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]
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- 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.
- Suitable for younger children.
- Fenced in.
This small playground has one play structure with a slide. There are two swing sets, one with baby swings, and a few picnic tables
- Suitable for young children/toddlers.
- Fenced in.
This is a cute little playground perfect for toddlers and young children. It has two small play structures, one with a few slides and a small tunnel for kids to crawl through. The fence is colorfully painted and there is a shaded pavilion as well as some benches and a picnic table.
- Suitable for older children.
- Fenced in.
This playground features monkey bars, swings, a zipline and a spiderweb climber. There is a basketball court nearby.
Brandon’s Beach at Burnside Park is a one-of-a-kind playground with a custom design inspired by Providence’s historic harbor. It features climbing structures, slides, spinners, swings and a wide variety of sensory-rich equipment. This playground was designed for children of all abilities and is suitable for children 2-12.
This playground right on the water has a play structure with slides, monkey bars and climbing features as well as a swing set. Note that it is not fenced and is right by the water. Bring sunscreen as there is very little shade!
- 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.
- 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.
- Suitable for multiple ages.
- No bathrooms.
- Fenced in.
Features baseball field, playground, scenic walking paths, and a gazebo.
- Suitable for multiple ages.
- Fenced in.
This small playground is perfect for younger children. It has a swing set with baby swings and a play structure with slides and climbing features that are all low to the ground. Bring sunscreen, there is limited shade.
- Suitable for multiple ages.
- Semi-fenced in.
This playground within the park has two sections next to one another, one for older children and one for toddlers. They are both somewhat small but well maintained. Each has a play structure with a slide and there are swings. The park itself has plenty of space to run and explore.
- Suitable for multiple ages.
- Fenced in.
This playground is part of the Norman Olson Park and has a swings as well as a medium sized play structure with a slide and climbing elements. There is little shade, so pack sunscreen.
This small playground within the park has a single play structure with slides and monkey bars. The park also has basketball and tennis courts.
- Better for younger children.
- Fenced in.
- Porta potty.
This small playground has a young child friendly play structure with a small slide. There is ample parking and some grassy areas for kids to run around in.
- 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.
- Suitable for multiple ages
- Not fenced, but on a culdisac
This cute little playground is off the beaten path at the end of a residential street. It has a play structure with a small rock wall and two slides. It has another slide as well as two climbing structures and a merry go round. Benches and limited shade.
- Suitable for younger children.
- Fenced in.
This small playground beside the baseball field has a swing set and a play structure with two slides, a bridge, a zipline, and climbing features. This playground does not have shade.
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- Suitable for toddlers/young children.
- Fenced in.
This small playground is perfect for younger children. It has a swing set with baby swings and a play structure with slides and climbing features that are all low to the ground. Bring sunscreen, there is limited shade.
- 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!
- Suitable for younger kids.
- Fenced in.
- Bathroom.
This playground has one play structure with slides, climbing features and tunnel and a swing set.