A fully fenced neighborhood playground on Ames Street with a pirate-ship climbing structure, musical instruments, softball fields and a basketball court, popular with families of kids of varying ages.
What to expect
Ages
A toddler climbing/slide structure sits next to the pirate ship, with a larger structure for older kids at the other end, so it covers toddlers through roughly age 10.
Surface
Wood-chip substrate, which one visitor account notes makes stroller and wheelchair access harder.
Entry fee
Sharon charges no parking sticker at its inland parks and playgrounds. checked Aug 26, 2026
Dogs
A dog beyond the confines of its owner's or keeper's property must be held firmly on a leash or under the control of its owner, keeper or their agent, and control includes oral or visual commands the dog obeys. A dog at large is picked up…
Accessibility
Wood-chip surfacing makes wheelchair/stroller travel across the play area difficult; no ramped or transfer equipment confirmed.
Ball Sports
Allowed Spring-fall on the softball fields
Managed by
Sharon Recreation Department
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On site
Restroom
On-site restroom building with changing stations
Shelter
Covered pavilion with picnic seating
Worth knowing
- Locally nicknamed "Pirate Ship Park" for its main climbing structure.
Common questions
Is it fully fenced, and how close is the road?
Yes, the play area is fully fenced, with a parking lot rather than a road running directly alongside it.
Is the surface stroller-friendly?
The wood-chip ground cover under the equipment can be tough going for strollers and wheelchairs, so plan for that if mobility is a concern.
What ages is Dr. Walter A. Griffin Playground best for?
A toddler climbing/slide structure sits next to the pirate ship, with a larger structure for older kids at the other end, so it covers toddlers through roughly age 10.
What's the surface at Dr. Walter A. Griffin Playground?
Wood-chip substrate, which one visitor account notes makes stroller and wheelchair access harder. Poured-rubber and mats stay cooler and are easier for wheels than sand or mulch.
Is there an entry fee at Dr. Walter A. Griffin Playground?
Sharon charges no parking sticker at its inland parks and playgrounds.
Can I bring my dog to Dr. Walter A. Griffin Playground?
A dog beyond the confines of its owner's or keeper's property must be held firmly on a leash or under the control of its owner, keeper or their agent, and control includes oral or visual commands the dog obeys. A dog at large is picked up and held, and costs $20 plus board to reclaim. Noncriminal…
Is Dr. Walter A. Griffin Playground wheelchair accessible?
Wood-chip surfacing makes wheelchair/stroller travel across the play area difficult; no ramped or transfer equipment confirmed.