Hammond Park Playground
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
45-90 min
Best Ages
Best for ages 1-10
About
Hammond Park Playground at 6005 Glenridge Dr in Sandy Springs' Perimeter Center area is a free neighborhood playground that serves families in the Dunwoody, Perimeter Center, and north Buckhead corridor. The 4.6 Google rating across 132 reviews reflects a well-maintained and reliable community park.
The playground serves children ages 1-10 with standard equipment including climbing structures and slides. The park grounds are clean and well-maintained by the city. Open daily starting at 7AM, with Sunday hours running slightly later (9PM vs 8:30PM on weekdays).
The location in the Perimeter Center area is a practical advantage — it's surrounded by one of Atlanta's densest commercial zones, meaning you can combine a playground visit with easy access to shopping, restaurants, and other errands in the same outing. For families near Perimeter Mall, Dunwoody, Chambodia Dunwoody, or north Buckhead, Hammond Park is the local free outdoor option.
Bring your own food and water as there are no concessions on-site.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Limited
Kid Meals
N/A
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings; summer mornings before 10AM
Wait Times
No waits — open access
Nearby Food
Perimeter Center/Dunwoody area has extensive dining options including restaurants along Hammond Dr, Ashford Dunwoody Rd, and near Perimeter Mall — all within a 5-minute drive.
Why Kids Love It
Hammond Park Playground is a well-maintained free neighborhood playground in the Perimeter Center area of Sandy Springs. The equipment serves toddlers through younger school-age kids well, and the 4. 6 Google rating reflects a consistently clean and functional park.
For families in the Perimeter Center, Dunwoody, or north Buckhead area looking for a quick free outdoor option, this is a reliable choice with the convenience of being near major commercial corridors.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Free city playground — no cost
- Located in the Perimeter Center area near Dunwoody — convenient for families in this corridor
- Sunday closes at 9PM vs 8:30PM on weekdays — slightly more evening flexibility on Sundays
- Pack sunscreen — limited shade in summer months
- Combine with dinner at one of the many nearby Perimeter Center restaurants
What to Bring
- Sunscreen
- Water bottles
- Snacks
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0 (free city playground)
Tips to Save
- Free city playground in Sandy Springs' Perimeter Center area.
- Convenient for families near Perimeter Mall, Dunwoody, and north Buckhead.
- Open on Sunday until 9PM — slightly later than weekdays.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 7AM-8:30PM
- Monday
- 7AM-8:30PM
- Sunday
- 7:30AM-9PM
- Tuesday
- 7AM-8:30PM
- Saturday
- 7AM-8:30PM
- Thursday
- 7AM-8:30PM
- Wednesday
- 7AM-8:30PM
