scale stop.
What to Expect
Play and access
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Wide pathways
- Accessible routes
- Smooth paths
Family planning
- Seating
- Pavilions or shelters
- Clear sightlines
- Mixed surfaces
- Mixed shade
- Visit type
- Neighborhood stop.
Hours & Admission
Admission
Free public park.
Accessibility
Mobility
ADA-friendly walking and biking trail
Mobility
Interlocking mat surfacing at the playground
Mobility
Easy-to-reach picnic shelter
Considerations
Official page describes the site as accessible, but does not provide the deeper inclusive feature detail available for larger metro parks.
Mobility features
Wide pathways
Safety and comfort
Clear sightlines
Surface type
Mixed surfaces
Accessibility supports
Accessible routes
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
5400 NW 55th Avenue
Johnston, IA, 50131
Nearby Alternatives
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Sources & Updates
Time-sensitive details still need a dated source check