Perhaps overshadowed by all the hoopla this year surrounding the opening of the Sunset Cove Amphitheater and the Canine Cove dog park in nearby South County Regional Park, there’s another new attraction there worthy of mention.

The County also recently opened an accessible playground, a unique concept that enables children with disabilities to play alongside those without such disabilities. It is located next to the new amphitheater and dog park.

The new playground was inspired by the highly successful Picower Super Park in Lake Worth, which features one of over 100 Boundless Playgrounds™ that have opened throughout the United States over the last decade.

Many children have disabilities that make it difficult for them to enjoy traditional playgrounds. These children often do not get to experience what most other children take for granted.

The new barrier-free playground has ramps that allow children in wheelchairs to experience elevated areas safely. Balance beams and stepping pods support children with Down Syndrome and help to improve their equilibrium.

Rigorous and challenging activities will allow all children to play at their highest potential. This new playground provides an opportunity for all children – with and without disabilities – to play together side-by-side.

A shaded gazebo with benches is included in the playground, as well as 19 additional benches and a drinking fountain.

To get to the accessible playground, the dog park or the amphitheater for the next six to eight months, go west on Glades 2.5 miles from 441 to the park’s new southern entrance just past the fire station, then follow the signs.

By April of next year, the road that now ends at Coconut Cove Waterpark will be extended to these newest attractions, making it a much shorter trip for those of us who live in northwest West Boca.

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