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Buggybuddys Guide to Parks in Perth and Playgrounds in Perth
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The ultimate guide to the best playgrounds and parks in Perth! Kids love burning off energy at parks and playgrounds, and Perth’s got some of the best in the world. We’ve seen many new super parks open up recently with some impressive play equipment, features and facilities. Best of all, they’re all FREE!
We’ve listed sand and no-sand parks as we know this can be an issue with some parents not wanting their kids to play in sand. We’ve added categories to filter parks with water features, enclosed fenced playgrounds, partly fenced and non-fenced. Those with open water where you can visit the ducks and enjoy some wildlife during your trip to the park. Many parks have toilets. However, some local community playgrounds don’t, which can be a deal breaker if you’re potty training your little one or want to stay longer than an hour. So we’ve listed parks with toilets available.
Lastly, we’ve added details of where playgrounds are close to local coffee shops, cafes and restaurants. Therefore you can grab a bite to eat before or after your play, or grab a takeaway coffee.
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Leafy Somerly Park in the northern suburb of Clarkson features a bright playground suitable for kids of all ages, including traditional play equipment mixed with some sensory play. On arriving and walking down the path and under a tall gazebo to the playground, the first things to grab Miss 4’s attention was the musical play equipment. A board with different shapes to drum on and chiming pipes of different heights and pitch stand at one end along with two spring rockers and a spinning toy. From here, she began exploring the main play structure, starting with the rubber swinging platforms. Read more…
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Catalina park features a playground to one side, with winding pathways through garden beds packed with native plants. On the other side of the bushy garden is the grassed area which has a soccer goal at one end and plenty of room to run and kick a ball about. The playground is set right next to the path and road although there are some limestone walls alongside the play areas. It’s a unique design with varying levels for children to climb and explore. At the top is a large nature play based area, with logs set in sand. Perfect for Read more…
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Edwardes Park Nature Playground is an extension to the existing small playground and sits adjacent to a large oval. Made from recycled material it makes a nice addition to the suburban area and utilises material from the Henderson waste treatment facility. Edwardes Park Nature Playground features a double flying fox including one to suit disabled children with an access ramp. I found it to be particularly high and struggled to hold it and get my daughter in. The playground hosted a large black pipe to climb on or slide down with tyre steps leading to it. This was a perfect Read more…
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5If you’re looking for a small adventurous playground, Migrant Park in Kelmscott is the place for you. It’s great because it caters for all kids, no matter their age. It has two different sized slides, a rock-climbing wall and a rope climb to reach the main slide. There’s also a nature-based play area with balancing logs and a xylophone, perfect for sensory play. You’ll also find a little cubby area designed for water and sand play. There’s also a shelter with a table, chairs and a bbq for parents to sit and watch the kids play. There are no toilets, Read more…
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G.O. Edwards Park on Burswood Road has recently had continued to have improvements and additions since the new playground opened in May 2018. The playground is now a nice mix of traditional playground equipment and nature play, more recent additions include exercise stops and a fenced dog park. Parking is available in the car park off Burswood Road. The first thing we noticed about the park was the steep red slide. As soon as our daughter was out the car she ran straight to this slide. The slide is built on softfall base and is enclosed. The slide is steep Read more…
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While we were all locked out of playgrounds due to COVID-19, Floreat Beach Playspace had a total makeover! The focal point of the playground is the ‘Kraken’, a cephalopod-like sea monster which I think looks a little like a blue-ringed octopus! The wooden climbing structure features climbing obstacles and slide. You can also hide in the belly of the beast. A tentacle to the side features different ropes and rings which are perfect for little monkeys. Another tentacle houses a small net swing. The highlight for my 3 year old was captaining the wooden boat – he loved pretending he Read more…
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If you’re looking for a peaceful playground surrounded by trees and birds singing, then playground at Ian Robbins Park is for you. Situated at the centre of the park is a great playground, which has recently been upgraded with new equipment and fresh white sand. This is covered with shade sails for much of day and has a few bench seats located close by. The play structure is suitable for toddlers and upwards, though young children may require some assistance with some of the equipment. This is a great playground for kids who love to climb. The top of the Read more…
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Situated close by to Subiaco Train Station and Domain Stadium is the pretty and peaceful Market Square Park. We discovered the park after a visit to a nearby cafe, and Miss almost 3 loved it! It was quiet and leafy, full of birdsong with the sound of the occasional train going by. Market Square Park has a small playground covered with shade sails and with thick rubber soft fall matting as a base. The main part Miss loved was the curly slide, climbing it and sliding down repeatedly. There are also climbing ladders, a small chain ladder, a steering wheel Read more…
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Jackson Wilding Reserve, Karrinyup If you’re looking for somewhere a little different to play, why not check out Jackson Wilding Reserve in Karrinyup? With a nature playground and a traditional playground, it’s sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. The nature play at Jackson Wilding Reserve in Karrinyup is not your average playground! Built adjacent to Newborough Primary School, its far from the typical sanitised play areas most kids are used to. This playground is made up of recycled timber and tree branches, some painted in vibrant colours. It offers children a real chance to climb, Read more…
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Just 5 minutes drive from Garden City Shopping Centre, atop Wireless Hill, is a beautiful is Wireless Hill Nature Playspace. We arrived in the middle of the day, and amazingly the play area is naturally shaded by the surrounding trees, even at noon. It was so quiet and peaceful, with by birdsong come from the surrounding bush land. Miss almost 3 really enjoyed Wireless Hill Nature Playspace . She found lots of balancing beams, logs and rocks to climb. There are steps carved out of logs running up to a platform. A lot of the play area is surrounded by Read more…
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In the middle of Victoria Park along busy Albany Hwy you will find Read Park. It is a lovely green, shady park situated next to the Victoria Park Community garden. The play equipment has been situated away from the highway and one of the play areas is enclosed with a fence. The area also has toilets, including an accessible toilet, drink fountain, rubbish bins and bench seats. There is street parking available on both Albany Highway and Salford Street – just check signs for any time limits and fees. There is also a free library box in the park if Read more…
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If your kids love getting out on their bikes or scooters, Rendell Park is well worth a visit. Rendell Park features a scooter and bike track in a similar style to Shepherds Bush Park, with the track laid out like a mini road with little street signs and a roundabout. There’s a start and finish like like a race track, a wiggly road to navigate through the middle, and hills to coast down. For bigger kids on bigger bikes, there is a small gravel track at the top of the park with concrete based humps to ride across. In addition Read more…
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Just off of Beach Road in Girrawheen, we discovered Tendring Park, a neat little park with a life sized snakes and ladders game. The main play structure in the playground features a twisty slide, a climbing wall, a rope climbing web, a fireman pole, some balancing platforms, monkey bars, and a little steering wheel at the top for imagination play. There is also a spring-rocker in the sand nearby. Lots to challenge kids of all ages. This park also has swings in abundance. There are five swings all up! A pair of toddler swings, a pair of regular swings and Read more…
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Located on the beautiful South Perth foreshore is Hurlingham Rd Park a playground designed for able bodied and less able bodied children. The main play structure can be accessed by a wheelchair ramp. This area is sand based and covered by shade sails in summer. This play structure can also be accessed by different steps, ladders and climbing walls, depending on the ability of your child. There are two slides. One is a standard straight slide, the other is a slightly curved enclosed slide. The play structure has plenty more of room for little ones to play underneath and has Read more…
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Carlindie Park is a fairly new park snuggled in between Glenburg Drive and Carlindie Parkway, Golden Bay. There are plenty of open spaces and nature for your little ones to discover. It is the perfect after school hangout for kids! There are two undercover seating areas with one containing a free use BBQ. Artistically designed play features include: Swing Seesaw Balancing boards For the sports fan there are AFL goals to practice your kicking and a half basketball court. For those who love to ride their bike or scooter, there is plenty of paving all around the park to have Read more…
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John Oldham Park is a bit of a hidden gem and the last place you would expect alongside a busy freeway intersection so close to the city, but once you have found it you will often find that you have the place to yourself, except for the odd cyclist on the path down to the Mounts Bay Road. Much of the parkland is surrounded by a lake and nature reserve, the car park is relatively small and is paid parking, but once you cross over the bridge you get straight to the playground and open space that kids can run Read more…
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Brabham has recently added a new park to Ariella estate, Ariella Adventure Park, and it’s absolutely delightful. The park features an awesome dragonfly play structure which consists of two rope climbing frames and one giant slide. The kids loved climbing up high at the top of the frame then walking along, before doing their best speed down the slide! It kept them entertained for ages! There is a walking trail so make sure you bring along your kid’s bikes or scooters. Also, there is a large open grass area for the kids to run around and kick a footy. Nature Read more…
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Dazzle Park is a vibrant and colourful playground located at lluma Estate in Bennett springs. This unusual playground is situated within a hedge maze which we are sure will provide lots of extra fun once it matures. This playground is definitely one for the kids not afraid of heights. Located in the centre of the hedge maze is the main feature of the playground, a large climbing wall that leads to a high yellow slide. You’ll also find a colourful xylophone with music sheets for a wide range of nursery rhymes and a cool birds nest swing. Bring your scooter Read more…
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We all know and love the beautiful Bells Rapids, but just a few Kilometres up the road is a peaceful spot known as Jumbuck Hill Park. Located on rolling hills in Brigadoon, this park is the most peaceful spot we have been to, and at the moment with so much rain you can hear the water flowing in the rocks in different areas of the park. Known for being a great spot for hiking, Jumbuck Hill has the most breathtaking views. You’ll also find two picnic areas. The 1st area has a shelter, bbq, seats and a grassed area where Read more…
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Wow! If your kids are into riding bikes – whatever age they are, John Dunn Challenge Park in Kelmscott is amazing. There are four bike tracks, plus a trainer track, mini track, intermediate track and advanced track – meaning there is a level to suit everyone here. The new (as of May 2022) bike challenge park caters for all things on two wheels – specifically mountain bikes and BMXs. If your kiddos love to ride their bike, be sure to bring them here. The John Dunn Challenge Park is ideal for little ones on balance bikes and training wheels, right Read more…
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Found in the heart of the Avon Valley, Beverley has a fun playground that awaits visiting families and kids of all ages. The country town has recently unveiled its new playground at Moort Wabiny Park adding a touch of adventure to this charming community. Kids of every age will find something fun here. There’s nature play, and a big red truck, plus a skate park, pump track, and basketball court. And there’s a handy shaded barbeque area. The fenced and gated playground is found on Vincent Street, Beverley’s main road. This means that is in a prime position to all Read more…
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There’s a new playground in Perth’s south! Found at The Links golf course in Port Kennedy, “The Nest” is a great spot for kids to play – particularly if they love golf. Part of the golf club’s redevelopment, it is found right opposite Birdie café and restaurant, making it a great spot for lunch with the family. (MINI GOLF COURSE CURRENTLY CLOSED – APRIL 2022) As well as the huge slide being an impressive feature, the playground has several mini golf holes. It’s not a traditional mini golf course, there are no hole numbers etc, but it is FREE to Read more…
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A playground has opened at Serpentine Dam, replacing an older, smaller play area. The fenced and gated spot, has been inspired by the surrounding natural landscape of the Perth Hills. Serpentine Dam has been a popular day trip spot for decades. Now, the area has even more to enjoy and explore. The playground is suited to most ages, with low equipment that even tiny tots can explore. There’s a nest swing, small slide, merry go round net thingy (lol). There’s so much climbing-based equipment. There’s loads of nature based stepping logs and stones too. As well as the new fun playground, Read more…
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The impressive $1.5m The Edge Skatepark Calista is one of WA’s biggest skating facilities. The skatepark’s main features are a competition-level bowl, street section, beginner’s area (great for little ones on scooters), parkour obstacles and a basketball half-court. Skateboards, scooters, BMX bikes and even rollerblades are welcome. The big skate park is large enough to still ensure plenty of room to ride. There is a mix of younger children on scooters, as well as teens on their skateboards. The various skating zones allow kids of all ages and skill levels to enjoy this inclusive space. The main features include: a Read more…
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Set in reclaimed parkland alongside Railway Street in Cottesloe, you can find a one of Perth’s newest nature playgrounds, East Cottesloe Nature Play Trail. Including a scooter track, a fenced toddler park and wooden climbing equipment, this nature playground has something to suit kids from tiny tots to teens. Opening in September 2023, this new nature trail replaces an older pre-existing playground, known as the Purple Dinosaur Park. The parkland has since been extended, running a number of blocks. The new play area now includes a fenced toddler park at the Perth Street end – What we thought of as Read more…
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Heading to Collie to checkout the AMAZING Wellington Dam wall mural? Well, you may also find yourself in the town itself, looking for a bite to eat, or place for the kids to play. Collie’s Central Park and Water Play Space is a fab spot for children to roam and explore the many mini blue hills and bumps. The playground features both soft fall and nature play areas – packing a lot into a relatively small area. There are spinners, rope bridges, a nest swing, and more, with much of the equipment found under shade sails. And there’s also this Read more…
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Claughton Reserve, Bayswater Claughton Reserve, Bayswater, is a picturesque park located by the Swan River. This play space features a nature play area that kids of all ages will love. In addition, there is a colourful fairy trail to be explored. The new playground area at Claughton Reserve was completed in December 2020, and designed to provide a sense of adventure and challenge for children aged 2-12. The design includes accessible pathways and a basket swing to ensure children of all abilities have the opportunity to enjoy the play space. On arrival, Miss 7 headed straight for the playground area. Read more…
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Did you know that Lake Leschenaultia has a pump track? If you want to start the kid’s love of mountain biking early, Lake Lesch is a perfect place to begin, with wide, flat gravel pathways and a fun pump track too. Found near the main entrance of lovely Lake Leschenaultia, the Lake Leschenaultia Pump Track will get the whole family’s heart rate up! Not sure what a pump track is exactly? It’s a continuous loop track (gravel in this case), that you can ride with a minimal amount of peddling, simply using momentum. The idea is the rider gets used Read more…
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The Walyalup Koort Play Space Fremantle has opened! Found in Freo’s heart, the Kings Square play space has been inspired by the port city’s industrial history and close links with nature. There are vibrant design features such as cranes, bridges, train tracks and shipping containers, as well as natural elements like water and trees. The fun play area has been created with toddlers through to primary school aged children in mind. While the soft fall is a good safety feature, there is little shade around. Be sure to slip, slap , slop! There’s a fun crane fort, with nest swing. As Read more…
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Just when you thought Bunbury couldn’t get any more kid-friendly – along comes another fantastic playground! Joining Sykes Foreshore Splash Park, Koolambidi Woola Youth Precinct (skate park) and Koombana Foreshore Playground, Mangrove Cove is a spot where nature and adventure collide. This nature playground invites families to pause by the Leschenault Inlet and enjoy a little outdoor fun. Whether you’re embarking on a road trip down south or simply seeking somewhere new to explore in Bunno, this newly opened playground promises plenty to discover. The Mangrove Cove car park is found across the road from the Dolphin Discovery Centre. Here, there’s Read more…
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Dianella BMX Track As of July 2021, Dianella Regional Open Space now features a stunning new BMX track. Dianella BMX Track is naturally shaded and the perfect spot for kids of all ages to race off some energy. Stage One and Stage Two of the new track, built by City of Stirling, was completed in July. The third and finally stage is currently awaiting funding. Dianella BMX Track is made up of two parts. One half is made of compacted limestone. This includes rock climbs, balance beams and drop offs. This track is rough and bumpy, and just made for Read more…
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If you have little skater boys and girls – be sure to check out the Belmont Skate Park. Do your kids love to skate, scoot and ride their BMX’s? Next time you’re in the area, be sure to throw the skateboards and scooters in the back of the car. They will love it! The skate park is located right next to the Belmont Leisure Centre (perfect for cooling off after a ride). And there’s also the neighboring “volcano park” – a HUGE play area, lots of picnic spots, the Belmont Library and an excellent café (8 Yolks) within about 350 Read more…
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Kids love a skate park, though little learners may find larger skate spots intimidating. The One71 Pump track and playground in Baldivis has smaller bowls than your average skate park. This is lots of fun and perfect for beginners wanting to hone their skills, before trying to bust some moves at a full sized skate park. Anything with wheels goes at the One71 pump track and playground– scooters, bikes and even skateboards. The pump track has lots of super fun bumps and humps, as well as mini-bowls. There’s a concrete bike path that loops the whole park. As well as Read more…
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Pat O’Hara Reserve, Morley As of June 2021 a new playground has been installed at Pat O’Hara Reserve in Morley. This fantastic new play area consists of traditional equipment, nature play elements and a new netball court adjacent to a huge oval. With all this, it’s a great park to take kids of all ages. On arriving, Miss 7 dashed straight for the nature playground. The main part of this has wood chips as a base, which is great if you’re not a fan of sand. The nature play consists mainly of wood and rope equipment. There are logs Read more…
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Found along Southwest Highway, in the quaint country town of Waroona, Railside Park is a newly developed destination (Opened December 2023) that caters to every age group of kids. Whether you’re a local or traveler seeking a place to stretch your legs; this park promises plenty to entertain the kids, enjoy a picnic, and more to explore. The first thing that catches your eye is the windmill slide. Children of all ages will love exploring the many play features, from the climbing frames and swings that offer endless entertainment. The windmill is best for older kids, as its slide is Read more…
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There’s yet another reason to make the South West town of Bunbury a stop on your next road trip – its brilliant new Koolambidi Woola Youth Precinct. Koolambidi Woola is Noongar for ‘celebrating young people’. Here there’s a basketball court, parkour (for big and little kids), massive beach climbing net, skate park, and even mini golf! Next time you head south with your family, be sure to pack the skateboards and scooters! The new multi-million-dollar Youth Precinct opened recently (July 2022), on the Bunbury. The new skate and scooter facilities are fantastic. Catering for beginner to advanced level skaters there Read more…
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Have you checked out the Victoria Park Skate Park/ Vic Park Bowl at McCallum Park? If you have children that love to skate, next time you’re in the area be sure to throw the skateboards and scooters in your car. The skate park is located near to the Causeway, where there’s also lots of grassed space to kick a footy. The river side bike paths make it a great place to couple a visit the skate park with a scoot/walk/ride along the Swan River. East to Burswood Park and Optus Stadium, or West to Coode St and South Perth. The Read more…
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Harborne Ruislip Playground, Wembley Harborne Ruislip Playground is a neat fenced park in Wembley. It may be small, but it’s packed with features kids will enjoy! The first thing that grabbed Miss 8’s attention was the wooden play structure. The main feature of the playground, it has a baby swing and a birds nest style swing. There’s a climbing wall and stairs made of logs of various heights. There’s a bridge to cross over, and a slide or fireman pole to come down. In the sandpit, there is a recycled tree stump. The stump has been set into the Read more…
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The Veterans Memorial Park Port Kennedy has something to suit the whole family, from tiny tots to teens! The large park includes two playgrounds, the new-ish Port Kennedy skate park and a memorial dedicated to our war veterans. The city of Rockingham’s largest skate park features lots of trails, bowls, ramps and an adjacent snake run. Though it’s very popular it’s large enough to ensure plenty of room. There was a mix of younger children on scooters, as well as teens busting moves on their skateboards. There are covered seating areas for parents and kids to have a break from Read more…
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As of autumn 2022, Coventry Village in Morley now has a fenced outdoor playground. In addition to the existing indoor playground, this is located close to cafes and restaurants. If your kids love to climb, then they are sure to love this! The play area is made up predominantly of climbing structures. The base is rubber softfall, so perfect for those of us who dislike sand. Signage stages the play area is tailored to kids aged four to thirteen years old. The indoor playground is targeted more towards the littler kids. The first structure Miss 7 climbed had the option Read more…
