Kids are wonderful, but they can also be a bit of a handful. It seems like every time you’re getting ready to settle down for a relaxing day of doing nothing, they get a sudden burst of energy and want to wreak havoc on everything around them. There are plenty of great family attractions in Connecticut, but if you’re looking for somewhere where a kid can be a kid and interact with others in their own age group, it doesn’t get much better than a good old-fashioned playground. You can find playgrounds at many parks throughout the state, but one of our favorites is Josh’s Jungle All-Abilities Playground in Hamden.
If you’re not familiar with all-abilities playgrounds, the general concept is that it’s a playground where all kids can play together. Kids of different ages and ability levels will find something to entertain themselves.
Josh’s Jungle All Abilities Playground
There’s equipment that can be used by everyone here, even kids with special needs. Kids who use wheelchairs or have autism can play side-by-side with others instead of being separated into a “special” area.
Josh’s Jungle All Abilities Playground
The playground is fully gated, so you don’t have to worry about your kids running out into the street in the blink of an eye.
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You’ll find plenty of benches along the fence so that you can supervise without being too far away.
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The foam-like surface is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs alike and also protects the little ones in the event of falls.
Josh’s Jungle All Abilities Playground
There are plenty of slides and climbing areas for kids of all ages to explore.
Josh’s Jungle All Abilities Playground
This is such a great playground in Connecticut that can be utilized by kids of all abilities.
Josh’s Jungle All Abilities Playground
For more information about Josh’s Jungle All-Abilities Playground, check out the playground’s website. The playground is free to use and open daily.
Josh’s Jungle All Abilities Playground
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Address: Josh’s Jungle All Abilities Playground, 2875 Dixwell Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
