Long Gate Playground
4.7(593)4.7 out of 5 stars, 593 reviews Baltimore, MD
About Long Gate Playground
Long Gate Playground offers a recently updated and diverse outdoor experience suitable for a wide range of ages, featuring new playground equipment, unique structures, and extensive recreational facilities beyond just play, including sports courts and walking paths. Its multi-area design helps cater to different developmental stages, ensuring most families can find an engaging activity.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families with children of varied ages (e.g., a toddler and a pre-teen) due to age-specific play areas and other amenities.Families looking for a park with diverse activities beyond just a playground (e.g., sports, walking).Parents seeking a workout while kids play (walking path with incline).Gatherings or picnics, utilizing the pavilion with tables and grill.A casual outing where free play and varied recreation are desired.
Why families love it
- All new playground equipment (as per Review 1).
- One playground structure is described as very involved and rather unique.
- Dedicated play areas for different age groups: a 2-5 year old area and a 5-12 year old area.
- Restrooms are available on-site and are currently open.
- A large pavilion with tables and a grill provides a gathering/picnic spot.
- New playground equipment recently installed by the county.
Insider tips
- **Bring soap:** Review 4 noted bathrooms lacked soap, so come prepared.
- **Manage expectations for equipment:** Be aware that some slides and play structures may be out of service due to ongoing updates or damage.
- **No Swings:** If swings are a favorite for your child, this park does not have them.
- **Consider alternative activities for older kids:** While the playground is great for younger children, older kids (10+) might find more enjoyment in the basketball or tennis courts, or the walking path.
- **Utilize the pavilion:** It offers shade, seating, and a grill, making it ideal for picnics or breaks, especially since shade in play areas is limited.
- **Sun Protection:** Due to limited shade, consider bringing hats, sunscreen, and sunglasses for both children and adults.
Good to know before you go
- If your child's favorite activity is swinging, as this playground lacks swings.
- If you require a fully shaded play area, as shade is limited.
- If you expect all playground equipment to be fully functional and undamaged, as repairs might be ongoing or delayed.
- If you prefer an enclosed playground for safety reasons.
- No swings are available, which may disappoint children who favor them.
- Crowds
- No specific crowd levels or busy times were explicitly mentioned, but 'lots of parking' suggests it can accommodate a fair number of visitors.
- Value
- No pricing information was mentioned in the reviews, suggesting it is a free public park.
- Food
- Outside food is implicitly allowed and encouraged due to the presence of a pavilion with tables and a grill (reservable or open seating).
- Accessibility
- No specific accessibility accommodations for individuals with special needs were mentioned in the reviews.
- Safety
- The playground is set back a good distance from the parking lot, which contributes to safety.
What parents say
"The kids loved this park. It has been a while since I was here. The county put in all new playground equipment. There are tennis courts, basketball courts and a nice path to walk. I enjoyed the path. Depending on what way that you go it can make the workout harder to do because of the incline."
10 months ago
"Great playground!! Only thing lacking are swings. (My grand-daughter’s favorite)"
in the last week
"Current status 11.12.23 2 slides out of service. Looks like they are slowly updating/ungrading some slides. Lots of parking and shared with a park and ride area. Has 2 playgrounds with a 2-5 area and 5-12 area. No swings but has basketball and tennis courts and areas for walking. Then there are fields in the way back. There is a pavilion with tables and a grill that you can reserve or just sit in if not reserved. My 10 yr olds are getting old for the playground but love the basketball. My 2.5 yr old loves both play areas. Restrooms on site and aren't closed as of yet!"
a year ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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