About This Playground
🌳 Discovery Playground is a popular community park in Illinois featuring inclusive play equipment, natural surroundings, and numerous amenities for families with children of all ages and abilities.
Visitor Experience: Discovery Playground consistently receives positive reviews from visitors, with many parents highlighting the inclusive design, cleanliness, and variety of play equipment. Most reviews average 4.5/5 stars across review platforms.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
1825 Short St, Lisle, IL 60532, USA
Phone
(630) 353-4301
+1 630-353-4301
Coordinates
41.79039, -88.08358
Playground Features
Age Suitability
Designed for children ages 2-12, with separate play areas for toddlers (2-5) and older children (5-12).
Equipment Available
Includes adaptive swings, sensory play panels, climbing structures, slides of various sizes, spinning equipment, musical instruments, and interactive water features (seasonal).
Shaded Areas
Multiple shade structures over play areas and several mature trees providing natural shade throughout the park.
Seating For Parents
Numerous benches surrounding play areas, picnic tables, and grassy areas for blankets.
Restroom Availability
Clean restroom facilities located near the playground entrance, open during park hours.
Drinking Fountains
Several ADA-compliant drinking fountains with bottle fillers available throughout the park.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
Partial perimeter fencing with gated entrances to prevent children from wandering to nearby streets.
Surface Material
Combination of engineered wood fiber and poured-in-place rubber surfacing for maximum accessibility and safety.
Ada Accessibility
Fully ADA-compliant with accessible ramps, transfer platforms, and ground-level play features.
Cleanliness Maintenance
Well-maintained with daily cleaning and inspections, prompt repair of equipment issues.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
Large free parking lot with designated accessible spaces close to playground entrance.
Pet Policy
Dogs allowed in park areas on leash, but not permitted within playground boundaries.
Bike Racks
Multiple bike racks located near playground entrances and restroom facilities.
Nearby Food Options
Concession stand open during summer months; several restaurants within walking distance.
Sports Areas
Basketball courts, tennis courts, and a multi-purpose field adjacent to the playground.
Walking / Biking Trails Nearby
Paved walking/biking trail encircles the park (approximately 1 mile loop) with connections to community trail system.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
Abundant photos showing families enjoying the playground equipment, special events, and seasonal activities.
Recent Reviews
Recent visitors praise the cleanliness, variety of equipment, and inclusive design features.
Crowd Levels
Busiest on weekends and after school hours; typically less crowded on weekday mornings.
Special Events
Hosts seasonal community events, summer concerts, and organized play groups throughout the year.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
Free admission for all visitors, no entrance fees required.
Space For Groups
Picnic shelters available for reservation for birthday parties and group gatherings; open grassy areas for informal gatherings.
Nature Connection
Incorporates natural elements including native plantings, butterfly garden, and small nature exploration area.
Noise Level
Moderate during peak times; quieter areas available at edges of the park.
Aesthetic Design
Thoughtfully designed with colorful equipment, artistic elements, and natural landscaping that blends with surroundings.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Park staff present during daylight hours; security cameras in operation; periodic police patrols.
Rules Restrictions
Open dawn to dusk; no smoking; adult supervision required for children under 12; no glass containers permitted.
First Aid Availability
First aid kits available at park office; staff trained in basic first aid; emergency call boxes located throughout park.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
Regular community events including story time, nature programs, and seasonal festivals.
Social Interaction
Design encourages cooperative play with equipment that requires multiple children to operate; ample gathering spaces for families.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
Native landscaping to reduce water usage; recycling bins throughout; rainwater collection system for irrigation.
Renewable Energy
Solar-powered lighting along paths and in restroom facilities.
Walkability Bike Access
Connected to community sidewalk network; bike lanes on adjacent streets; dedicated bike path connections.
Reviews
JD Gallegos
2 years ago
This is a great park by the sea lion aquatic center. The park has a variety of playground equipment for kids of all ages. You can find a jungle gym, slides, music making equipment, swings, and a zip line among other things. They also have a swing set for disabled children so they can enjoy in the fun as well. My kids love this park, so we've been there many times and will keep going.
View on GoogleYadi Lopez
3 years ago
My kiddos loved this playground! Very clean and well maintained. Loved the variety of things they had to offer for the kids to play on. The spinning jungle gym was their favorite! And my oldest loved the zipline chair! This is our new go to park! Plenty of parking too! And loved the water fountains they had! Very useful to keep the kids hydrated while playing!
View on GoogleRachel Phillips
9 months ago
Lovely playground! Accessible, clean, and well-shaded. My kids played for hours!
View on GoogleJake hoekstra
2 years ago
This park has something for people of all ages. The playground has a great variety of slides, musical instruments, a mini zip line , and toddler play area as well. This park is clean and well maintained. Highly would recommend this park !
View on GoogleJerry Ding (DingFam)
3 years ago
We love Discovery playground as it has a fun Zipline and a lot of different things to climb on. There is one entrance and is fenced off. There is also a bunch of fields for other activities including a skateboard area, basketball, and tennis.
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