# Dream Garden Unveils 2025 “Playground Access Index,” Ranking the Best U.S. Cities for Play ## Blog & News 2025-10-24 Publisher: [**Dream Garden Editorial Team**]() 3 min read Summarize with AI: One click to summarize this article with your preferred AI assistant. Wenzhou, China – 24th 10, 2025 — Dream Garden Amusement Equipment Co., Ltd., a leading global indoor playground manufacturer also known as Toymaker in China, has released its 2025 “Playground Access Index”, ranking 99 U.S. cities by how easily families can access play spaces for their children. ![Dream Garden Unveils 2025 “Playground Access Index,” Ranking the Best U.S. Cities for Play]() **Key Takeaways:** **Cincinnati, Las Vegas, and Madison lead the nation as the Chinese playground manufacturer highlights how urban planning and indoor play design shape healthier childhoods worldwide.** ![Dream Garden Unveils 2025 “Playground Access Index,” Ranking the Best U.S. Cities for Play]() ### **Dream Garden Releases 2025 Study Ranking the Best U.S. Cities for Playground Access** **Wenzhou, China – 24th,10- 2025** — *Dream Garden Amusement Equipment Co., Ltd.*, a leading global indoor playground manufacturer also known as *Toymaker in China*, has released its **2025 “Playground Access Index”**, ranking 99 U.S. cities by how easily families can access play spaces for their children. The study, which analyzed data from the Trust for Public Land and the National Recreation and Park Association, measures both the number of playgrounds per 10,000 children and how many residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park. According to the findings, **Cincinnati, Las Vegas, and Madison** lead the nation in playground accessibility. Cincinnati tops the list with nearly 48 playgrounds per 10,000 children and walkable park access for more than 90% of residents. Las Vegas boasts the highest playground density nationwide (56 per 10,000 children), while Madison excels in walkability, with 98% of residents living near a park. --- ### **Highlights from the 2025 Ranking** - **Top 3 Cities:** Cincinnati, OH; Las Vegas, NV; Madison, WI - **Top 10 Cities:** Include Irvine, San Francisco, Sacramento, Minneapolis, Boston, Chicago, and Pittsburgh - **Strong Performers:** West Coast and Midwest cities demonstrate the highest levels of playground accessibility - **Challenges:** Large metropolitan areas such as Los Angeles, Houston, and Charlotte struggle to provide accessible play spaces due to urban sprawl --- ### **Why Playground Access Matters** “Cities that make it easy for kids to be active year-round—whether outdoors in local parks or indoors at play centers—are giving them a real head start,” said **Stefan Zhang**, CEO and Founder of *Dream Garden Amusement Equipment*. “The CDC recommends at least one hour of movement per day for children, but many kids fall short when weather or schedules limit outdoor play. Providing both outdoor and indoor playground options turns physical activity into a daily habit, not just an occasional event.” --- ### **A Global Perspective on Play** While this study focuses on the U.S., Dream Garden believes playground access is a **global issue**. “In many regions, indoor playgrounds are becoming essential community spaces,” Zhang adds. “They ensure children can develop confidence, coordination, and creativity—no matter the season or climate.” Dream Garden’s research highlights how thoughtful city planning, combined with modern indoor recreation design, can build stronger, happier, and more connected communities. --- ### **About Dream Garden** *Dream Garden Amusement Equipment Co., Ltd.* (also known internationally as *Toymaker in China*) designs and manufactures indoor playground equipment for malls, family entertainment centers, and educational facilities worldwide. Founded in Wenzhou, China, the company integrates research, design, manufacturing, and installation, offering turnkey play solutions in more than 80 countries. 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