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Top 14 Year Round Restroom locations in United States
byRochester's Playbook and
Kiley Hanje and
Michal Ben-Ari and
Carina Sawyer and
WNY Playbook
Live update: Updated January 18, 2022Copy link
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PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Rochester's PlaybookFrom fishing, to hiking, to the playground, nature center, fairy trail and bird sanctuary, Mendon Ponds Park can supply a full day of fun! There is plenty to do and unlimited opportunities to connect with nature in all seasons. Bring a picnic lunch and spend the day. Dogs are not allowed on the fairy trail and in the Wild Wings areas. The typical playground, hiking trails and Wild Wings Facilities are driving distance from one another.
To learn more about Mendon Ponds Park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/mendon-ponds-park/Rochester's PlaybookThe playground is off of Douglas Rd. by the Hundred Acre Pond. It has a spring car, typical swings, baby swings and fun train structure. There are two separate structures for the young and old. There is a seasonal restrooms here as well as a big pond to explore just over the hill.
2. Highland Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookHighland is a vast park with sledding, festivals, hiking and a year-round conservatory. Near Highland Ave and Meadowbrook Rd, you can find a new, all natural playground. On the other side of the park is a second playground near the Lamberton Conservatory. This park is also home to the widely popular Lilac Festival.
To learn more about Highland Park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/highland-park/
3. Webster Town Recreation Center
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookThe Webster Recreation Center has much to offer in terms of events and affordable family fun. One of the more unique fitness areas can be found behind the Webster Recreation Center.
To learn more about Webster Recreation Center, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/webster-recreation-center/
4. Lamberton Conservatory
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookThis beloved conservatory is a great place to head any time of the year. It offers a sense of warmth and beauty in the middle of winter and makes a great stop when playing at the playground and hiking the trails in the summer. Kids love the wide variety of plant life and to observe the quails and turtles as they roam around the conservatory premises.
More information on Highland Park and the Conservatory can be found on our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/highland-park/
5. Perinton Community Center
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookThis is a beautiful community center with much to offer. The playground at the Perinton Recreation Center is open to the public, fenced and gated with a padded play surface. The equipment and environment is nicely designed for preschool children and younger. Venture inside the recreation center, and you will find a beautiful aquatics center and preschool open gym!
More information here: https://rochesterplaybook.com/perinton-community-center/
6. Oak Hill Bulk Foods, Inc.
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookA bulk food store, cafe and playground! Does it get any better than that?!
To learn more about Oak Hill, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/oak-hill-bulk-food-store/
7. Hamlin Beach State Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookHamlin Beach State Park is divided into 4 areas: Area 1 has many play structures and walking paths along the lake, Area two has beautiful lodges to rent and beach access (no swimming), Areas 3 and 4 has a swimming beach and another unguarded beach can be found at Area 5. The Park is open year round with a car entrance fee during swimming season.
To learn more about Hamlin Beach State Park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/hamlin-beach-state-park/
8. Bergman Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
WNY PlaybookLeonard A. Bergman Park is a large 35-acre park located in a safe neighborhood on the edge of the city. The fenced-in playground at Bergman Park is inclusive offering wheel-friendly access, an accessible swing, and transfer stations allowing those in wheelchairs to lift themselves on to the equipment.
Additional amenities include a pavilion, public restrooms, grills, horseshoes, baseball/softball fields, and basketball courts.
For more details, check out our website https://wnyplaybook.com/bergman-park/
9. Allegany State Red House Area
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:WNY PlaybookAllegany State Park is the largest state park in New York State and is divided into the Red House Area and Quaker Area. Nestled within the 65,000 acre park are overlooks, playgrounds, hiking, swimming, fishing, nature trails, caves, and even a waterfall. Red House Area can be accessed from I-86 exits 19 and 21. There is so much to see here you definitely won't get it all in with one visit. Consider camping over or visit again and again! The following information outlines a visit to the Red House Area. Please note, there is a seasonal car entrance fee of $7 to enter the park.
For things to do, check out our full coverage at https://wnyplaybook.com/allegany-state-park-red-house-area/
10. Red House Beach at Allegany State Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:WNY PlaybookDrive over to Red House Lake and park in the large parking lot on the right (same side as the lake). Here you will find the boathouse, large bathhouse, beach area with swimming, picnic area, and a lakefront playground. If you plan on swimming, check their Facebook page to make sure the beach is open. The beach periodically closes due to harmful algae blooms. Newly constructed in 2018, this large wooden playground features an obstacle course with rock-climbing walls, swing rope, scaling walls, and leaping pads. There is a sand play area with an activity platform and mini-excavator. The tall net twister can accommodate multiple children. There are typical swings and a birds nest swing set.
Find more details here: https://wnyplaybook.com/allegany-state-park-red-house-area/
11. Ontario Play & Cafe
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:
Kiley HanjeOntario Play and Cafe is a 14,000 square foot indoor play center for children 10 years and younger, providing high quality fun, educational open play, and birthday parties.
💲Children under 2 years old- $7 (Weekday). Children 2-12 years old- $12.00 (Weekday). Infants under 1 year FREE with a paid sibling. Children 13+ – FREE. Prices may vary on weekends and school breaks. Walk-in visitors are welcome!
📆 Open Thursday-Tuesday from 10-5 and Wednesdays for private parties only
👕 Tip: bring a change of clothes for each kid! Even though smocks are provided for the water table, they always end up soaked in!
🎂 Ontario Play And Cafe is a fun indoor location for birthday parties!
12. Semmel Road Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Rochester's PlaybookThe Semmel Road Park playground is partially shaded and near the towns highway department so you are likely to spot some heavy equipment! This is also one of the few playgrounds with one of those cars kiddos can sit in! Continue the fun by exploring the fenced in tennis and basketball courts as well as walking paths through the woods.Head to Semmel Road Park for free ice skating in the winter!
To read more about the park, head to our website: https://rochesterplaybook.com/semmel-road-park/
13. Chestnut Ridge Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:WNY PlaybookThe new Playground for All at Chestnut Ridge Park had its grand opening October 22, 2021. This fully accessible, inclusive play space features a padded play surface with wheelchair accessibility throughout. Children and adults of all physical and developmental abilities are welcome to enjoy themselves in a sensory-rich environment. The playground is located next to the casino, just above the sled hill. There is a large parking lot and indoor restrooms. The park is about 40-minutes from Ellicottville but is well worth the drive.
14. Hamlin Park
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:WNY PlaybookHamlin Park has much more to offer than meets the eye! There is a large playground, year-round restrooms, and lots of open space. The park serves as a general multipurpose recreational facility. There are 2 open-air pavilions and lots of open space so bring a lunch and make a day of it!
Check out more details on our website at http://wnyplaybook.com/hamlin-park/
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