About This Playground

🌳 The Sensory Garden Playground in Lisle, Illinois is a universally accessible playground designed to engage all five senses and accommodate children of all abilities. It features innovative play equipment specifically designed for children with physical, cognitive, sensory, and developmental disabilities.

Visitor Experience: The playground receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with visitors praising its inclusive design, variety of play options, and beautiful surroundings. Many families with children who have disabilities particularly appreciate the thoughtful accessibility features.>

More about this playground

Playground Type

Tourist attraction Park Point of interest Establishment Wheelchair Accessible Indoor Play Ages 0-12

Address

2751 Navistar Dr, Lisle, IL 60532, USA

Phone

(630) 690-4880

+1 630-690-4880

Coordinates

41.8127, -88.1115

Hours of Operation

Open Now
Monday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday Today 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.

Playground Features

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Age Suitability

Suitable for children of all ages, with equipment designed for toddlers through pre-teens. Different zones accommodate various developmental stages.

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Equipment Available

Wheelchair-accessible merry-go-round, tactile play panels, musical instruments, accessible swings, sensory boards, balance equipment, climbing structures, slides with transfer platforms, and interactive water features.

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Shaded Areas

Several shaded play areas and pavilions throughout the playground, along with mature trees providing natural shade in certain sections.

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Seating For Parents

Abundant seating options including benches, picnic tables, and shaded rest areas positioned to allow supervision of multiple play zones.

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Restroom Availability

Accessible restroom facilities located within the playground area, cleaned regularly throughout the day.

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Drinking Fountains

Multiple accessible drinking fountains available, including lower height fountains for children and wheelchair users.

Safety Accessibility

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Fencing

The playground is partially fenced with natural barriers and landscaping defining boundaries in other areas.

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Surface Material

Primarily poured-in-place rubber surfacing throughout the playground for wheelchair accessibility and fall protection. Some areas feature different textures for sensory experiences.

Ada Accessibility

Fully ADA compliant with ramped access to play structures, transfer platforms, wide pathways, and equipment designed for children with mobility devices.

Cleanliness Maintenance

Exceptionally well-maintained with daily cleaning schedules, regular equipment inspections, and prompt repairs when needed.

Additional Amenities

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Nearby Parking

Large dedicated parking lot with numerous accessible parking spaces located close to the playground entrance.

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Pet Policy

No pets allowed within the playground area except for service animals. Adjacent park areas allow leashed pets.

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Bike Racks

Multiple bike racks available near the entrance to the playground.

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Nearby Food Options

Picnic areas available for families to bring food. No on-site food vendors, but several restaurants are within a short driving distance.

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Sports Areas

Basketball court, open field spaces, and volleyball courts in the adjacent park area.

Walking / Biking Trails Nearby

Connects to the extensive DuPage County trail system with paved paths suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.

Community Reviews

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User Submitted Photos

Numerous photos showing children enjoying various accessible equipment, seasonal events, and the beautiful landscaping throughout the playground.

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Recent Reviews

Recent visitors highlight the playground's cleanliness, inclusive design, and engaging activities for children of all abilities.

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Crowd Levels

Busiest on weekends and during summer months, particularly in the mornings and late afternoons. Weekday mornings tend to be less crowded.

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Special Events

Regular community events including sensory-friendly play dates, adaptive recreation programs, and seasonal celebrations.

User Experience

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Entrance Fee

Free admission to the playground and surrounding park area.

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Space For Groups

Designated areas for group gatherings, birthday parties, and educational outings with prior reservation available for larger groups.

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Nature Connection

Integrated into the larger Danada Forest Preserve with natural plantings, butterfly gardens, and native landscape features throughout the playground.

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Noise Level

Moderate noise levels with quieter areas available for children with sensory sensitivities.

Aesthetic Design

Thoughtfully designed with natural elements, vibrant colors, interesting textures, and themed play areas that blend with the surrounding park environment.

Safety Regulations

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Security Presence

Regular park district staff monitoring and security patrols throughout operating hours.

Rules Restrictions

Clear signage indicating age-appropriate areas, prohibited activities, and playground hours (open dawn to dusk).

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First Aid Availability

Staff trained in basic first aid with emergency response protocols in place. First aid kits available at the main pavilion.

Community Interaction

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Community Activities

Regular adaptive recreation programs, therapy sessions, school field trips, and community gatherings hosted at the playground.

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Social Interaction

Designed to promote interaction between children of all abilities with collaborative play features and communal gathering spaces.

Sustainability Environment

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Eco Friendly Practices

Native plantings, rain gardens for stormwater management, and sustainable materials used throughout the playground construction.

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Renewable Energy

Solar-powered lighting in certain areas and energy-efficient fixtures throughout the facility.

Walkability Bike Access

Connected to community bike paths and pedestrian walkways, with good access from surrounding neighborhoods.

Reviews

4.7
(412.0)
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Laurel Hays

5 months ago

This playground is one of the most amazing in all of the Chicagoland area. It has an amazing swing Zipline loom that really rockets kids around. And two giant green tunnel slides like two stories tall. Plus three other unique and intricate playground unique areas. This is a must visit playground for kids of all ages.

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Tsatsral Batbold

a year ago

The best playground in the area and beyond. It's 30min ride from us but it's definitely worth visiting. A lot of different areas offering various plays. The place is great for all ages. A lot of shaded picnic areas and benches. The tree house slides are great to wear off some energy 😅 because it is a walk to go up on the slide again. The swing ride is fantastic and I've never seen it anywhere else. The surrounding trail is also great. There are several stops and stations along the way to stretch different parts of your body. It's an awesome area to spend the day overall

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Nurzhan Kadyrkulova

7 months ago

This is an awesome place for kids of all ages! Lots of activities, play areas, benches and picnic tables to spend a good time with friends and family. What I liked the most was that the playground is surrounded by trees and bushes, which create a beautiful shaded area. We would definitely come back here again.

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SK R

9 months ago

Great park for kids AND parents. Our favorite part are the tree house slides! The park Definitely needs a few more things to do there (such as more rides for toddlers/ baby area) but nonetheless, it's serene and calming.

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Jake Glimco

9 months ago

Very cool park design. Walking paths in the woods, lots of accessibility features and probably the most fun zipline I've seen.

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