Stanley Ray Playground toddler play area in New Orleans City Park
Fixed locationNeighborhood inclusive playgrounds

Stanley Ray Playground

City Park, New Orleans, LA

Toddler-focused City Park playground in New Orleans with low-height equipment, nearby restrooms, mature shade, and long-standing wheelchair-accessible design.
Editorial Review

Why included

Best if you need a shaded, younger-kid-friendly City Park stop with simpler access and nearby bathrooms rather than a high-feature destination playground.

What we verified

  • name
  • location
  • free entry
  • open daily

What remains unknown

No additional gaps are currently recorded. This does not mean every access feature has been assessed.

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

Hours

Open daily as part of City Park.

Price

Free public playground in City Park.

Parking

Park-area parking available nearby.

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

Best if you need a shaded, younger-kid-friendly City Park stop with simpler access and nearby bathrooms rather than a high-feature destination playground.

At a Glance

Venue type

Neighborhood playground

Age groups

BabiesToddlersPreschoolers

Mobility features

Ground-level play

Family amenities

ShadeSeatingRestrooms nearbyParking

Safety and comfort

Clear sightlines

Shade level

Full shade

Restroom access

Nearby restrooms

Accessibility supports

Accessible routes

Park context

Part of a larger parkPicnic area

Operator type

Nonprofit

Visit options

Free entryOpen dailyParking on site

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Mondayopen_daily
Tuesdayopen_daily
Wednesdayopen_daily
Thursdayopen_daily
Fridayopen_daily
Saturdayopen_daily
Sundayopen_daily
ParkingPark-area parking available nearby.
WeatherOutdoor playground with strong natural shade compared with many local parks.
Facilities
Nearby restroomsNearby Café du MondeShade from mature live oaksLarge surrounding park
Visit LengthUsually best for a short toddler-focused stop or as part of a longer City Park outing.
Hours SummaryOpen daily as part of City Park.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public playground in City Park.
AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Stanley Ray Playground is City Park’s most toddler-oriented play area and one of the few local playgrounds with an outside source specifically describing wheelchair-accessible design. City Park highlights low slides, baby swings, enclosed tunnels, nearby restrooms, and substantial tree shade, making it one of the easier outdoor options for younger children and shorter visits. It is not presented as a large destination all-abilities build, but it remains a relevant accessible-play listing because both City Park and long-running accessible-play coverage point to its access-minded design and convenient family setup.

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.

SummaryCity Park confirms toddler-scale equipment and nearby conveniences; an accessible-play directory specifically describes Stanley Ray as a traditional wheelchair-accessible playground.
Known Features
Wheelchair-accessible design referenced by accessible-play directoryLow-height slidesBaby swingsEnclosed tunnel structuresNearby restrooms
Considerations
Official City Park page does not publish a full accessibility feature list.This appears more access-minded than fully feature-rich.
Accessible routes

Gallery

Stanley Ray Playground in City Park
Official City Park image associated with the Stanley Ray Playground page.
Play structure at City Park playground
Official City Park playground image.

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Quick Summary

Hours

Open daily as part of City Park.

Price

Free public playground in City Park.

Parking

Park-area parking available nearby.

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Contact Information

Address

1 Palm Drive

New Orleans, LA, 70124

Source & Verification

Last updated

August 3, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 11, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

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 City Park and accessible-play directory sources.

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