Inclusive Play Atlas
Source-checked Apr 11, 2026All-abilities parks

Jean Preston Memorial Playground

Near the Emerald Isle public boating access area on Bogue Sound, Emerald Isle, NC

Emerald Isle memorial playground with wheelchair-inclusive play intent, waterfront park setting, and town-backed development focused on broader access.

Play structure at Jean Preston Memorial Playground in Emerald Isle

Official Emerald Isle image of the memorial playground.

Photo 1 of 3. Official Emerald Isle image of the memorial playground.

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Atlas Verdict

This is the strongest inclusive-play stop in Emerald Isle if your priority is a publicly accessible playground with wheelchair-inclusive intent rather than a standard beach-town park.

Know Before You Go

Bring
Sun protection
Bring
Water
Bring
Weather-appropriate footwear

What to Expect

Play and access

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Ground-level play
  • Accessible routes

Family planning

  • Parking
  • Limited shade
Visit type
Quick stop neighborhood style visit in a scenic area

Hours & Admission

Admission

Free public playground.

Accessibility

Summary

Official town materials confirm the site as a dedicated memorial playground, and destination materials describe specialized equipment that allows children in wheelchairs to participate.

Known Features

Wheelchair-inclusive play intent

Known Features

Public outdoor playground setting

Considerations

The official town page does not publish a detailed component list.

Considerations

Families with specific access needs may want to treat verified details as limited to wheelchair-inclusive equipment rather than a full feature inventory.

Mobility features

Ground-level play

Accessibility supports

Accessible routes

These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.

Location

6800 Emerald Drive

Emerald Isle, NC, 28594

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Sources & Updates

Source-checked Apr 11, 2026 against 2 public sources