Riddle Field Playground In Laguna Beach To Close This Month

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — Riddle Field playground in Laguna Beach, as well as the field spectator bleachers near the playground, will be closed from Aug. 15 to Sept. 23 as a part of the city's Riddle Field playground improvement project, the city said in a statement this week.

According to the city, the playground equipment is due for replacement due to age and deterioration. The proposed improvements include replacing the play equipments and installing a rubberized surface, as well as transitioning the playground from sand to wood chips.

The new play area will also feature shade canopies, various slides and climbing features, interactive play panels, word searches and puzzles, and swings that are ADA accessible and allow for a parent or guardian to swing with their toddler.

Other project improvements include replacing the existing walkway from Hillcrest Drive with an ADA-accessible ramp and walkway to the drinking fountain, as well as a shade canopy for the guest bleachers.

Residents looking for more information or to provide feedback are encouraged to contact Senior Project Manager Matthew Oxford at moxford@lagunabeachcity.net.