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Bonner Park spray deck at the park's family recreation area.
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Bonner Park Inclusive Playground

University District, Missoula, MT

Popular Missoula park with an inclusive playground, splash deck, picnic shelter, courts, and band shell in the University District.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Good for toddlers through big kids.

Hours

Open daily 6:00-23:00.

Price

Free public park and playground.

Visit style

Community park outing.

Birthday parties

Available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A great all-around family park when you want inclusive play plus classic park extras like water play, shelter space, and room for siblings to spread out.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Summer park days with playground and splash-deck time.
  • Mixed-age sibling visits.
  • Families who want a lively community-park atmosphere with picnic options.
Less Ideal For
  • Families seeking the most destination-style all-abilities playground in the region.
  • Visitors who need detailed public accessibility specs beyond the inclusive designation.

At a Glance

Venue type

Inclusive playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Sensory and communication features

Water play

Family amenities

Picnic tablesPavilions or shelters

Surface type

Mixed surfaces

Shade level

Mixed shade

Park context

Part of a larger parkSplash pad nearbyPicnic area

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryOpen dailyPavilion rentals

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
ParkingStandard park access in a central neighborhood setting.
Facilities
  • Splash deck
  • Picnic shelter
  • Picnic tables
  • Band shell
  • Basketball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
Stay LengthEasy place to stay longer when splash deck and open-park amenities are in use.
Hours SummaryOpen daily 6:00-23:00.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public park and playground.

About the Venue

Bonner Park is one of Missoula's most established family parks and the official facility page specifically identifies its playground as inclusive. The park combines play with a seasonal splash deck, picnic shelter, courts, and open community-park amenities, making it especially useful for sibling groups and summer visits. It is a flexible choice for families who want a central park outing rather than a playground-only stop.

Atlas Perspective

Inclusive Play Atlas Notes

Age FitGood for toddlers through big kids.
Noise LevelModerate to lively.
Visit StyleCommunity park outing.
Energy LevelMedium to high, especially during splash-deck season.
Parent ComfortStrong for longer family stays because shelter and open-park amenities help.
Booking FrictionLow for everyday visits; moderate if reserving shelter space.

Birthday Party Snapshot

SummaryStrong option for picnic-style birthdays and group meetups thanks to the reservable shelter.
Private RentalNo
Add Ons And Policies
Bonner Shelter can be reserved online through Missoula Parks and Recreation.Band Shell reservations are available through the city.

Accessibility & Comfort

SummaryOfficial facility page calls this an inclusive playground.
Known Features
Inclusive playground designationPicnic shelter nearbySplash deck in same park
Considerations
Public page does not list specific mobility or sensory equipment details.Families with precise surfacing or transfer needs may want a pre-visit check.

Gallery

Bonner Park splash deck
Official City of Missoula image from Bonner Park's facility gallery.

External Links

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Quick Summary

Best for

Good for toddlers through big kids.

Hours

Open daily 6:00-23:00.

Price

Free public park and playground.

Visit style

Community park outing.

Contact Information

Address

1600 Ronald Ave

Missoula, MT, 59801

Location
MontanaMissoula / Western MontanaMissoula, MT
Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 11, 2026

Checked against 1 public source.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 11, 2026

Created listing from official Bonner Park facility page.

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