Published pricing
Brainerd park playground at Buffalo Hills / Lions Park with pavilion, grill, parking, and restrooms, tied to city ADA-accessible playground improvements.
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Riverside Elementary Playground Without Limits
Brainerd, MN
School-based inclusive playground project in Brainerd with phased accessible upgrades including a universally accessible structure, sensory boards, calming space goals, and future accessible zipline and swings.
Quick facts
Price
No admission pricing was published; this is a school playground project rather than a ticketed attraction.
Parking
On-site school parking may be available, but public visit logistics were not clearly published.
Profile
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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
- phone
- project status
What remains unknown
- Current operating hours or season
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
No admission pricing was published; this is a school playground project rather than a ticketed attraction.
Parking
On-site school parking may be available, but public visit logistics were not clearly published.
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Atlas Perspective
Editor's Take
This is one of the clearest inclusion-focused projects in the Brainerd area, but it is best treated as an in-progress school playground rather than a fully built destination park.
At a Glance
Venue type
Inclusive playground
Age groups
PreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages
Mobility features
Ground-level play
Sensory and communication features
Tactile playQuiet retreat spaces
Accessibility supports
Accessible routes
Operator type
School or community
Toddler-friendly
Yes
Plan Your Visit
ParkingOn-site school parking may be available, but public visit logistics were not clearly published.
Visit TypeSchool-site playground
What To Know
Project is being built in phases.Phase one targeted preschool equipment.Later phases add the larger accessible structure and accessible zipline.
Planning NoteBest treated as a school-based site with phased construction progress rather than a guaranteed always-open public park.
Pricing Snapshot
SummaryNo admission pricing was published; this is a school playground project rather than a ticketed attraction.
AdmissionUnknown
Riverside Elementary's Playground Without Limits is a school-led inclusive playground effort designed to create equitable play for children with physical and sensory challenges alongside their peers. Official project materials describe a phased plan that includes age-accessible preschool equipment, a large universally accessible structure with accessible platforms, sensory boards, slides, and free-standing pieces, followed by an accessible zipline and additional swings. Families looking for a strong inclusive design vision should keep this one on their radar, though the full buildout is still being completed in phases rather than operating as a fully finished public destination playground today.
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.
Considerations
Public page describes design goals and phases more clearly than finished on-site conditions.Exact surfacing, restroom access, and route details were not fully published on the reviewed page.
Intended Benefits
Mobility device participationPeer interaction and inclusive friendshipsSafe spaces for sensory processing and calming breaks
Published Inclusive Features
- Universally accessible structure
- Accessible platforms
- Sensory boards
- Free-standing play pieces
- Future accessible zipline
- Additional swings
Accessible routes
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Contact Information
Phone
(218) 454-6800Address
220 NW 3rd Street
Brainerd, MN, 56401
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 official school project page; marked as active project with phased implementation rather than fully verified finished destination playground.
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