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Playgrounds in West Des Moines

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The playground features various climbing equipment, including a multi-level play structure with slides and stairs. There is a large canopy area, but no full rain cover is visible. The ground is covered with wood chips for safety.

Fairmeadows Park Playground

A delightful playground with ample climbing opportunities and plenty of slides for kids to enjoy!

551 22nd St
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265.0
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Equipment
  • climbing structure
  • slides
  • stairs
Hours
🕒 Hours unavailable
★★★★★ (5.0)8 reviews

Amenities

Toilet Nearby: ??
Water Play Area: ✗✗
Shaded Areas: ✓✓
Rain Cover/Shelter: ✗✗
Adult Seating: ??
Fenced/Gated Area: ??
Device Charging: ??
Food/Restaurants Nearby: ??
Drinking Water Fountain: ??
Parking Available: ✓✓
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A sign marking Jordan Creek Park is visible, along with grassy fields and trees. The area appears open with no visible playground equipment directly in sight.

Jordan Creek Park

A lovely open space perfect for outdoor activities and community engagement.

310 50th St
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265.0
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Equipment
  • climbing equipment
Hours
🕒 Daily: 6am–10pm
★★★★★ (5.0)5 reviews

Amenities

Toilet Nearby: ??
Water Play Area: ✗✗
Shaded Areas: ??
Rain Cover/Shelter: ✗✗
Adult Seating: ✗✗
Fenced/Gated Area: ✗✗
Device Charging: ??
Food/Restaurants Nearby: ??
Drinking Water Fountain: ??
Parking Available: ✓✓
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The playground features a multi-level climbing structure with slides, swings, and additional climbing apparatus. The area is surrounded by mulch, and there are green spaces nearby.

Fairmeadows

A vibrant playground offering a mix of climbing equipment and swings for children to enjoy.

2132 Walnut St
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265.0
WDM
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Equipment
  • climbing structure
  • slides
  • swings
Hours
🕒 Hours unavailable
★★★★½ (4.8)16 reviews

Amenities

Toilet Nearby: ✓✓
Water Play Area: ✗✗
Shaded Areas: ✓✓
Rain Cover/Shelter: ✗✗
Adult Seating: ✓✓
Fenced/Gated Area: ✗✗
Device Charging: ??
Food/Restaurants Nearby: ✗✗
Drinking Water Fountain: ✓✓
Parking Available: ✓✓
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The playground consists of climbing structures, including a circular climbing frame and slides. The layout features a well-spaced arrangement, with wood chips underfoot, contributing to safety. Surrounding the playground are a few trees, providing some natural shade while the weather remains clear. The equipment appears well-maintained, suitable for recreational use by children. Adjacent areas seem open and landscaped with a gentle slope, hinting at a connection to wider recreational space nearby.

Raccoon River Park

This playground offers a peaceful retreat with accessible equipment for children, situated conveniently close to the city yet surrounded by natural beauty, making it a popular spot for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

2500 Grand Ave
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265
West Des Moines
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Equipment
  • circular climbing frame
  • slides
Hours
🕒 Daily: 7am–10pm
★★★★½ (4.7)2482 reviews

Amenities

Toilet Nearby: ✗✗
Water Play Area: ✗✗
Shaded Areas: ✓✓
Rain Cover/Shelter: ✗✗
Adult Seating: ✓✓
Fenced/Gated Area: ✗✗
Device Charging: ✗✗
Food/Restaurants Nearby: ✗✗
Drinking Water Fountain: ✗✗
Parking Available: ✗✗
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Playground for WDM, West Des Moines, Iowa

Brown's Woods

465 Brown's Woods Dr
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265.0
WDM
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Equipment
  • No equipment information available
Hours
🕒 Daily: 6:30am–10:30pm
★★★★½ (4.7)511 reviews

Amenities

Toilet Nearby: ??
Water Play Area: ??
Shaded Areas: ??
Rain Cover/Shelter: ??
Adult Seating: ??
Fenced/Gated Area: ??
Device Charging: ??
Food/Restaurants Nearby: ??
Drinking Water Fountain: ??
Parking Available: ??
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