The Science Playground is a tri–level hands–on experience that features many interactive components demonstrating a variety of scientific principles for all ages. Built to American Society for Testing & Materials standards, the playground is strong and safe, with a soft, impact-attenuating ground surface. This surface has a wayfinding feature, allowing parents and children to pinpoint their exact location within the playground through identifying markings.
The inclusive playground features wheelchair accessible swings, slides, sensory walls, and an expanded climbing structure that allows for access to people of all ages and abilities, and greater visibility for parents and children alike. The updated splash pad showcases a variety of sea creatures, and there is a new train station-themed toddler play area.
Added inclusive equipment includes: Oodle® Swing, OmniSpin® Spinner, Stand-Up Spinner, Roller Table, Quiet Nook, Sign Language Alphabet Board. The playground is located outdoors adjacent to Sugar Sand Park Community Center/Children's Science Explorium.
Hours:
Monday–Sunday: 8 am – sunset
Note: water is not available when the temperature is below 72°.
Playground will close at first sign of inclement weather.
The CHICKEE HUT inside the playground is shared space for all playground users. It is NOT for parties or organized gatherings. All playground users may use the Chickee Hut.
Group Reservations
Sugar Sand Park Playground & Children's Science Explorium Group Reservation Policy:
- Any group of ten (10) or more, who plans to visit Sugar Sand Park in passenger vans or buses, Monday- Friday, must make an advanced reservation.
- Groups based within the City of Boca Raton and/or the Greater Boca Raton Beach & Park District will not be charged for their visit.
- Groups based outside the City of Boca Raton and/or the Greater Boca Raton Beach & Park District are considered non-resident groups and will be charged $5 per person.
- Groups are sent bus/van passes in advance once the reservation is confirmed. Bus passes are required for entry into Sugar Sand Park and should be displayed in the front windshield of each van/bus entering the park.
Groups without a reservation and the proper paperwork will be turned away!