Is McLaughlin Playground a destination?
No. It is a neighborhood playground for nearby families and errands.
McLaughlin Playground
Quick facts
Where
McLaughlin Avenue between Sutro Street and Francis Lewis Boulevard
Borough
Queens
Area
Eastern Queens
Park or property
McLaughlin Playground
Parent notes
Best for
A neighborhood playground for families near Francis Lewis Boulevard who want a straightforward outdoor break.
Bathroom note
The playground details does not show an ADA-accessible comfort station, so plan bathroom options before a longer visit.
Water note
There is no spray shower here; check the spray-shower guide for water play.
What to know before going
McLaughlin Playground sits in a quieter eastern Queens setting than the city’s better-known destination playgrounds. It fits families who are already nearby and want a simple place to play.
The Francis Lewis Boulevard area is car- and bus-oriented for many families, so check the route before leaving. If you need bathrooms or water play, compare those pages first instead of assuming the playground has everything.
For a bigger Queens outing, use the borough page to compare McLaughlin with larger parks and playgrounds nearby.
Questions parents usually ask
Does it have a spray shower?
There is no spray shower here.
What should parents check first?
Check the map and bathroom plan, especially if you are coming from outside the immediate neighborhood.
Accessibility and facilities
- NYC Parks marks the playground as accessible.
- No ADA-accessible comfort station is shown for this playground.
- No sensory-friendly feature is shown for this playground.
- The McLaughlin Avenue location is mainly for nearby eastern Queens families.
Keep browsing
Try the broader lists when bathrooms, water play, or another neighborhood would make the day easier.