About This Playground
🌳 Route 66 Park in Oklahoma City features an expansive playground area that celebrates the historic Route 66. The playground includes multiple play structures designed for various age groups, set within a 148-acre park with scenic views of Lake Overholser.
Visitor Experience: The playground receives consistently positive reviews, with visitors praising the variety of equipment, cleanliness, and the unique Route 66 theme. Many parents appreciate the separate areas for different age groups.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
9901 NW 23rd St, Yukon, OK 73099, USA
Phone
(405) 297-3882
+1 405-297-3882
Coordinates
35.49691, -97.69348
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.
Playground Features
Age Suitability
The playground includes separate areas for toddlers (2-5 years) and older children (5-12 years), making it suitable for a wide range of ages.
Equipment Available
Features include multiple slides, climbing structures, swings, spinners, a rope bridge, balance beams, and specialized Route 66-themed play elements. The park also includes a large observation tower shaped like a vintage oil derrick.
Shaded Areas
Limited natural shade is provided by trees around the perimeter. Some play structures have partial coverings, but much of the playground is exposed to direct sunlight.
Seating For Parents
Several benches and picnic tables are positioned around the playground area for parents and caregivers to supervise children.
Restroom Availability
Clean restroom facilities are available near the playground area and at the main park entrance.
Drinking Fountains
Multiple drinking fountains are located throughout the park, including near the playground areas.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
The playground is not completely fenced but has natural boundaries. Some specific play areas have partial fencing for safety.
Surface Material
The playground features a mix of rubberized safety surfacing and engineered wood fiber mulch to minimize impact from falls.
Ada Accessibility
The playground includes several accessible features including ramps to play structures and accessible swings. Most pathways are ADA compliant.
Cleanliness Maintenance
The playground is generally well-maintained with regular inspections. Occasional issues with litter after busy weekends have been noted.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
Ample free parking is available close to the playground area with designated accessible spaces.
Pet Policy
Dogs are allowed in the park on leashes but are not permitted within the playground area.
Bike Racks
Bike racks are available near the playground entrance and at various locations throughout the park.
Nearby Food Options
The park features picnic areas with grills. No permanent food vendors are on-site, but food trucks occasionally visit during summer months and special events.
Sports Areas
Adjacent to the playground are basketball courts, volleyball courts, and open fields for various activities.
Walking/Biking Trails Nearby
The park features a 3.5-mile paved walking/biking trail that follows the shoreline of Lake Overholser, connecting to the playground area.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
Visitors frequently share photos of the playground's unique Route 66-themed elements and the observation tower, which provides panoramic views of Lake Overholser.
Recent Reviews
Recent reviews highlight the playground's cleanliness, creative design, and the variety of activities available for children of different ages.
Crowd Levels
The playground is busiest on weekends and holidays, particularly during spring and fall months when weather is mild. Weekday mornings are typically less crowded.
Special Events
The park hosts several annual events including Route 66 celebrations, seasonal festivals, and outdoor movie nights during summer months.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
The playground and park are free to enter and use.
Space For Groups
The playground area can accommodate large groups and is a popular spot for birthday parties. A nearby pavilion can be reserved for group gatherings.
Nature Connection
The playground offers views of Lake Overholser and is surrounded by natural landscaping with native plants and trees.
Noise Level
Moderately noisy during peak hours but not overwhelmingly loud due to the open space.
Aesthetic Design
The Route 66 theme is incorporated throughout the playground with road signs, vintage-styled play elements, and an observation tower resembling an oil derrick.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Park rangers patrol the area regularly, with increased presence during weekends and special events.
Rules Restrictions
Standard playground rules apply including adult supervision requirements, no rough play, and age-appropriate use of equipment. No smoking or alcohol is allowed in the playground area.
First Aid Availability
Park staff are trained in basic first aid. For emergencies, the park is approximately 15 minutes from the nearest hospital.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
The playground serves as a gathering point for community events, including summer reading programs, outdoor fitness classes, and seasonal celebrations.
Social Interaction
The playground's design encourages cooperative play and social interaction between children, with multiple activity centers where kids can play together.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
The park implements sustainable landscaping practices, including using drought-resistant native plants and minimal pesticide use around play areas.
Renewable Energy
Some solar-powered lighting has been installed along pathways near the playground.
Walkability Bike Access
The park is connected to local bike trails and has good internal pathways, though reaching the park itself typically requires a vehicle as it is somewhat isolated from residential areas.
Reviews
Dakota Ramsey
9 months ago
Great close to home fishing pond. It’s a good size pond so you’ll have plenty of water to cover. Caught my PB large mouth bass at 9 pounds out of here! Fish was released safely for someone else to catch. Good luck and tight lines!
View on GoogleJackson Family Adventures
in the last week
My big kids loved the view at sunset while they were swinging on the swings, plenty of parking also available.
View on GoogleAndrew G
5 years ago
We took our family to the Park Amphitheater & we are glad we did. The area was clean, well kept, and family friendly. The landscaping was beautiful as well. We were able to look at the stunning sunflowers up close...well, as close as the bees wanted us to get. I added some photos of them for you to see. Great experience! Highly recommend!
View on GoogleJade Hollinsworth
2 years ago
Omg. There are no words. This is tranquility nestled into a lull between Oklahoma City proper, and Yukon. Pedestrian park with a lovely view of the sunset, so many geese, birds, and a playground. The viewing area is incredible
View on GoogleBryan Smith
a year ago
Nice park. Pretty good layout. Walking trail is plenty wide. I wish the bathrooms weren't Port a potties that were beyond gross
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