About This Playground
🌳 Circle of Fun Playground is a vibrant community park in Nuevo Hampshire known for its inclusive design, modern play equipment, and beautiful natural surroundings. The playground offers diverse recreational opportunities for children of all ages and abilities.
Visitor Experience: Circle of Fun Playground maintains a strong 4.7/5 star rating across review platforms. Visitors consistently praise the clean facilities, variety of play equipment, and inclusive design. Many reviewers highlight the playground's commitment to accessibility and the friendly community atmosphere.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
1 Bunker Hill Rd, Auburn, NH 03032, USA
Coordinates
42.99748, -71.34228
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.
Playground Features
Age Suitability
Designed for children 2-12 years old, with dedicated areas for toddlers (2-5) and older children (5-12).
Equipment Available
Includes climbing structures, multiple slides, swings (traditional, bucket, and adaptive), spinning equipment, musical play panels, sensory play stations, balance beams, and a zip line.
Shaded Areas
Several large shade structures cover portions of the playground, with additional natural shade from mature oak and maple trees surrounding the play areas.
Seating For Parents
Numerous benches positioned throughout the playground with good sightlines to play areas, plus several covered picnic tables and a pavilion for larger groups.
Restroom Availability
Clean restroom facilities located centrally in the park with changing tables in both men's and women's restrooms.
Drinking Fountains
Multiple water fountains including ADA-compliant and bottle-filling stations positioned near play areas and restrooms.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
Complete perimeter fencing with self-closing gates at all entrances. Child-safe latches installed at adult height.
Surface Material
Combination of poured-in-place rubber surfacing in high-traffic areas and engineered wood fiber in others, meeting ASTM safety standards for fall protection.
Ada Accessibility
Fully ADA-compliant with wheelchair-accessible routes throughout the playground, ramps to elevated play structures, and transfer stations.
Cleanliness Maintenance
Daily maintenance schedule with staff inspections each morning. Equipment and grounds are well-maintained with prompt repairs when needed.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
Free parking lot with 50 spaces including 6 accessible spots. Additional street parking available during peak times.
Pet Policy
Dogs allowed in park areas but must be leashed and are prohibited from playground equipment areas. Dog waste stations available throughout the park.
Bike Racks
Two covered bike rack areas with capacity for 20+ bikes located near the main entrance.
Nearby Food Options
Seasonal concession stand operating during summer months. Several food trucks visit on weekends. Picnic areas welcome outside food.
Sports Areas
Adjacent basketball courts, tennis courts, and a multi-purpose field for informal sports.
Walking / Biking Trails Nearby
A 2-mile paved walking/biking path circles the park, connecting to the Nuevo Hampshire Greenway Trail system.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
Gallery of 300+ community photos showcasing seasonal events, playground features, and families enjoying the space.
Recent Reviews
Recent visitors highlight the new sensory garden addition and praise the responsive park maintenance team.
Crowd Levels
Busiest on weekend afternoons and summer evenings. Weekday mornings typically quieter. Average visit duration is 1.5-2 hours.
Special Events
Hosts seasonal festivals, outdoor movie nights in summer, and regular 'Play & Learn' events coordinated with local schools.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
Free admission for all visitors. Pavilion reservations available for birthday parties and events for a nominal fee.
Space For Groups
Can comfortably accommodate large groups with reservable pavilions and picnic areas for birthday parties and gatherings.
Nature Connection
Native plant gardens, butterfly habitat areas, and interpretive nature signage throughout the park.
Noise Level
Moderate to lively during peak hours, with quieter spaces available in garden areas away from main play structures.
Aesthetic Design
Modern, colorful design with nature-inspired elements. Public art installations and murals by local artists enhance the visual appeal.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Park rangers patrol regularly during operation hours. Security cameras monitor main entrances and play areas.
Rules Restrictions
No smoking, alcohol, or glass containers. Children under 8 must be supervised by an adult. Play equipment has posted age recommendations.
First Aid Availability
First aid station located at the park office during staffed hours. Staff trained in basic first aid and CPR.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
Regular community events including volunteer cleanup days, family fitness classes, and seasonal celebrations.
Social Interaction
Design encourages collaborative play with multi-user equipment and group activity areas. Popular meeting spot for local playdates and parent groups.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
Rain gardens for stormwater management, native landscaping requiring minimal water, and solar-powered lighting throughout the park.
Renewable Energy
Solar panels on pavilion roofs power the park lighting and water features, with educational signage about renewable energy.
Walkability Bike Access
Well-connected to neighborhood sidewalks and bike paths. Bike-friendly infrastructure encourages car-free visits.
Reviews
Marzetta Gaskamp
3 years ago
Lovely playground! Gravel parking lot, large mulched play area with space to run plus climbing, swinging and sliding equipment. The surrounding grassy area was well maintained. There are 4-5 picnic tables and granite benches. No shade over the play space and only natural tree shade bordering the play space, plus a covered gazebo :) There were 2 porta potties on site but we didn’t utilize them!
View on GoogleKristen Johnson
4 years ago
It was really great to see that there was something for each age group to be able to play on....the scenery surrounding the park is just mesmerizing and its soooo clean like super clean. They also had a porter potty which is 100% a plus!!!! I was so happy to see they had swings as well, those seem to be far and few lately I find. All in all it was a great experience!😊
View on GoogleDon Doughty
5 years ago
Circle of Fun Playground is just on the East side of Rt-121, South of Lake Massabesic Clair's Boat Landing in Auburn, NH, well kept with some shade and parking.
View on GoogleJorge R
4 years ago
This playground is fun for kids of all ages and their parents. Words can't describe it so I added some photos for you to see what I'm talking about
View on GoogleMartina Velasco
6 months ago
It’s clean and safe! We love bringing our son there!
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