About This Playground
🌳 Play for All Abilities Park in Round Rock, Texas is a 51,000 square foot universally accessible outdoor play environment designed for children of all abilities. The park features numerous themed play areas and sensory-rich experiences specifically designed to be inclusive for children with physical and cognitive disabilities while being enjoyable for all children.
Visitor Experience: The park consistently receives outstanding reviews, with an average rating of 4.8/5 stars across various platforms. Visitors particularly praise its inclusivity, cleanliness, and the variety of play options available for children of all abilities. Many families with special needs children especially appreciate the thoughtful design elements.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
151 N A W Grimes Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78664, USA
Phone
(512) 218-5540
+1 512-218-5540
Website
play4all.orgCoordinates
30.51465, -97.65249
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.
Playground Features
Age Suitability
The park is designed for children of all ages, with specific areas designated for different age groups. There are sections appropriate for toddlers (2-5 years) and older children (5-12 years), with all areas being accessible to children with varying abilities.
Equipment Available
The park features numerous specialized play areas including a Brushy Creek Village with miniature buildings, sensory pod area, music garden, sand box area with diggers, water play features, swings (including adaptive swings), wheelchair-accessible merry-go-round, slides, climbing structures, and interactive sensory panels.
Shaded Areas
The park offers several shaded play areas and covered pavilions strategically placed throughout. Many play structures have built-in shade canopies, and there are numerous mature trees providing natural shade.
Seating For Parents
Ample seating is available throughout the park, including benches positioned to provide good sightlines of play areas, covered picnic tables, and seating walls. Most seating areas include shade options.
Restroom Availability
Clean, family-friendly restrooms are available at the park with changing tables and accessible facilities.
Drinking Fountains
Multiple drinking fountains are located throughout the park, including accessible height options and bottle filling stations.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
The entire park is securely fenced with child-safe entry/exit points, providing a contained environment that gives parents peace of mind.
Surface Material
The park features a mix of surface materials including rubber safety surfacing in most play areas, engineered wood fiber in some sections, concrete pathways, and artificial turf. All surfaces are designed for maximum accessibility and safety.
Ada Accessibility
The park exceeds ADA requirements with wheelchair-accessible pathways throughout, ramped play structures, and specialized equipment designed for children with mobility challenges. Transfer platforms are available at multiple play structures.
Cleanliness Maintenance
The park is exceptionally well-maintained with regular cleaning schedules, prompt repairs, and consistent upkeep. Park staff and volunteers work diligently to ensure all equipment remains in excellent condition.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
A large parking lot is available directly adjacent to the park with numerous accessible parking spaces. During peak times, overflow parking is available in nearby lots.
Pet Policy
Service animals are welcome, but pets are not permitted within the playground areas to maintain cleanliness and safety.
Bike Racks
Multiple bike racks are positioned near the park entrances, encouraging eco-friendly transportation.
Nearby Food Options
While no food vendors are within the park itself, picnic areas allow families to bring their own food. Several restaurants and fast food options are available within a 5-minute drive.
Sports Areas
The park includes accessible sports features such as basketball hoops at varying heights and a multipurpose field.
Walking / Biking Trails Nearby
The park connects to the Round Rock trail system, offering extensive walking and biking opportunities beyond the playground area.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
Hundreds of user photos showcase the diverse play areas and happy children enjoying the facilities. Popular photos highlight the village area, adaptive swing sets, and water play features.
Recent Reviews
Recent visitors consistently mention the thoughtful design, cleanliness, and positive experience for children of all abilities. Parents of children with disabilities frequently express gratitude for the inclusive environment.
Crowd Levels
The park is busiest on weekends, holidays, and summer mornings. Weekday visits, especially during school hours, offer a quieter experience. Early mornings and late afternoons typically have moderate attendance.
Special Events
The park hosts regular events including adaptive play days, sensory-friendly gatherings, and seasonal celebrations. A calendar of events is maintained on the Round Rock Parks and Recreation website.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
The park is completely free to enter and use all facilities, making it accessible to families of all income levels.
Space For Groups
The park accommodates large groups with several pavilions available for reservation. These spaces are popular for birthday parties, school outings, and therapy group sessions.
Nature Connection
Natural elements are incorporated throughout the design with native plants, butterfly gardens, and nature-inspired play features that provide sensory experiences.
Noise Level
The park design creates natural sound barriers between different play areas, helping to manage noise levels. Quieter zones are available for children who are sensitive to excessive noise.
Aesthetic Design
The park features a cohesive, colorful design with thoughtful theming throughout. Each area has a distinct character while maintaining a unified aesthetic that is visually appealing without being overwhelming.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Park rangers and city staff regularly monitor the area. Security cameras are installed throughout the park for additional safety.
Rules Restrictions
Clear signage indicates age-appropriate areas, general park rules, and safety guidelines. Alcohol, smoking, and glass containers are prohibited. All play areas have posted capacity limits.
First Aid Availability
Park staff are trained in basic first aid. A first aid station is located near the main restroom facilities, and emergency response times to the park are typically under 5 minutes.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
The park serves as a hub for inclusive community programs including adaptive recreation activities, special needs playgroups, and therapeutic recreation services. Regular community events promote inclusion and accessibility awareness.
Social Interaction
The design intentionally facilitates interaction between children of different abilities, with cooperative play elements that require multiple participants. Caregivers frequently report positive social experiences for children who struggle in typical playground settings.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
The park incorporates sustainable practices including rainwater harvesting, native landscaping that requires minimal irrigation, and solar-powered features in some areas.
Renewable Energy
Solar panels power some park lighting and water features, demonstrating commitment to sustainable energy practices.
Walkability Bike Access
The park is connected to neighborhood sidewalks and bike paths, making it accessible without a car from many nearby residential areas. Bike and pedestrian infrastructure encourages non-vehicular visits.
Reviews
Bonny Blonstein
a week ago
Please don't litter! This place is awesome! There's like 9 parks in 1. you can take your family dogs on a hike. The park created a pathway with concrete. This makes it nice for people to bring strollers, bikess, scooters , etc. Next to the pathway, there's a small creek to educate Littles about conserving our bodies of water. If you get hot. Cool off with a snow cone from the food truck! Parking can be a little chaotic. There's definitely packing in the back of the park.
View on GoogleMeg Shipley
4 months ago
This park is absolutely incredible. We were visiting the area and googled park and we were so impressed! There truley is so much to do for every age, size, and capability. They have so many areas we didn't even visit them all. I was very impressed with the race track as well as the store fronts. My girl was way too occupied, running around on the train and the other play structures to even notice them! I really loved the woodsey area dedicated to monkeying around as well as the music station. I wish there were more parks like this! However, for how large this park is, the parking is limited. I was actually really surprised how small the lot was and had to drive around for a while before a spot opened up. Many other cars were parked illegally along red lines. That being said, for how many people there were, none of the areas felt overcrowded, and we didn't have to wait to use any equipment.
View on GoogleFrank Schoeplein
5 months ago
This place is heaven for kids. All sorts of various activities. A bike area setup like a little town with reproductions of local stores, shops, facilities, with fake roads, functioning crosswalks, and more. All the buildings have educational content inside and out. Very cool. Play areas range from standard playground equipment, to more natural logs and rocks. Everything is also setup fairly safely, with specialty equipment for those who have accessibility concerns. There are fully functioning, independent, and genderless restrooms. It was incredibly busy today, but it never felt crowded. They had Kona icee trucks parked outside today, too! No concessions or vending machines - bring your own water and snacks. It's free to get in!
View on GoogleNicole Caldwell
a month ago
This park is great!!! It has an unassuming entrance but the kids LOVE it. I love the quiet trail nearby!
View on GoogleLorenza Phillips Jr.
6 months ago
I got to take the kiddos to this fun park and they loved it. Despite it being in the height of summer, there were plenty of shade structures placed up over the majority of the attractions. Speaking of attractions, this place has it all..from play sets for various age groups to musical instruments to be played to a full small scale town with local shops and businesses represented there. There is also a dedicated veloway race track where kids can ride their bikes with no obstructions. Great park!
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