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Playgrounds in Rochester

25 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.

Playground map

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Within 2 miles of downtown (14)

2 to 5 miles (9)

More than 5 miles (2)

From OpenStreetMap, checked October 2026. Equipment, shade and restrooms vary; check the city parks department for closures and renovations.

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Family time in Rochester

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Questions

How many playgrounds are in Rochester?

25 parks in Rochester have a playground mapped in OpenStreetMap (checked October 2026). School playgrounds and private play areas aren’t included.

Which playground is closest to downtown Rochester?

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Park, about 0.4 miles from downtown, followed by Ralph Avery Park (0.6 mi).

What can kids do in Rochester on a rainy or hot day?

Try the indoor activities guide, kids and family events, and library story times on the events calendar.

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