Community Playground

PLEASE NOTE: Beginning Monday, March 9, the Community Playground will be closed for renovation through late 2026. The restroom and parking lot will remain open through late spring.

For more info about the playground renovation as well as other planned enhancements for MLK Park, please access the Martin Luther King, Jr. Park project page. While the Community Playground is being improved, please enjoy our other playgrounds. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

About Community Playground

Often referred to as the “castle park,” the Community Playground is a very large wooden structure that allows imaginative play activities. Designed by nationally known playground designer Robert Leathers, this playground is quite unique and has climbing features as well as swings and a slide. A pavilion is available nearby for rental.

Park Features & Amenities

  • Bike rack icon Bike Racks
  • Park bench icon Park Benches
  • Pavilion icon Pavilion
  • Picnic table icon Picnic Tables
  • Playground icon Playground

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Visitor Information

Hours of Operation

8 a.m. to dusk

Recommended ages: 5-12

Our Vision

Winter Park is the city of arts and culture, cherishing its traditional scale and charm while building a healthy and sustainable future for all generations.