Playground Equipment Tallgrass Prairie



The Tallgrass Prairie is one of the largest fully accessible playground structures I have worked with. It handles 250-350 kids at a time across a use zone of 84' 5" x 89' 5" -- we are talking about a footprint that fills most of a standard lot. This is a full-scale inclusive play system for ages 5-12, with ramps, transfer stations, and ground-level activities designed so children of all abilities play together rather than side by side. Fall height is 96 inches. Meets ASTM F1487 and CPSC #325 safety standards.

BEST FOR: This is built for large municipal parks, school districts, and community recreation centers that need to serve hundreds of kids and want full ADA accessibility built in from the start. If you are planning a destination playground -- the kind families drive across town to visit -- the Tallgrass Prairie has the scale and variety to justify the trip.

At a Glance

  • Ages 5-12 years
  • Capacity: 250-350 kids
  • Fall height: 96"
  • Use zone: 84' 5"W x 89' 5"L
  • Fully ADA-accessible with ramps and transfer stations
  • Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene components
  • Part of the Fully Accessible product line
  • ASTM F1487 and CPSC #325 compliant
  • Available in Primary, Neutral, and Custom color schemes

What Makes the Playground Equipment Tallgrass Prairie Stand Out?

The scale of the Tallgrass Prairie is what makes it special. With capacity for 250-350 kids, this is not a neighborhood tot lot -- it is a destination playground. The layout spreads activities across that 84-by-89-foot footprint so traffic flows naturally and kids are not bottlenecked at one popular feature. Multiple entry points and ramps mean children using wheelchairs or mobility aids can access the same platforms their friends are on.

I recommend this for communities doing a major playground build where inclusivity is a priority, not an afterthought. The structure is engineered from powder-coated steel posts and polyethylene components that handle years of heavy use and weather. We handle the full installation process here in New Jersey, and for a project this size, we work with you on site planning to make sure the layout fits your space.

CAPACITY: 250-350 Kids, ages 5-12 Years.

USE ZONE: 84' 5"W x 89' 5"L — plan your site layout accordingly.

FALL HEIGHT: 96". Requires appropriate safety surfacing.

MATERIALS: Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene plastic components.

CERTIFICATIONS: ASTM F1487 and CPSC Guidelines #325 compliant.

Specifications

  • Model: PFA012
  • Category: Commercial Playgrounds
  • Age Range: 5-12 Years
  • Capacity: 250-350 Kids
  • Fall Height: 96"
  • Use Zone: 84' 5"W x 89' 5"L
  • Materials: Powder-coated steel posts with polyethylene plastic components
  • Certifications: ASTM F1487, CPSC Guidelines #325

Shipping & Installation

Shipping and professional installation are quoted separately. Contact NJ Swingsets & Playgrounds for a complete quote including delivery and installation. We are located in Midland Park, NJ and provide installation services in New Jersey, parts of New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Nationwide shipping available.

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