Public Works

El Dorado Park Universal Playground

Additional project updates and information will be published on an on-going basis.

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Background

The El Dorado Park Universal Playground project will transform the existing children’s play area into a universally inclusive, accessible and engaging recreational space for visitors. Universal playgrounds are designed to cater to a wide range of abilities, and supporting children with different physical, sensory, cognitive and emotional needs. These spaces also allow caregivers of individuals with varying abilities to engage fully in outdoor activities alongside their loved ones.

The design of this project will draw inspiration from nature with additional elements of exploration for a safe and stimulating environment the community can enjoy.

This project is part of the Elevate ’28 Infrastructure Investment Plan, a historic initiative dedicated to enhancing Long Beach parks, community facilities, mobility access, and streets. Learn more at lbelevate28.com.

For more information on all improvements at El Dorado Regional Park, click here.

Timeline

The construction timeline is set barring unforeseen weather changes or other circumstances.

Objectives

• Improve outdoor recreational access
• Extend useful life of a current city asset
• Enhance visitor experience
• Incorporate community input into the design process

Proposed Features

• Inclusive play elements
• ADA pathway improvements
• Parking lot enhancements
• Drought-tolerant landscaping
• Restroom and surrounding pathway upgrades
• New picnic tables, seating areas and wayfinding signage

Project Funding

An Elevate ‘28 project, the El Dorado Park Universal Playground is funded with $700,000 in Measure A funding, $300,000 in Measure A Bond funding and $100,000 from the City’s general fund. Additional potential funding sources are under consideration and not yet confirmed.

More Information

Learn more about other projects at El Dorado Park at longbeach.gov/eldoprojects.

• 04.24.25 El Dorado Park Universal Playground Needs Assessment Workshop   
• El Dorado Universal Playground Display Board                         

Latest Updates

July 2025

The City of Long Beach invited the community to participate in a survey to help shape Long Beach’s first universal playground at El Dorado Park West. The survey was available from April 9, 2025, to June 30, 2025, and received a total of 130 responses in that period.

The community’s input will be used to inform a draft concept design that will be shared late 2025.

April 2025

The Public Works team hosted a needs assessment workshop on Thursday, April 24, 2025 to provide an overview of the project and gather input from the community. Click here to review the presentation that was shared.