by NYC Parks
Set at 196th St and 197th St between 113th Ave and Murdock Ave, Daniel M. O'Connell Playground is a neighborhood spot where children climb, explore and play with friends. The layout includes ramped routes onto the structures and accessible swings, making it a good pick for families using wheelchairs or strollers. Summer brings the spray showers, so pack a towel and a change of clothes.
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Open dawn to dusk; spray showers run in summer on hot days
Free; no registration
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Ages 0–12.
Free; no registration
Open dawn to dusk; spray showers run in summer on hot days
113-01 196th Street, 11412, in St. Albans, Queens.
No. Daniel M. O'Connell Playground is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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