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Large Plymouth recreation complex with an ADA-accessible playground, paved walking loop, pavilion, picnic tables, and plenty of parking for longer outdoor outings.
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HOPS Playground
Next to Holmes Library, Halifax, MA
Fenced Halifax playground next to Holmes Library with wood-chip and rubber surfacing, a shade structure, and varied preschool-through-elementary play features.
Quick facts
Hours
Dawn to dusk.
Price
Free public playground.
Parking
Ample on-site parking at Holmes Library, 400 Plymouth Street.
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Needs recheck
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Editorial Review
Why included
Inclusive Play Atlas includes this accessible playground because it has enough public information to compare fit, logistics, and source context.
What we verified
- name
- alias
- address
- phone
What remains unknown
No additional gaps are currently recorded. This does not mean every access feature has been assessed.
Profile updated August 3, 2026; source check April 11, 2026. Confirm current park hours, construction closures, restroom availability, and the specific accessibility features your family needs before making a special trip.
Plan This Visit
Hours
Dawn to dusk.
Price
Free public playground.
Parking
Ample on-site parking at Holmes Library, 400 Plymouth Street.
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Atlas Perspective
Editor's Take
One of the stronger family picks in this region for everyday inclusive play thanks to fencing, shade, mixed surfacing, and a broader feature mix than many small town parks.
At a Glance
Venue type
Inclusive playground
Age groups
PreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages
Mobility features
Ground-level play
Sensory and communication features
Vestibular playVisual play
Family amenities
ShadeSeatingPicnic tablesParking
Safety and comfort
Perimeter fenceClear sightlines
Surface type
Mixed surfaces
Shade level
Partial shade
Accessibility supports
Accessible routes
Park context
Picnic area
Operator type
Municipal
Visit options
Free entryDawn to duskParking on site
Fully fenced
Yes
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Mondaydawn - dusk
Tuesdaydawn - dusk
Wednesdaydawn - dusk
Thursdaydawn - dusk
Fridaydawn - dusk
Saturdaydawn - dusk
Sundaydawn - dusk
ParkingAmple on-site parking at Holmes Library, 400 Plymouth Street.
WeatherOutdoor site with some shade support from the structure rather than full natural cover.
Facilities
- Benches
- Shade structure
- Picnic tables
- Trash receptacles
- Swings
- Slides
- Climbing structures
- Tunnel
- Seesaw
Visit StyleBest for straightforward local play visits.
Hours SummaryDawn to dusk.
Pricing Snapshot
SummaryFree public playground.
AdmissionFree
HOPS Playground, also known as Halifax Open Play Space, is a community-built playground beside Holmes Library in Halifax. The fenced layout includes swings, slides, climbing structures, a tunnel, seesaw, biplane, treehouse-themed elements, benches, and a shade structure with picnic tables. Public source material also marks the site as ADA accessible and notes a mixed wood-chip and rubber surface. It is not documented as a fully specialized destination all-abilities park, but it stands out as one of the better family-friendly and access-conscious playground options in this set of towns.
Accessibility & Comfort
These details reflect published sources and dated reports, not an ADA inspection. Confirm the specific supports and barriers that matter for your visit.
SummarySource explicitly states ADA access and notes a mixed wood-chip and rubber surface.
Known Features
ADA access noted by sourceFenced play areaWood chips and rubber surfacingShade structure with picnic tables
Considerations
Specific mobility transfer points and adaptive swing types are not detailed in the public listing.
Accessible routes
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Contact Information
Phone
(781) 293-1734Address
499 Plymouth St
Halifax, MA, 02338
Source & Verification
Last updated
August 3, 2026
Verification summary
Last source review: April 11, 2026
Checked against 1 public source.
This profile summarizes published information and dated reports. It is not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Reviewed as
Municipal source review
What Changed
April 11, 2026
Created listing from current NSRWA source.
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