Playground

Playground

This ADA accessible playground was designed to promote creativity and exploration through nature-based play. A miniature pod, swings, tunnels, cargo nets, and an accessible water feature are just a few of the many exciting things for guests of all ages and abilities to explore. Accessible picnic tables also make this area a wonderful spot for friends and families to gather.

Natural materials and organic architecture provide a safe environment for children to run, sit, jump, splash, and climb. The tree stumps and logs that you see throughout the playground are repurposed Ash trees from the Snake Creek Restoration Project. 

Dow Gardens Audio Tour
  1. Visitor Center & Gift Shop
  2. Birch Grove
  3. Boulder Pass & Waterfall
  4. Streamside
  5. Conservatory
  6. Secret Garden
  7. Herb Garden
  8. Sun Bridge
  9. The Pines
  10. The Yew Maze
  11. Willow Wedding Site
  12. Red Bridge Overlook & The Maze
  13. Founders' Circle
  14. The Bumps
  15. Observation Island
  16. Wedding Peninsula
  17. Rhododendron Trail
  18. Children's Garden
  19. Rose Garden & Trial Beds
  20. Rose Garden Bridge
  21. Orange Bridge Overlook & The Snake Creek Floodplain
  22. Orchard
  23. Mini Pines
  24. Wildflower Meadow
  25. Playground
  26. Forest Trails
  27. Covered Bridge
  28. Canopy Walk
  29. Education Center