1 / 2Secret Garden
📍 Newtown, NY
Fenced nature-themed playground with climbing structures, swings, slides, and a dragonfly seesaw, set within the Garden of Reflection 9/11 memorial. Restrooms, parking, and picnic pavilions are on-site.
This playground is such a gem! It’s clean, fenced in with bathrooms nearby and love all the nature details to this space. There’s lots to climb, swing and slide on. Love the dragonfly sea saw. There’s also two pavilions. There is the garden of reflection which is a memorial for 9/11 with beautiful landscaping. There’s walking paths, basketball courts and a sand volleyball court too.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
A strong pick for families with children under 6. The fenced perimeter gives toddlers room to roam without escape risk, and the nature theme adds visual interest beyond standard equipment. Older kids are likely to move on quickly. Check the perimeter fencing on arrival — some sections have shown rust.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Pennsylvania Kid
a year ago
“This playground is such a gem! It’s clean, fenced in with bathrooms nearby and love all the nature details to this space. There’s lots to climb, swing and slide on. Love the dragonfly sea saw. There’s also two pavilions. There is the garden of reflection which is a memorial for 9/11 with beautiful landscaping. There’s walking paths, basketball courts and a sand volleyball court too.”
Neeti Prabhudesai
a year ago
“Visited this place on a Sunday evening. A beautiful playground at the Garden of Reflection. You will definitely enjoy this place if you have kids. The playground is more so for kids who are younger than 5-6 years old, however no restrictions are mentioned. I feel older kids will not enjoy it much. Ample parking is available, picnic tables and washrooms are in near by.”
Summer Hughes
8 months ago
“Absolutely love! Great playground for younger kids. Well kept and very clean!”
melissa albarran
3 years ago
“Didn't get to explore the whole area, but enjoyed it anyway. Love a good themed playground for the kids!”
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Overview
Secret Garden sits inside the Garden of Reflection memorial park in Newtown, NY. The fenced playground features climbing structures, multiple swings, slides, and a signature dragonfly seesaw. Two covered pavilions provide shade near the equipment. The surrounding memorial gardens include walking paths and sports courts. Restrooms and parking are readily accessible.
