Skinner Park Playground

Chicago, IL

The playground features colorful climbing structures, a slide, circular rings for climbing, and a soft rubber surface. There are trees providing natural elements in the background.

About this playground

Facilities

This playground is a spacious, well-designed area featuring various climbing structures and a water spray feature, perfect for those hot summer days. The playground surface is made from soft rubber, providing safety for little ones as they play.

Equipment

The climbing equipment includes interconnected structures, slides, and circular rings, catering to older children as well. Parents will appreciate the thoughtfully designed equipment that encourages active play.

Safety & Cleanliness

Despite the playground's potential, some visitors have noted issues with cleanliness and maintenance, including trash and broken facilities, which might affect the overall visitor experience.

Amenities

The area has benches and picnic tables for adult seating, though access to shade for caregivers may be limited. Additional amenities like toilets and nearby parking options are unclear, with further details on surrounding facilities remaining uncertain.

Who It's For

The playground is suitable for children of all ages, especially those up to 10 years old, as it offers a variety of challenges for different skill levels.

What is Missing

Improvements could be made in terms of cleanliness and maintenance, ensuring that all facilities are functional and the area is well-kept for visitors.

Equipment

  • climbing structure
  • slide
  • circular rings

Ratings & insights

★★★★½ (4.8)9 reviews
Visitor experiences have been mixed, with some highlighting the spaciousness and variety of equipment, while others have raised concerns about cleanliness and maintenance issues. The playground is generally seen as fun and engaging, but the upkeep has lowered, causing some disappointment among families.

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