Hodge Park Playground
📍 Kansas City, MO
Hodge Park Playground features a zipline, varied climbing structures, and a turf surface within Kansas City's 1,029-acre Hodge Park. On-site bathrooms and ample parking are available.
Great playground. The kids love the climbing structures and the zipline. There are a variety of options for the kids to play and the turf is a nice touch. Lots of parking, and I noticed there are bathrooms up this year- very excited about that, as the porta-potty at one end of the parking lot was difficult to navigate with more than one young child.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Excellent for families with school-age kids who want more than a basic playground. The zipline and climbing variety hold older children's attention longer than typical setups. Families can extend the visit into the broader park's museum, trails, and sports facilities.
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Karen Davis
“Great playground. The kids love the climbing structures and the zipline. There are a variety of options for the kids to play and the turf is a nice touch. Lots of parking, and I noticed there are bathrooms up this year- very excited about that, as the porta-potty at one end of the parking lot was difficult to navigate with more than one young child.”
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Overview
Set inside Hodge Park — Kansas City's second-largest at over 1,000 acres — this playground punches above its weight with a zipline, multiple climbing structures, and a turf surface that stays cleaner than grass. Permanent bathrooms were recently added, replacing an old porta-potty. Parking is plentiful. The surrounding park offers the Shoal Creek Living History Museum, a golf course, and pickleball courts, making it a full-day destination for families.
