Montrose Regional Health Completes Construction of All-Access Playground at River Landing

New playground expands inclusive recreation opportunities for children of all abilities

MONTROSE, Colo. (Feb. 23, 2026) – Montrose Regional Health (MRH) has completed construction on the playground at River Landing, an inclusive, all-access space designed to provide safe, engaging play opportunities for children of all ages and ability levels.

The playground was developed in response to a lack of truly accessible play equipment in the Montrose area and is located adjacent to Montrose Regional Health’s Ambulatory Care Center at 3330 S. Rio Grande Ave. The thoughtfully designed space allows toddlers through older children to play together in a safe, welcoming environment.

“Inclusive play supports physical, emotional, and social development for people of all abilities,” said Justin Wilson, director of Mountain View Therapy at Montrose Regional Health. “For many children, access to a space like this can strengthen confidence, mobility, and social connection, benefits that extend well beyond playtime.”

Situated along the River Trail near South Rio Grande Avenue, the playground features a zero-entry design that allows seamless access from the sidewalk into the play area. The space serves the broader community and offers a welcoming outdoor environment for patients and families visiting the Ambulatory Care Center. It also provides an engaging setting for MRH’s Pediatric Therapy program, part of Mountain View Therapy.

Montrose Regional Health extends its sincere gratitude to the following sponsors, whose combined $144,000 in donations made construction of the playground possible:

• Anonymous donor

• Culver’s Restaurant

• Delta-Montrose Electric Association (DMEA)

• El Pomar Foundation

• Gates Family Foundation

• Montrose Association of Realtors

• T-Mobile Hometown Grant

• Walmart

 The playground at River Landing demonstrates Montrose Regional Health’s commitment to improving community wellness and providing spaces that support inclusion, connection, and healthy development. Community members are welcome to use the playground next to the Ambulatory Care Center at 3330 S. Rio Grande Ave.