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Rio Rancho Parks & Recreation Adaptive Recreation and A Park Above

City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services

Rio Rancho, New Mexico - Sandoval County

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Jun 3, 2026

Area

Rio Rancho

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2441 A Park Above Court, Rio Rancho, NM

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Provider overview

Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services offers adaptive recreation programs and runs A Park Above, New Mexico's first fully inclusive playground, free to use.

The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department offers adaptive recreation and operates A Park Above inclusive playground in Sandoval County.

Quick facts

Registration
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Email
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Ages
Children and residents of all abilities; confirm program-specific ages
Season
Year-round; A Park Above splash pad open Memorial Day to Labor Day
Cost
The source states there is no charge to use A Park Above; confirm fees for adaptive recreation programs.

Location contacts

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A Park Above

2441 A Park Above Court, Rio Rancho, NM

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Programs and offerings

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Adaptive recreation and A Park Above inclusive playground

Adaptive recreation programs, a fully inclusive playground, wheelchair swings, accessible slides, splash pad, and adult changing stations.

Ages
Children and residents of all abilities; confirm program-specific ages
Season
Year-round; A Park Above splash pad open Memorial Day to Labor Day
Schedule
Contact Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services for adaptive recreation programs and A Park Above access.
Cost
The source states there is no charge to use A Park Above; confirm fees for adaptive recreation programs.
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Last checked
Jun 3, 2026
Why this is listed
The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department offers adaptive recreation programs and operates A Park Above, the first fully inclusive and accessible playground in New Mexico, with wheelchair swings, accessible slides, a splash pad, and adult changing stations, with a published phone.
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Location contacts
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Program details we found

Adaptive recreation and A Park Above inclusive playground

The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department offers adaptive recreation programs and operates A Park Above, the first fully inclusive and accessible playground in New Mexico, with wheelchair swings, accessible slides, a splash pad, and adult changing stations, with a published phone.

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Source checkedSupported by sourceFound in page titleA Park Above | The Official Site of Rio Rancho, NM
Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: The source names adaptive recreation programs, a fully inclusive and accessible playground, universal design, wheelchair swings, accessible slides, a splash pad, and adult changing stations.

Access notes to confirm: Ask about adaptive program registration, staffing for wheelchair swings, accessible facilities, and the splash pad schedule.

What we checked

What we found: The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department offers adaptive recreation programs and operates A Park Above, the first fully inclusive and accessible playground in New Mexico, with wheelchair swings, accessible slides, a splash pad, and adult changing stations, with a published phone.

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What to confirm

  • Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
  • Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
  • Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
  • Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.

Questions to ask before you register

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  • Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
  • What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
  • What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
  • For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
  • Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?

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Is Rio Rancho Parks & Recreation Adaptive Recreation and A Park Above reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?

No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.

What information should families confirm with City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services?

Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.

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