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Playground Review: Betty Mascelli Park

By Christie Wilson, Macaroni Kid Review June 24, 2019

Betty Mascelli Park 
Wyoming Ave, Forty Fort, PA 18704

Betty Mascelli Park has plenty of equipment for all ages. The kids love the giant playhouse. It has slides, a bridge, and a zip line. They like the swings and climbing dome, and rock wall. There are baby swings and animal rockers for the little ones. Two pavilions offer seating and lighting.  The park also has a Little Free Library.  Families for Forty Fort Park holds events throughout the year that are free to all: Santa in the park, Easter Egg Hunt, Glow Party, Luau at Pool,  Halloween at the Park and more.




Are there any bathrooms?
A port-o-potty is available.

Is there parking available?
There are small parking spots on Shook Place and street parking on Wyoming Ave.

Is it handicapped accessible? 
Yes, it is handicapped accessible, but there aren't any handicapped play areas. 

Is it fenced in? 
No, the park is not fenced in. 

Are dogs allowed in the park? 
Yes, on leashes and you must curb your pets

Park Amenities:
Trash Cans - YES
Recycling Cans - YES
Biking/Walking Trail - NO
Picnic Tables/Pavilion -  YES, there are two picnic tables by the lower playground. One picnic table by swings in the upper playground. The small pavilion has two picnic tables. The large pavilion has many picnic tables.
Benches - YES, there are three benches around the basketball court.
Open Fields - YES
Shade/Trees - YES, shaded around play equipment.
Water Fountains - YES
Vending Machines - NO, If the pool is open park visitors may go to pool concessions. Cash only.
Ball Field/Courts - YES, there is a basketball court.  
Pool/Splash Pad/Water Feature - The pool membership is based on residency. Forty Fort resident for one pass is $80, family (5 passes) is $125.   Non-resident for one pass is $135 or $8 daily, a family pass is $185.  The pool is open Mon-Sat  12-8, Sunday 12-6 

Is there a separate area for younger children to play?
There are baby swings and animal rockers for the little ones. 


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