Emerald Fields Park – A Must-Visit Universal Playground

Updated Pictures/IG Reel – May 2021

Who doesn’t love discovering a great park by chance? A few summers ago, we stumbled upon a hidden gem in Dublin, located right behind the Kroger on Sawmill and Hard Rd. I can’t recall why we were there, but I’m glad we were. The playground is a universally accessible space designed to cater to kids of all physical abilities, from toddlers to school-aged children and even parents. The playground features accessible surfacing, ramps, swings, and other amenities, making it a great spot for children with special needs and those of different skill levels to enjoy together.

Address: 4040 Wyandotte Woods Blvd., Dublin, OH 43016

◆ They have bathrooms with drinking fountains ◆

◆ Near the (large) parking lot, they have a shelter with picnic tables ◆

◆ Spin Cup | Rock Wall | NEOS 360 ◆

◆ Fun games throughout the structure, including a Scavenger Hunt ◆

◆ Lots of swings, including infant swings ◆

◆ Mulch FREE ◆

◆Not a ton of shade on the main play structure by trees, but they did have canopies over certain spots +  you can find spots of shade via trees and bigger canopies when needed ◆

Update: The girls are 2.5 years old and I felt like they could pretty much do everything safely. Most places were closed in and easy to climb on. They had a lot of activities on the ground floor to occupy them, too.

Although these pictures were taken way back in 2016, the park still looks pretty much the same today. However, I should mention that I recently (May 2021) removed what they’ve taken out since then.

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Bonus tip: If you’re in the mood for some frozen yogurt after your outdoor play, Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt is located in the same plaza as Kroger. And if you’re hungry for lunch or dinner, there are plenty of great options within a 5-minute drive (or less) of the playground, including Swensons, 101 Beer Kitchen, Anna’s Greek Restaurant, and Los Guachos.