Herron Playground
4.6(197)4.6 out of 5 stars, 197 reviews Philadelphia, PA
About Herron Playground
Herron Playground stands out primarily for its excellent water play features, particularly its multi-height sprinklers that cater to a wide range of young children, including babies and toddlers. It also offers a clean environment and a full basketball court, making it a versatile option for families looking for both splash-pad fun and dry play. While the water features are a definite hit, some parents find the non-sprinkler playground equipment to be less engaging or in need of upkeep.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Summer outings with babies, toddlers, and young children who love water play.Families seeking a clean, safe park environment with amenities like seating.Families with mixed-age children, where younger ones can enjoy sprinklers and older ones can use the basketball court.A casual family park visit rather than a destination for extensive, complex play structures.**Infants/Toddlers (0-3 years):** Excellent for 'smaller babies' due to the varied heights of the water sprinklers.
Why families love it
- Water sprinklers with varied heights, specifically designed to accommodate 'smaller babies' and toddlers.
- Reported clean bathrooms and a generally 'well-kept' park environment.
- Safe and clean main playground area.
- Availability of chairs and benches for parent seating.
- A full basketball court with a black top.
- Unique multi-height water sprinkler system, a significant draw for families with young children.
Insider tips
- Visit during summer months to fully utilize the popular water sprinklers.
- Bring swimsuits, towels, and a change of clothes for children, especially if they plan to use the sprinklers.
- Consider bringing a basketball if older children or teens are looking for specific activities.
- Manage expectations regarding the dry playground equipment, as its variety and condition received mixed reviews.
Good to know before you go
- If your children are primarily looking for extensive or modern dry playground equipment (slides, climbing structures, etc.) beyond water features.
- During cooler seasons when the sprinklers might not be operational, as other activities may feel limited.
- If you are expecting a state-of-the-art, elaborately designed playground.
- Some parents note that the playground equipment (outside of the sprinklers) could be improved or 'could use a little upkeep'.
- Limited variety of activities for children beyond the sprinklers and basketball court, potentially leading to boredom for some kids.
- Value
- Presumably free, as it is described as a public playground/park. This makes the water features and other amenities excellent value, despite some concerns about the dry playground's upkeep. No hidden costs mentioned.
- Accessibility
- The multi-height water sprinklers offer varied access points for different sizes/abilities, including 'smaller babies'.
- Safety
- Described as a 'safe and clean playground'.
What parents say
"This place is great to take the kids. I like that they have the water going out at different *heights. *(Don't know how else to explain) So the smaller babies can also play around with the water. The bathrooms are clean, and everything is well kept."
3 years ago
"I was there to visit the Band of Brothers monument, not the playground. Monument was awesome and humbling. Playground/park could use a little upkeep."
3 years ago
"Nice family park with safe and clean playground, chairs and benches. Sprinklers for the kiddos during the summer. Sweet full basketball court with black top."
3 years ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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