Makino Park — Attraction in Mason

Makino Park in Mason, Ohio, is a standout recreational destination in the Cincinnati area, particularly noted for its Common Ground Playground. This 23-acre park has become a local favorite due to its commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, making it a welcoming space for children of all abilities.

The park features four distinct play areas designed to cater to children of various age groups and developmental stages. These areas include sensory-friendly and interactive elements, with a focus on building social and physical skills through play. For example, the playground's wings offer opportunities for sensory exploration, imaginative play, and physical challenges, including features like the ZipKrooz® zip line and specialized swings that accommodate different needs.

Parents appreciate the park's thoughtful design, which includes a fenced perimeter and a shaded central seating area that allows for easy supervision. The park's commitment to inclusivity extends beyond ADA requirements, making it a unique and enriching environment for all visitors.

Overall, Makino Park is not just a place for physical play but also a space where children can develop new skills and make connections in an inclusive environment. It's a must-visit for families in the Greater Cincinnati area looking for a safe and engaging place for their...

At first glance you might assume my review is negative, I actually have a lot of nice things to say but I think that this playground could also benefit from some improvements. I love how large the park is, and I love that the park in its entirety is fenced in however several of the locks on the gates have been broken and they no longer properly secure the park. I absolutely adore that there is a restroom nearby naturally this is not something that could be easily relocated but I do wish it could have been inside of the playground. My final opinion on improvements is that the part could use significantly more sun coverage. The majority of the playground receives full sun during the day. I think especially over the small child area and the music area there ought to be some kind of sun blocking structure. Besides these remarks my children adore this park and before the locks on the gates were broken I almost felt comfortable letting them...

My daughter calls it the "Butterfly Park" lol and loves going to this very nice and well rounded park. It is set up as a Handicap accessible playground and very easy layout. The layout, along with the fence surrounding the play area, makes it easy to keep an eye on the kiddos while playing. We have been here countless times and as we have visited I have noticed more parents not actually following the park rules, food and drink trash left, not using the walk paths and in some cases children who's parents aren't watching (or don't care) being a destructive to equipment, trees, shrubs, mulch beds, etc. *Reminder: DO NOT LEAVE KIDS UNATTENDED and take care not to destroy parks! 4 out of 5 stars due to the fact it is a newer park with lots of options, clean/nice restrooms, secure and...