Inclusive playground structure at Woodridge Park in Columbia
Source reviewedFixed locationAll-abilities parks

Woodridge Park

South Columbia near Ronald McDonald House and Women's and Children's Hospital, Columbia, MO

Neighborhood inclusive playground in Columbia with fencing, ramps to all levels, rubber surfacing, sensory play features, and nearby ADA parking.
Quick facts

Hours

Open daily 6:00-23:00.

Price

Free public park.

Parking

Neighborhood park with no typical on-site lot; two accessible parking spaces were added at Ronald McDonald House with sidewalk connection to the park.

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Source reviewed

2 public sources · Checked Apr 11, 2026.

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

  • name
  • location
  • hours
  • inclusive playground features

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.

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

For Columbia families who need a straightforward, clearly inclusive outdoor playground, Woodridge is the most intentionally designed option in the region right now.

At a Glance

Venue type

All-abilities park

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Mobility features

Ramped accessGround-level playWide pathways

Sensory and communication features

Musical playTactile playAuditory play

Family amenities

ShadeSeatingPicnic tablesAccessible parking

Safety and comfort

Perimeter fenceClear sightlines

Surface type

Rubber surface

Shade level

Partial shade

Accessibility supports

Accessible routesSmooth pathsWheelchair access to elevated play

Park context

Part of a larger parkTrail accessPicnic area

Operator type

Municipal

Visit options

Free entryOpen daily

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Fully fenced

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Trail0.4-mile hard-surface multi-use trail.
ParkingNeighborhood park with no typical on-site lot; two accessible parking spaces were added at Ronald McDonald House with sidewalk connection to the park.
WeatherOutdoor park with wooded surroundings and variable shade.
Facilities
Inclusive playgroundMini-shelter picnic areaHalf basketball courtHard-surface trail
Visit StyleBest for a focused playground stop or short outdoor break rather than a long destination outing.
Hours SummaryOpen daily 6:00-23:00.

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryFree public park.
AdmissionFree entry

About the Venue

Woodridge Park is one of Columbia's clearest purpose-built inclusive playgrounds, created with nearby families from the Ronald McDonald House, Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, and Women's and Children's Hospital in mind. The playground includes a fence enclosure, poured-in-place rubber surfacing, ramps to all levels, ground-level roller slides for sensory input, musical therapy play features, and a group swing. A short hard-surface trail loops through the wooded park, and the city added two ADA parking spaces next door with a sidewalk connection to improve access.

Birthday Party Snapshot

SummaryMore of a public-park meetup spot than a formal birthday venue.
Packages
Private RentalNo dedicated playground party product found.
Add Ons And Policies
Single-table mini-shelter/picnic area is available in the 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.

Safety
Fence enclosure around the playground
Considerations
Accessible parking is adjacent rather than inside a typical park lot.The public pages reviewed did not clearly list restroom access specific to the playground.
Mobility Access
Poured-in-place rubber surfaceRamps to all levels of the playgroundSidewalk connection from ADA parking spacesHard-surface trail for wheeling
Sensory Support
Ground-level roller slidesMusical therapy play features
Accessible routesSmooth pathsWheelchair access to elevated play

Gallery

Playground structure at Woodridge Park
Main inclusive play structure at Woodridge Park.
Group swing at Woodridge Park
Group swing designed so several kids or a parent and child can swing together.
Ground-level play feature at Woodridge Park
Ground-level play element within the inclusive playground.
Inclusive playground feature at Woodridge Park
Additional accessible play feature inside the fenced play area.

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Contact Information

Address

3505 Lansing Ave.

South entrance

Columbia, MO, 65201

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 city and tourism sources.

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