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Small ADA-accessible neighborhood playground in South Portland with a loop path and on-site parking.
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Talbot Community School Inclusive Playground
Portland, ME
Portland's first ADA-inclusive public school playground with accessible surfacing, inclusive swings, and a merry-go-round families can use outside school hours.
Quick facts
Hours
Public access is available because Portland school playgrounds are public parks; exact daily posted hours were not clearly published on the source reviewed.
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
- inclusive playground status
- public access note
- inclusive swings
- Merry Go Around
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
Public access is available because Portland school playgrounds are public parks; exact daily posted hours were not clearly published on the source reviewed.
Price
Free public playground.
Profile
Usable profile coverage
Atlas Perspective
Editor's Take
One of the clearest mobility-access options in Portland, especially if you want a straightforward neighborhood playground with public access.
At a Glance
Venue type
Inclusive playground
Age groups
ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages
Mobility features
Adaptive swingsInclusive spinnerGround-level play
Surface type
Rubber surface
Shade level
Limited shade
Accessibility supports
Accessible routesSmooth paths
Operator type
Municipal
Visit options
Free entry
Toddler-friendly
Yes
Plan Your Visit
Visit StyleBest as a neighborhood play stop.
What To Bring
WaterSun gear in warm weather
Hours SummaryPublic access is available because Portland school playgrounds are public parks; exact daily posted hours were not clearly published on the source reviewed.
Pricing Snapshot
SummaryFree public playground.
AdmissionNo admission fee noted.
Talbot Community School Inclusive Playground is Portland's first ADA-inclusive playground and is open to the public because Portland school playgrounds function as public parks. Official project details highlight inclusive swings, a merry-go-around, specially designed play equipment, and a surface intended to support wheelchair and crutch access. This is a strong pick for families prioritizing basic mobility access in a familiar neighborhood-school setting rather than a large destination park.
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.
Highlights
ADA-inclusive designSurface intended to allow easier movement by wheelchairs and crutchesInclusive swingsInclusive merry-go-aroundSpecially designed play equipment
Considerations
Public source reviewed did not publish a full equipment inventory.Restroom and fencing details were not clearly confirmed in the official source reviewed.
Accessible routesSmooth paths
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Contact Information
Address
1600 Forest Avenue
Portland, ME, 04103
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 project announcement and image source.
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