Playground Finder

Welcome to the PBM Playground finder. There’s nothing worse than being somewhere you aren’t super familiar with, having some time to spare with the kids and knowing there HAS to be a playground somewhere nearby, but not knowing where one or if it’s any good. After that happening to us one too many times, we did the research for you and created this playground finder! Happy Playing!

Don’t forget, if you have a favorite park that we’ve missed, we’d love to hear about it! Submit your favorite park using this form so we can consider adding it to our Playground Finder! If you visit one that’s on the list & would like to snap a few photos and send them our way to help make this an even better resource, email them to [email protected]

To set the search radius, enter the zip code in the “location” bar, select the gear symbol, and adjust. 

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31 Commercial St, Cranston, RI, United States
    • Beautiful, secure area with creative playground for kids. This area is gated, the area is entirely fenced making it a secure area for tots to run. The many different structures/boats/slides/seesaws/spinny chair things and balance beams make this playground tops in my book. Lots of benches/sidewalks trees on the edges for shade. It abuts a gated basketball court as well!
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RR 1A, Pawtucket, RI 02860
  • Suitable for multiple ages
  • Mostly fenced in.
  • Bathrooms nearby.

The playground in Slater Park is a lot of fun for kids of all ages. They have two large spiderweb climbers, a play structure suitable for older children as well as a section for young children/toddlers. There are swings, slides & right outside the gate is a large elephant statue. There is plenty of free parking, and Daggett Farm is practically right next to the playground. Within Daggett Farm there are ride on toys for kids to play with and animals to look at. Be aware that Daggett has very limited shade. Bring sunscreen and know that it gets hot! There is also lots to explore within Slater Park itself. 

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9th St, Providence, RI 02906, United States
  • Best for; Toddlers/Young Children
  • Fenced In
  • No Bathrooms
  • Some off street parking

This cute neighborhood playground features many plastic toys for kids to play with and is ideal for young children. There are picnic tables and some open grassy areas for children to play. There is some shade. 

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15 Paterson St, Providence, RI 02906, United States
  • Suitable for toddlers – school age
  • Fenced in

Paterson Park Playground has swings (baby and bigger kid), play structures, a small sandbox, open space for kids to run and two small basketball courts.

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Humboldt & Elton Streets Providence, RI 02906
  • Best for toddlers/preschoolers
  • Fenced in
  • No Bathrooms

This playground is known by several names; Gladys Potter Garden, Froggy Park & Humbolt park. It boasts lots of shade, a sandbox, swings, a see-saw, climbing structures and toys for the kids to play with. With benches and a picnic table ,it would be a great place to have lunch. Have your kids bring their bike or scooter and ride along the paved pathways. 

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Commercial St, Cranston, RI 02905, United States
  • Suitable for various ages
  • Fenced in
  • No bathrooms

With tons to do, this playground will not disappoint. There are swings, slides, toy climbing walls, a rocking balance beam, as well as the expected play structures and swings. 

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192 Avenue A, Woonsocket, RI, United States
  • Accessible
  • Suitable for various ages 
  • Fenced in
  • No bathrooms

The playground was designed to be accessible for individuals with physical disabilities, sensory issues, visual impairments, deafness, or cognitive delays, too. It includes a good-size jungle gym, swings, and a see-saw. On the other side of globe park there is an open field and small pond. There is limited shade at the playground. Ample parking because it is at the school. 

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Smith St At Jastram St, Providence, RI 02908
  • Suitable for various ages
  • Fenced in

The playground at Fragnoli Park has a play structure with a bridge and small slides, a sand box, water park area, and lots of swings. There is ample seating and nearby there is a batting cage and baseball field.

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185 Washburn Ave, Rumford, RI, United States
  • Suitable for various ages
  • Fenced in
  • No bathrooms

This playground is part of the larger Glenlyon Park which includes a baseball field, tennis court, basketball court, soccer field, paved walking path. The playground includes multiple play structures with slides, as well as swings. Bring a picnic lunch and explore the whole park!

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281 County Rd, Barrington, RI, United States
  • Suitable for all ages.
  • Fenced in.
  • Public restrooms nearby.

This playground is located behind the town hall and near the library. It has a dozen swings including two oversized,, a truck to drive, alligators to play on on, a spider web climber, slides, a rope bridge, hammock and a large tower. Smooth surface throughout.

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192-240 Kearney Street, Cranston, RI 02920, United States
  • Suitable for various ages.
  • Fenced in.

This small playground has a climbing structure and swingset. It has a few benches. Note that there is not much shade, if it’s a sunny day bring sunscreen!

 

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250 Water St, Warren, RI, United States
  • Good for younger kids.
  • Partially fenced in.

This is a very small park with a wooden pirate ship for kids to climb onto. No swings, slides, or other climbing features. 

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124 Camp St, Providence, RI 02906, United States
  • Suitable for older children. 
  • Fenced in.

This playground features monkey bars, swings, a zipline and a spiderweb climber. There is a basketball court nearby.

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138 Airport Rd, Westerly, RI 02891, United States
  • Suitable for toddlers as well as older children.
  • Fenced in.
  • Bathroom Facilities available.  

There are two playgrounds here, one for toddlers that includes swings as well as a play structure with small slides.

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1015 Hope St, Providence, RI, United States
  • Suitable for multiple ages.
  • Not fenced in.

This playground has some larger play structures with slides. There are also monkey bars and various pieces of equipment to climb on. It is in the middle of Lippitt Park, so while it is not fenced there is ample grass around it. There are several benches. 

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College Hill, Providence, RI, United States
  • Suitable for multiple ages.
  • Fenced in.

This playground, located behind Hope High, is a must visit if you are in the area. There are a lot of unique play features for kids to enjoy. In addition the typical play structure with slides there is a sandbox, a unique art feature that kids are able to climb on and in, and lots of obstacle course-like things. 

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515 Wickenden St, Providence, RI, United States
  • Suitable for younger children.
  • Fenced in.
  • Accessible

This playground has a large, wheelchair accessible play structure with several fun features.  There is a splash pad right next to the playground, so bear that in mind in the summer & bring a suit. Ample seating with some shade along the side. 

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152 Sessions St, Providence, RI 02906, United States
  • Better for younger kids, fairly small.
  • Fenced in.
  • Parking available

This playground has a small play structure with a slide and swings. 

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Howell St, Providence, RI 02906, United States
  • Suitable for older children with some equipment for toddlers. 
  • Fenced in. 

There is a lot to climb on at this playground! Aspiring gymnasts will enjoy the various monkey bars. There is also a merry go round and swings. 

 

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65 Aleppo St, Providence, RI 02909, United States
  • Suitable older children.
  • Partially fenced in. 

This large playground has multiple play structures including a very large one with a rock climbing feature. In addition it has a sandbox, swings, picnic tables, and some shade. The feature of most interest, however, are the tires that kids will love climbing on. 

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