The Walnut Grove – Hine Memorial Fund Playground
Canfield, OH
Large nonprofit-run inclusive playground in Canfield with wide accessible paths, nature trails, wetlands, and direct access to the Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway.
Official destination marketing photo of the inclusive playground at The Walnut Grove.
Photo 1 of 2. Official destination marketing photo of the inclusive playground at The Walnut Grove.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the strongest outdoor inclusive-play stops in the Mahoning Valley, especially for families who want accessible movement space plus a calmer nature setting.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Fully outdoor destination.
- Bring
- Water
- Bring
- Sun protection
- Bring
- Weather-appropriate shoes
- Bring
- Mobility aids if your child uses them
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Parking
- Mixed shade
- Visit type
- Destination outdoor park.
Read more about this location
The Walnut Grove is a purpose-built inclusive play destination in Canfield created so children and families of all ages and abilities can play together. The one-acre Hine Memorial Fund Playground opened in phases in 2018 and 2019 and is paired with wide nature trails, wetland views, and a bridge connection to the Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway. It works especially well for families who want more than a quick playground stop, thanks to its open layout and room to move between active play and quieter nature time.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | dawn – dusk |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | dawn – dusk |
| Wednesday | dawn – dusk |
| Thursday | dawn – dusk |
| Friday | dawn – dusk |
| Saturday | dawn – dusk |
| Sunday | dawn – dusk |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
Official materials describe the site as the area's first all-inclusive playground and note wide trails that can accommodate two wheelchairs passing each other.
Known Features
Inclusive playground
Known Features
Wide accessible nature trails
Known Features
Accessible route connection across the property
Known Features
Bridge connection to the MetroParks Bikeway
Considerations
The official site discussed future fundraising for a wheelchair-accessible swing, so that feature was not treated as confirmed for current operations.
Considerations
Exact surfacing details were not clearly published on the pages reviewed.
Mobility features
Ground-level play
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
8800 Columbiana Canfield Rd.
Canfield, OH, 44406
Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 11, 2026 against 3 public sources
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 11, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- The Walnut Grove official about pagethewalnutgrove.com
Confirmed the site as the area's first all-inclusive playground and the phased opening timeline.
Checked: name, mission, address, phone, history, restroom facility completed
- The Walnut Grove official visit pagethewalnutgrove.com
Confirmed dawn-to-dusk access and that the trails are wide enough for two wheelchairs to pass.
Checked: hours, inclusive playground, wide trails, wetlands, bikeway bridge connection
- Explore Mahoning local destination guideexploremahoning.com
Provided strong local confirmation and a usable venue image.
Checked: regional context, address, image
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official Walnut Grove pages and local destination guide; wheelchair swing treated as planned rather than confirmed current.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.