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Universal Playground at Veterans Memorial Park

Name: Universal Playground at Veterans Memorial Park
Address: 1620 E Witzke Blvd, Appleton, WI, 54911, US
Telephone: 920-832-5905
Price range: Free public park.

Appleton, WI

Large destination park playground in Appleton's Veterans Memorial Park with the Universal Playground, trails, restrooms, parking, picnic amenities, and nearby Miracle League field.

Editorial Review

Why included

A practical choice for families who want an inclusive playground inside a full-service park with easy parking, restrooms, trails, and enough surrounding amenities to support a longer outing.

What we verified

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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

Free public park.

Parking

Multiple parking lots are listed on the official park page.

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A practical choice for families who want an inclusive playground inside a full-service park with easy parking, restrooms, trails, and enough surrounding amenities to support a longer outing.

At a Glance

Venue type

Destination playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Family amenities

SeatingPicnic tablesRestrooms nearbyParkingPavilions or shelters

Restroom access

Nearby restrooms

Park context

Part of a larger parkTrail accessPicnic areaSports fields nearby

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryParking on sitePavilion rentals

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Plan Your Visit

ParkingMultiple parking lots are listed on the official park page.

WeatherOutdoor park; conditions change with weather and season.

Facilities

Restrooms
Picnic area
Grills
Pavilion
Trails
Fishing pond
Miracle League Field

Stay LengthEasy place to stay longer because the surrounding park has multiple amenities.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public park.

About the Venue

The Universal Playground at Veterans Memorial Park sits inside Appleton's largest and most diverse park. Families can pair inclusive playground time with paved trails, fishing pond views, picnic areas, restrooms, and other destination-style amenities that make this park easier to use for longer outings. Appleton's official park page clearly confirms the Universal Playground and broader family logistics, though the city page does not publish a full equipment-by-equipment accessibility inventory.

Birthday Party Snapshot

SummaryPavilion rentals are available if you want to anchor a group outing or birthday-style gathering nearby.

Party Booking UrlOpen link

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.

Known Details

Official park page confirms the Universal Playground location.The park also includes a Miracle League Field nearby.

Considerations

Detailed public accessibility specifications for each play element were not fully listed on the reviewed city page.

Gallery

Overview of the Universal Playground at Veterans Memorial Park — Official park photo of the Universal Playground.

Large slide at the Universal Playground in Appleton — Official image showing one of the playground's larger play elements.

Boat-themed feature at the Universal Playground in Appleton — A themed play element at the Universal Playground.

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Quick Summary

Price

Free public park.

Parking

Multiple parking lots are listed on the official park page.

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Contact Information

Phone

(920) 832-5905

aprd@appletonwi.gov

Address

1620 E Witzke Blvd

Appleton, WI, 54911

Location

Wisconsin Green Bay / Fox Valley Appleton, WI

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 official Appleton Parks page and regional inclusive playground reporting.

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