Published pricing
New northwest Bend playground with paved and soft-surface paths, shade shelter, picnic amenities, wheelchair-accessible features, and a striking beaver play structure.
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Juniper Park Playground
Bend, OR
Accessible Bend playground with pod-style layout, concrete connections, tactile and sound play, spinning and balance features, swings, and expanded ADA parking.
Quick facts
Price
Free public park playground.
Parking
Expanded ADA parking is specifically noted by Bend Park & Recreation.
Profile
Strong profile coverage
Needs recheck
Public-source evidence needs review. Confirm time-sensitive details using the business links above.
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
- accessible play designation
- sound play
- tactile play
- spinning and balance play
What remains unknown
- Current operating hours or season
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
Price
Free public park playground.
Parking
Expanded ADA parking is specifically noted by Bend Park & Recreation.
Profile
Strong profile coverage
Atlas Perspective
Editor's Take
A strong everyday Bend option for families who want real access features without committing to a full destination-day outing.
At a Glance
Venue type
Inclusive playground
Age groups
ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages
Mobility features
Ground-level playWide pathways
Sensory and communication features
Tactile playMusical playVestibular playAuditory play
Family amenities
Restrooms nearbyParkingAccessible parking
Surface type
Mixed surfaces
Shade level
Mixed shade
Restroom access
Nearby restrooms
Accessibility supports
Accessible routesSmooth paths
Park context
Part of a larger park
Operator type
Municipal
Visit options
Free entry
Toddler-friendly
Yes
Verified only
Yes
Plan Your Visit
ParkingExpanded ADA parking is specifically noted by Bend Park & Recreation.
RestroomsRestrooms are listed among accessible nearby park amenities on the district accessibility page.
Visit StyleGood for a standard neighborhood-to-community park outing rather than a full-day destination.
What To Bring
WaterSun protectionMobility aids as needed
Pricing Snapshot
SummaryFree public park playground.
AdmissionFree
Juniper Park is one of Bend's strongest officially documented accessible play stops. Bend Park & Recreation highlights the playground's enhanced accessible features, including a pod-style layout connected by concrete pathways and a mix of sound and tactile play elements, spinning and balance play, swings, and climbing. It works especially well for families who want a clearly connected layout rather than a single crowded structure, and it sits inside a larger city park setting with restrooms and parking nearby.
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.
Considerations
Official page confirms enhanced accessible design but does not publish full surfacing specs on the accessibility summary page.Open park setting may require closer supervision for runners.
Official Highlights
- Enhanced accessible playground features
- Concrete pathway connecting pod-style play areas
- Sound play elements
- Tactile play elements
- Spinning and balance structures
- Swings
- Expanded ADA parking
Accessible routesSmooth paths
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Contact Information
Phone
(541) 389-7275Address
800 NE 6th Street
Bend, OR, 97701
Location
Source & Verification
Last updated
August 3, 2026
Verification summary
Last source review: April 11, 2026
Checked against 2 public sources.
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 official Bend Park & Recreation accessibility materials.
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