New Inclusive Playground Opens At Warfield's Pond Park In Howard County

HOWARD COUNTY, MD — A new, inclusive playground at Warfield's Pond Park has replaced a decades-old playground that offers modern amenities and accessibility to residents of all abilities.

The 4,800-square-foot playground added swings and two merry-go-rounds, both of which have elements that improve accessibility. Other new amenities include an augmented and alternative communication board, benches, shade structures, interactive musical play and a fully accessible rubber surface that has a unique branch and leaf pattern in it. The main playground also was replaced.

“The playground at this beautiful park was in need of a refresh that provides children in this community with a safe and modern place to enjoy playing with friends and family,” Howard County Executive Calvin Ball said. “Opening this new playground continues Howard County’s commitment to making play areas more accessible and inclusive for all ages and abilities.”

In addition to the playground, the walkways, boardwalks and parking lot surface were resurfaced; ADA access to the tennis courts was improved; and benches were updated.

The $300,000 project was funded in part by a Local Parks and Playground Infrastructure Grant. Local funds were utilized for the remaining items. Since 2021, the Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks has unveiled four other inclusive playgrounds around the county. They include Blandair Regional Park, Schooley Mill Park, Centennial Park and Savage Park.

Warfield's Pond Park is located at 14523 MacClintock Drive, Glenwood.