Play structure and bee-themed element at Hazel Miller Universally Accessible Playground
Fixed locationAll-abilities parks

Hazel Miller Universally Accessible Playground

Ballinger Park, Mountlake Terrace, WA

Large universally accessible playground in Ballinger Park with trail access, waterfront park context, and a newer purpose-built accessible design.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Good for toddlers through big kids

Hours

Public outdoor playground; no separate posted playground hours were clearly listed on the page reviewed.

Price

Free public playground in a city park.

Parking

Parking available

Visit style

Regional park outing

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A smart pick for families who want accessible play plus room to roam; the bigger Ballinger Park setting adds real outing value.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Families combining playground time with trails or waterfront walking.
  • Kids who do better at newer playgrounds designed with broader access in mind.
  • Mixed-age sibling visits with room to spread out in a larger park.
  • Transit-friendly outings near the Mountlake Terrace light rail station.
Less Ideal For
  • Families wanting a tiny, quick-stop neighborhood playground.
  • Visitors who need a clearly fenced perimeter around the play area.
  • Anyone seeking detailed published equipment specs before arrival.

At a Glance

Venue type

All-abilities park

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Family amenities

Parking

Shade level

Mixed shade

Accessibility supports

Accessible routesSmooth paths

Park context

Part of a larger parkTrail access

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryParking on site

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Plan Your Visit

ParkingPark access is available in Ballinger Park.
TransitNear the Mountlake Terrace light rail station.
Visit StyleBest as a longer park outing thanks to the surrounding trails and waterfront context.
Hours SummaryPublic outdoor playground; no separate posted playground hours were clearly listed on the page reviewed.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public playground in a city park.
AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Hazel Miller Universally Accessible Playground is a newer accessible play destination inside Ballinger Park in Mountlake Terrace. The city describes it as a universally accessible playground and places it within a 55-acre regional park near the light rail station, Interurban Trail, Lakeview Trail, and waterfront amenities. That larger-park context makes it a strong choice for families who want more than a quick playground stop. It is especially appealing for mixed-age outings, stroller and mobility-aid users, and families pairing playtime with walking trails or lakefront time.

Atlas Perspective

Inclusive Play Atlas Notes

Age FitGood for toddlers through big kids
Noise LevelUsually moderate
Visit StyleRegional park outing
Energy LevelModerate
Parent ComfortStrong for families who like larger park settings and walking options

Accessibility & Comfort

SummaryOfficial city page identifies this as a universally accessible playground.
Known Features
Universally accessible playground designADA paved pathway noted in city project materialsAccessible park setting with trail connections
Considerations
The public project page reviewed does not list every specific accessible play component.Future splash pad plans referenced on the page apply to the older playground area, not this new accessible playground.
Accessible routesSmooth paths

Gallery

Boat-themed and bee-themed playground features at Hazel Miller Universally Accessible Playground
Official city image showing themed accessible play elements at the Ballinger Park playground.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Good for toddlers through big kids

Hours

Public outdoor playground; no separate posted playground hours were clearly listed on the page reviewed.

Price

Free public playground in a city park.

Parking

Parking available

Contact Information

Address

23000 Lakeview Dr

Mountlake Terrace, WA, 98043

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 11, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 11, 2026

Created research-backed listing from official Mountlake Terrace sources.

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