Santa Rita Park Playground
Durango, CO
Riverfront Durango playground with ramped play access and rubber surfacing designed to be more inclusive for kids using wheelchairs, crutches, and other mobility aids.
Atlas perspective
Atlas Verdict
One of the stronger Western Slope options when you want a public playground with documented ramp access and wheelchair-friendlier surfacing, even if the published feature list is still limited.
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor playground with conditions that can shift with sun, wind, or seasonal weather.
- Bring
- Sun protection
- Bring
- Water bottles
- Bring
- A change of clothes if pairing with other riverfront activities
What to Expect
Play and access
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ramped access
- Ground-level play
Family planning
- Parking
- Rubber surface
- Limited shade
- Visit type
- Quick local stop or add on to a larger durango outing.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Entry | Free |
Published admission can change. Confirm current prices and taxes before visiting.
Accessibility
Summary
Public reporting on the city project confirmed a rubberized safety surface and many ramps intended to improve access for children who use wheelchairs or crutches.
Known Features
Rubberized surfacing
Known Features
Ramp-heavy design
Known Features
More inclusive replacement playground
Considerations
Published sources reviewed did not clearly confirm a wheelchair swing, transfer stations, or communication boards.
Considerations
Families with highly specific adaptive needs may want to preview photos before a long trip.
Mobility features
Ramped access
Mobility features
Ground-level play
These details summarize published sources and dated reports. They are not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Location
149 Roosa Ave
Durango, CO, 81301
Nearby Alternatives
Compare three other local options using their published fit and planning details.
Rifle's new universally designed park includes a large ADA-compliant playground, poured-in-place surfacing, accessible paths, shade shelters, restrooms, and lighting.
Downtown Montrose playground rebuilt with an inclusive design approach and ADA-focused compliance in one of the city's busiest parks.
Sources & Updates
Time-sensitive details still need a dated source check