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Matthews McKinley Park Playground

Lakewood, NJ

Lakewood public playground included in Ocean County's recent push toward more inclusive play upgrades.
Quick facts

Price

Free public playground.

Profile

Usable 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

  • park name
  • city
  • inclusive-upgrade status

What remains unknown

  • Current operating hours or season
  • Current photo coverage

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.

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A worthwhile Lakewood local-play option if you value recent public investment in inclusive play, even though the published details are still basic.

At a Glance

Venue type

Inclusive playground

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entry

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Plan Your Visit

WeatherOutdoor only.
Visit StyleShort outdoor park visit.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public playground.
AdmissionFree

About the Venue

Matthews McKinley Park in Lakewood was listed by Ocean County as one of the playgrounds upgraded to be more inclusive for children of all abilities. For most families, it reads as a practical local playground choice rather than a major regional destination. Official confirmation exists for the upgrade, but the specific mobility, sensory, and amenity details available publicly are still sparse.

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.

SummaryOfficial county source confirms this park's playground was part of the more inclusive upgrade effort.
Considerations
Exact inclusive equipment and surfacing details were not clearly published in reviewed sources.

External Links

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Contact Information

Address

Lakewood, NJ

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 official county post.

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