Gil Gordon Playground
Play, laugh, connect at Gil Gordon
At a Glance
Best Ages
2-10
Cost
Free
Time Needed
1-2 hours
Indoor/Outdoor
Outdoor
Weather Fit
Sunny, Mild
Stroller Access
Limited
Washrooms
None on site
Food
None nearby
Parking
Street parking
Booking
Not required
Parent Effort
Low
A sunny oasis for little adventurers - perfect for active play and family moments under open skies.
About This Place
Gil Gordon Playground is a community playground in Thorold, Ontario, offering outdoor play equipment for children in a residential neighbourhood setting.
- Monday – Wednesday
- 06:00 – 21:30
- Thursday
- 06:00 – 22:00
- Friday – Sunday
- 06:00 – 21:30
Hours were last verified in 2026. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date opening times.
- Admission
- FREE
Prices were last verified in 2026. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date rates.
All-Ages Fun
Safe, inclusive equipment for all ages.
Flexible Hours
Open daily - morning or evening, it's playtime.
No Cost, All Play
Free entry, zero fuss - just pure outdoor joy.
Good to Know Before You Go
- Accessibility
- Open daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, extended to 10:00 PM on Wednesdays
- Admission
- Free to access
- Facilities
- Outdoors only; no indoor facilities
- Family suitability
- Designed for children of various ages; ideal for families with young kids
- Maintenance
- Well-maintained, with a high 4.7-star rating from over 120 reviews
- Activity focus
- Promotes physical activity and social interaction through outdoor play
Kid Fit by Age
No equipment suitable for infants; not safe or appropriate for babies who cannot walk.
Offers age-appropriate equipment like low platforms and soft surfaces; suitable for crawling and early walking toddlers.
Well-designed features such as slides, climbing structures, and balance beams are ideal for this age group's development.
Diverse activities including challenging climbs and imaginative play elements engage school-age children effectively.
May find the equipment less stimulating, but still usable; depends on individual interest in outdoor play.
Lacks features or amenities appealing to teenagers; not designed for their developmental interests.
Insider Tips
Arrive early to snag a shady spot
Check Wednesday hours for extended play time
Bring a small towel for wet ground
- •Keep children within sight at all times
- •Watch for sun exposure and apply sunscreen
- •Check equipment for sharp edges or loose parts
- •Step-free access from sidewalk to play area
- •Sensory-friendly play structures available
- •Baby change station near entrance
schedule Best Time to Visit
Visit on weekday mornings before 10 AM for the quietest experience.
shopping_bag What to Bring
- check_boxWater bottles
- check_boxSunhat and sunscreen
- check_boxPicnic blanket
- check_boxSnacks
- check_boxPlayground-safe toys
Location
Address
Sunset Way, Allanburg, ON L2V 0B6, Canada
Last checked: 2026