All Abilities Trane Park

Announcement

Trane Park is open for the season.

Trane Park entrance sign, established in 1947 in honor of Reuben and Helen Trane, managed by City of La Crosse Parks, Recreation & Forestry.

All Abilities Trane Park is an inclusive park designed for those with cognitive, sensory and physical challenges of all ages and allows everyone to have a place to play! All Abilities Trane Park is located at 15th and Chase Streets and opened in June of 2021 with colorful play areas and synthetic ground coverings allowing for wheelchair use and soft landings. This fully fenced park has separate sections for different sensory experiences. The accessible and inclusive park is part of a new trend to allow children and adults of all abilities to play side by side.

The vision for this park began 10 years ago with parents who organized as the La Crosse Area Autism Foundation. They wanted a safe play space for their children. Working with the Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department, public input meetings and fundraising began in 2016, and ground was broken for the innovative park in October of 2018. With the support of many community partners, the dream of an all inclusive play space has become a reality.

The City of La Crosse acquired the Trane All Abilities Park land in 1907. Originally called the 21st Ward Playfield, it was renamed Trane Park by the La Crosse City Council in 1952. Rueben and Helen Trane gave a generous gift to refurbish the park, which is located near Trane Company’s Plant #1. Trane Park was upgraded in 1952 to include softball and football fields, tennis courts and a wading pool. Playground equipment and a shelter were later added. Trane Park was in need of updating when the inclusive play space was proposed and developed. This destination park is fast becoming a community favorite!

Location

1500 Chase Street, La Crosse, WI 54601  View Map

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A modern building with large windows and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables. A paved walkway leads to the entrance, and green grass surrounds the structure under a clear blue sky.

All Abilities Pavilion

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Entrance to

All Abilities Trane Park Entrance

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A view of multiple outdoor pickleball courts with blue and green surfaces and white court lines, separated by nets and fences under a partly cloudy sky.

Pickleball Courts

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A modern playground with blue and green play structures, swings, and a merry-go-round on a sunny day.

Playground

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A modern playground with swings and a paved pathway on a sunny day.

Playground

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A modern, accessible playground with slides, climbing structures, and open green spaces under a clear blue sky.

Playground

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An outdoor fitness area with exercise equipment under a large canopy, a sign with exercise instructions, and a red rubberized ground surface.

Outdoor Fitness Area

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A modern playground with metal slides, climbing structures, and a textured play surface under a clear blue sky.

Playground

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A modern playground with metal slides, climbing structures, and landscaping under a clear blue sky.

Playground

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Several metal picnic tables with attached seats are arranged on a grassy area next to a paved walkway under a clear blue sky.

Playground

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A modern pavilion with lime green and wood accents stands beside a winding concrete path with a blue railing, surrounded by lush green trees and foliage under a clear blue sky.

Playground

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A vibrant orange playhouse with white trim and a picnic table inside is surrounded by a white picket fence. Green panels with colorful circular designs are on either side of the playhouse.

Playground

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A modern stone building with a dark roof and large windows, set against a clear blue sky. Paved walkways and landscaping surround the structure.

All Abilties Activity Room

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A room set up with multiple tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and large windows overlooking trees.

Trane Activity Room

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A room with several tables and chairs set up, with large windows on the sides and a counter with cabinets along the back wall.

Trane Activity Room

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View from inside a room with tables, looking out a large window to a park with a playground and buildings beyond.

Trane Activity Room

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Features

  • Bike Racks
  • Disabled Parking Spaces
  • Drinking Fountains
  • Enclosed Shelter
  • Green Space
  • Indoor Bathrooms
  • Off Street Parking
  • Open Air Shelter
  • Playground
  • Reservable Space
  • Tennis Court

Hours

All Abilities Trane Park is a seasonal park, typically open April through mid November.

During open season, park hours are daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Open for the Season!

All Abilities Trane Park is Open for the Season!

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