There’s an incredible Wisconsin playground that welcomes everyone. In the heart of Janesville, Wisconsin, CAMDEN playground is a testament to the power of community and inclusivity. It was an area that inspired other communities in Wisconsin and beyond and for kids, it’s just as fun as it was in the 90s. Here’s what you need to know about CAMDEN Playground, Wisconsin’s most inclusive playground.
CAMDEN Playground's journey began in 1993 when it was first constructed in Palmer Park, a park that’s a short drive west of Interstate 90 on E. Racine Street.
The park is pretty great. It covers 164 acres and it’s Janesville’s second-largest park. It has a ton of amenities, like a kid-friendly zip line and wading pool.
The star of this park is CAMDEN Playground. When it opened, it was the largest and most accessible playground in the world. It’s a recreational area designed to accommodate individuals of all ages and abilities, including those with physical, sensory, and cognitive disabilities.
The playground was first envisioned by Todd Long and Sherry Kuelz – they were inspired to create a playground that could be used by kids like Sherry’s nephew Camden.
The playground was a huge hit, it’s had well over a million visitors and hundreds of communities have been inspired to also build accessible playgrounds.
The playground has been around for a while but it was completely rebuilt in 2016 and it’s better than ever. It’s also called castle park and when you arrive, you’ll see the castle walls. There are many accessible features, like a wheelchair accessible merry-go-round.
I remember when the original playground was new – it’s great to see the place still thriving all these years later. Learn more about Palmer Park on the Janesville website. Plan your next trip to Janesville on Booking.com. Here are some more great things to see and do in Wisconsin.
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