Universal Playground at 200 Trapelo Road
Waltham, MA
Large universal inclusive playground in Waltham with ramp access, unitary surfacing, communication supports, a spray park, mini golf, open space, and on-site parking.
Official city image of the universal playground.
Photo 1 of 6. Official city image of the universal playground.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Entirely outdoor; shade and comfort will vary with season and time of day.
- Rules
- Pack in and pack out trash.
- Rules
- Animals must be leashed and are not allowed in recreation amenity areas.
- Rules
- No bikes or scooters in recreation areas.
- Rules
- Share the space with all park users.
What to Expect
Play profile
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
Visit amenities
- Parking
- Mixed shade
- Visit type
- Destination outing
Read more about this location
Waltham's Universal Playground at 200 Trapelo Road is one of the strongest inclusive outdoor play destinations in the MetroWest area. The city describes it as a playground for all ages and abilities and publishes specific inclusive design details including unitary surfacing with seamless transitions, double- and single-wide ramps, multiple ramp access points, and a symbol communication board. Families can pair playground time with the adjacent seasonal spray park, seasonal mini golf, walking paths, and open space, which makes this a good choice for siblings with different play styles and energy levels. The published two-hour visit guidance and dedicated parking help set expectations before you go.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
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 city pages specifically identify multiple inclusive design elements rather than only making a general accessibility claim.
Known Features
Unitary surfacing with seamless transitions
Known Features
Double- and single-wide ramps
Known Features
Ramp access from multiple points
Known Features
Symbol communication board
Known Features
Playground for all ages and abilities
Considerations
The public pages reviewed do not list every individual play component in one place.
Considerations
Families using the spray park or other areas should note those amenities are adjacent to, not the same as, the main playground zone.
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
200 Trapelo Road
Waltham, MA, 02452
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
- City of Waltham - Universal Playgroundcity.waltham.ma.us
Official page identifies this as the Universal Playground at 200 Trapelo Road and links to specific play-element pages.
Checked: name, address, main image, core inclusive positioning, phone
- City of Waltham - Inclusive Design Featurescity.waltham.ma.us
Official feature page gives the clearest accessibility evidence.
Checked: unitary surfacing, ramps, multiple ramp access points, communication board, supporting images
- City of Waltham - 200 Trapelo Roadcity.waltham.ma.us
Official property page lists open areas, hours, parking guidance, and visit limits.
Checked: hours, parking, visit guidelines, spray park nearby, mini golf nearby, open space context
What changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official Waltham Recreation pages and normalized feature, logistics, and image data.
Accessibility details reflect available public information and dated reports, not an ADA inspection.