Land Amenities

All-natural play.

Park Amenities

Everyone is welcome to connect with nature and each other at Athene North Shore. From the crystal clear lake and the welcoming beach to the wide open greenspaces and thoughtful playground, the park is designed for all ages and abilities to explore the outdoors. How you choose to do it, is up to you!

Land Water Facilities

Land Amenities

Whether you’re looking for a day of delightful fun on an accessible playground, or you simply want to relax and enjoy a lakeside view from the natural greenspace, North Shore offers plenty of ways to celebrate nature together without getting wet.

Wide Walkways

Wide, paved walkways make it easier for everyone to explore the park. Primary walkways from the parking lot to the main path along the beach are eight feet wide. And secondary walkways are between five and six feet wide. You’ll find ample space for individuals that utilize mobility aids to pass each other safely.

Directional signage

As you make your way around the park, you’ll encounter a series of helpful wayfinding signs. The signs primarily use icons to represent park features and destinations. They also include braille for those who have low visual acuity.

Communication boards with imagery and icons are located at several key spots around North Shore. They can be used to help visitors communicate with each other and staff to successfully use and navigate through the park.

Playground

With so much to do, families, friends, and groups may want to spend the whole day at the North Shore playground. The inclusive playground offers a variety of accessible play equipment and sensory experiences for all ages and abilities.

We-Go-Round

Flush with the ground for easy wheelchair roll on, the We-Go-Round can beoperated from inside or outside, allowing for safe and fun spinning for all.

We-Saw

A safe and inclusive version of a traditional seesaw, the We-Saw promotes collaborative play and teamwork. The We-Saw allows for kids and families of all ages to transfer in and out of large, supportive seats and partake in gentle rocking motion.

Rollerslide

With a wide, paved path leading to the top, a roomy slide bed, and built-in transfer bench, the Rollerslide offers a cool, sensory-rich experience for all.

Timber Stack

The Timber Stack’s natural texture and open-ended design encourages opportunities for creative, unstructured play.

Elevated Sand Table

This roll-under, wheelchair-accessible sand table takes the traditional sandbox to a whole new level, leading to lots of sandy creative fun!

Pulse Table Tennis

Colorful lights and engaging sounds invite kids to play this dynamic back-and-forth game, fostering social skills and hand-eye coordination.

Rhapsode Vibra Chimes

Perfect for musicians of all abilities, interact with the Vibra Chimes and rubber mallets to create unique sounds that everyone can groove to.

Splashpad

The WhirlFlex offers a unique archway passage for giggle-infused cool downs. Consider renting a water wheelchair to make your way through the misting sprays!

Inclusion Lawn

Join your friends, gather your family, or bring a small group to enjoy the wide-open greenspace. This welcoming flat, grassy area is a great place to participate in an adaptive outdoor yoga program, toss a frisbee, or relax in the sunshine.

Trails

If you’re up for a low-key adventure, hit the paved trail surrounding Easter Lake that connects to North Shore. The Mark C. Ackelson trail is a 4-mile paved trail you can explore on foot or with an adaptive or standard bike.

Reserve a bike

Equipment Rentals

Enjoying the park is easier and more fun when you have the right equipment for exploration. Headed to the splashpad? Consider renting a water wheelchair to make the most of your day. Going on the 4-mile trail? Rent an adaptive bike from concessions or a standard bicycle from B-Cycle on the north side of the parking lot.

Rent Equipment