The City of Joondalup is a vibrant coastal region of Perth that’s brimming with family-friendly parks and playgrounds that cater to kids of all ages. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, these playgrounds offer a super fun environment for your little ones to play, explore, and even enjoy a picnic. Here’s our list of the best playgrounds in Joondalup for toddlers to teens, complete with essential amenities and addresses to help you plan your next family adventure.
Neil Hawkins Park, Joondalup
Neil Hawkins Park, on the banks of Lake Joondalup, is a favourite among parents of tiny tots for its toddler friendly train play area and scenic surroundings. Partially shaded by trees, BBQs, picnic tables and expansive lawns make it a good spot for a gathering (be sure to pack mozzie repellent). Plus, take along bats and balls for a game of table tennis. Public toilets are conveniently located nearby. Take a stroll to the water’s edge to spot water birds from the jetty. With that in mind, keep a close eye on your children if they are the type that likes to go for a wander. There’s plenty of pathways too – so bring the bikes along. See more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Neil Hawkins Park at 200 Boas Ave, Joondalup.
Tom Simpson Park, Mullaloo
Located in the heart of Mullaloo, Tom Simpson Park offers a vibrant playground that caters to children of all ages. The sand-fall playground (partly shaded in summer) is dominated by a large wooden fort-like structure, best for older kids, as all the ways to the top are via climbing nets. Plus, there’s plenty of lawns to kick a ball, throw down a rug and enjoy a picnic. Public toilets are located nearby, close to the beach. Be sure to check out the wooden ship playground at the southern end of the park too. See more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Tom Simpson Park at 5 Oceanside Promenade, Mullaloo.
MacDonald Park, Padbury
MacDonald Park features an amazing scooter and bike skills track (complete with road signs and speed humps) for young children, plus nature and traditional play elements and even a huge sporting oval – there is something for all ages here! A fuel station and ice cream truck to encourage children to interact and allows for fun role-play. There are BBQs, sheltered picnic tables and toilets are located at the club rooms on the other side of the oval. See more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find MacDonald Park at 11 MacDonald Avenue, Padbury.
Iluka Foreshore Park
Iluka Foreshore Park features a great little playground, as well as plenty of space for a ball game and BBQ after a trip to the beach. The nautical themed nature playground’s beach side location makes it a versatile spot for families to go for a swim, or pedal the coastal bike path. Public toilets and change facilities are located here. See more in the Buggybuddys review.
Iluka Foreshore Park is located on the corner of Burns Beach Road and Shenton Ave, Iluka.
Whitford Nodes Playground, Health and Wellbeing Hub, Hillarys
Whitfords Nodes Health and Wellbeing Hub has been dubbed Jacob’s Ladder of the north due to the 21m fitness staircase. The multipurpose fitness hub is not only for fitness junkies, it also a great spot for families to stay fit and active together. Whitfords Nodes has mix of traditional play equipment, as well as a super fun ninja warrior course that will keep kids amused after a swim. The park’s amenities cater to both kids and parents, making it a favourite spot for all. You’ll also find BBQs and public toilets here. See more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Whitfords Nodes Health and Wellbeing Hub on Whitfords Ave, Hillarys.
Shepherds Bush Park, Kingsley
Pack your scooters and bikes for a fun-filled play on the road-like scooter track at Shepherds Bush. There is also a pump track for bigger kids to let loose on their BMXs. Once they’ve finished riding there’s traditional-style play equipment, and climbing frames, along with a covered barbecue area. See more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Shepherds Bush Playground at Barriedale Road, Kingsley.
Mawson Park, Hillarys
Mawson Park has a traditional playground that offers a variety of play equipment suitable for different age groups. If you have kids who love to climb – they’ll adore the challenge of the huge climbing nets. The park is found close to a lake, so there’s plenty of ducks to spot too. There are a few BBQs, picnic shelters and a toilet block. See more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Mawson Park on Flinders Ave, Hillarys.
Burns Beach Playground
The ship-themed Burns Beach Playground, is found opposite the delicious Sista’s Burns Beach Café, making it the perfect spot to combine a play at the park with a swim, walk along the coastal pathway or family brunch. The café (and neighbouring jaffle van) also makes it a good spot to grab a takeaway coffee and snacks to enjoy while the kids play. Be sure to head to the popular summer markets there too. See more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Burns Beach Playground on Ocean Parade, Burns Beach.
Mirror Park, Ocean Reef
Mirror Park has a playground and is also a popular skate park. A large grassy oval is perfect for ball sports, plus a traditional steel play area is suitable for most ages. Facilities include water fountains and a public toilet block. See more in the Buggybuddys review.
Find Mirror Park at 14 Mirror Place, Ocean Reef
As well as these playgrounds, throughout the city of Joondalup you’ll find loads of quieter neighbourhood parks with playgrounds. Here’s just a few:
- Mcintyre Park, Burns Beach
- Juniper Park, Duncraig
- Windermere Park, Joondalup
- Korella Park, Mullaloo
- Delamere Park, Currambine
- Edgewater Playground, Edgewater
- Barwon Park, Craigie
Joondalup boasts plenty of playgrounds from the coastal charm of Iluka Foreshore Park and Tom Simpson Park to the toddler-friendly equipment at Neil Hawkins Park and fitness gear at Whitfords Nodes, there’s a perfect spot for every family.
Pack your picnic baskets, grab the kids, and explore the best playgrounds in Joondalup!
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