Castle Hills Park Reimagined: A New Inclusive Playground for Boise, Idaho
In 2024, the Castle Hills community in Boise faced a major setback when a fire destroyed their neighborhood playground. But out of that loss came an inspiring story of community involvement, resilience, and renewal. After the City of Boise put the project out to bid, the community was invited to vote on their favorite design—and we’re proud to share that Luckydog Recreation won the vote and the opportunity to rebuild this beloved play space.
Today, Castle Hills Park is home to a brand-new, fully inclusive, ADA-friendly playground designed to welcome children of all ages and abilities. This large Playcraft Systems playground features:
- Wheelchair-height Spin Cycler for accessible motion play
- Wheelchair-accessible slide so all children can enjoy the thrill of sliding
- Sensory play panels located along an ADA ramp leading to elevated play areas
- Mini go-round, multiple slides, and tons of climbing elements
- Standard swings, inclusive group swings, and ADA swings for a full range of motion experiences
One of the standout additions is a brand-new innovation from Playcraft Systems: Terrain Effects—elevated natural-feeling mounds that add a whole new layer of creative movement and exploration. At Castle Hills Park, these mounds are connected by the Nimble Bay Bridge, creating a unique adventure path kids can climb, balance, and navigate.
We’re incredibly proud of how this project came together and grateful for the trust the community and the City of Boise placed in us. Castle Hills Park is now a place where families can gather, children can play freely, and inclusion is built into every corner of the design.
Here’s to a fresh start and many years of safe, joyful play for Boise’s families!
👉 Learn more about Terrain Effects here.
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