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Hawthorne Park

Hawthorne, Philadelphia

Hawthorne Park in Hawthorne

A modern, well-designed park with a splash-pad-style water feature, sculpted play mounds, and open lawn. Very popular in summer.

Bring towels and swim gear on hot days — the water feature is the main draw.

Report Card

Editorial grades from the Recess team.

A
Safety
A
Newness
A
Cleanliness
A
Fun

Details

Hours
Dawn–Dusk
Address
1200 Catharine St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Website
Size
Medium
Bathrooms
No
Aesthetics
High
Cleanliness
Good
Age Range
1 year+

Features

Greenspace
Yes
Basketball Courts
No
Swings
Yes
Slides
Yes
Water Fountains
Yes
Wood Structures
Yes
Padded Surfaces
Yes
Wheelchair Access
Yes