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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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Faulkner Park is better known as Volcano Park due to the large volcano that is the feature of the park. It is quite a large park with a separate area suited to young ones and toddlers, making it a great day out for the whole family. There is water play, sand play, flying fox and plenty of playground equipment including swings and slides. It is fully fenced and has two entrances which are gated with self-locking gates. Volcano park was recently closed and reopened on 12 May with brand new equipment installed. The first piece is a wooden pirate ship Read more…
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Fontana Park is a brand new (April 2022) little park is hidden away in Trinity Estate, Alkimos. Whilst not big, it kept my 3 children busy for easily over an hour. There is a huge log swing which they loved and lots of room for everyone! The rock climbing wall was popular with my younger 2 children, which takes you up to the epic slide! They spent ages racing each other down the slide, it goes FAST and the kids absolutely loved it! ( shade sails above which was a bonus! ) There’s also a seesaw, and lots of Read more…
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Glasson park is a fully-gated and fenced playground, with a track around it for kids to safely scoot around in their trikes or scooters. There are plenty of shaded grass areas too. Inside the fenced area, you can also find benches and seats as well as BBQ-pits. Perfect for a picnic or even a party. The play area includes a toddler dinosaur slide, larger climbing slide play zone, a ‘windsurf’, flying fox, see-saw and plenty more. everybody’s gone surfing.. interesting see-saw On the other side, there’s also swings and a basketball court. Endless fun. swings and a basketball court Find Read more…
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Banks Reserve is located in Mouth Lawley on the banks of the Swan River, the play space is bearly recognisable after an extensive redevelopment. The new nature-based playground has been cleverly designed around the huge preexisting trees which offer plenty of shade! The treehouse is definitely a firm favourite and features a spiral slide and climbing net, kids can even climb the fork of the tree. The sand-free playground (yay for no sandy shoes) also features; A small bucket swing. Balancing and stepping logs. Embanked slides. A metal climbing dome. Motorbike rocker. Banks Reserve also features a small skate park Read more…
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Deep Water Point reserve in Mount Pleasant is a very popular spot for swimming, boating, water sports, picnics and birthday parties. Over the past year, this widely popular spot has undergone some extensive changes and the final stage is now complete and reopened in the last week. The upgrade includes a new boating ramp, new foreshore revetment works, new climbing frame for kids, new set of swings, picnic benches and tables and bbq pits. There is also a new Dome cafe onsite. The newly constructed playspace, specially designed for the little ones is now complete. It is located adjacent to the Read more…
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Close to the Peninsula Estate area of Maylands, a new playground has been built at De Lacey Reserve. This playground has something for younger and older kids alike. The first thing Miss 4 spotted was the flying fox. This has a small tower to launch from and sand beneath should someone slip off mid-ride. Miss 4 loved it! It was her favourite part of the playground. We found smaller kids will need help bringing it to the tower as it’s hard work without a bit of muscle. So parents, don’t be surprised if you get roped in for that job! Read more…
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Located in one of Hammond Park’s newest estates, Vivente, Parco Park playground is just a stone’s throw away from The Scramble Parkour Park. This sand-based playground is toddler-friendly, with various play structures for kids to explore. The playground is currently shaded with sail shades. This playground consists of 2 buildings which look like small little huts that are connected with the rope bridge. There are several climbing ropes and nets around the buildings for the kids to climb onto or exit from with the fireman pole. The rope bridge does get quite shaky when walking across. The younger kids might find Read more…
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Kids just love a skate park, though some of the larger spots can be teeming with older and faster kids. The brilliant Madox Playground and Pumptrack in Forrestdale has a smaller bowl than you’d usually find at a skate park – perfect for beginners – as well as a great little playground. The playground features a rope climbing frame, scooter/bike track, a sand fall toddler play area, as well as really unique features like a foosball table, painted balancing logs and a treasure hunt. Anything with wheels – scooters, bikes and even skateboards are a must at Madox. There’s a Read more…
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Grand Promenade Reserve, Bedford Grand Promenade Reserve is a leafy park in the City of Bayswater. It has a great sand-based playground with a mixture of equipment for a range of ages. If your child likes to climb, they’ll likely enjoy this playground. With ladders, a rope web and a small climbing wall, as well as a balancing beam course, there is lots to exercise little muscles. My Miss 4.5 was straight up the climbing wall and up a ladder made up of small platforms from the moment we arrived. When she wasn’t climbing, she was jumping off into 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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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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If you’re in the Margaret River region and looking for a playground where kids can burn off energy, (that’s NOT at a brewery or winery) Riflebutts Reserve in Prevelly is the perfect stop. This new playground, nestled amongst dunes near the beach, is a great spot for families to relax outdoors. The play space, inspired by historic beach shacks, has nature play elements including timber steppers, logs and more. The playground has something for most ages, with equipment designed to entertain and challenge. From climbing walls to nest swings, parent-todler swings, slides, and imaginative play areas, there’s plenty to keep Read more…
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Jackadder Lake Playground is a picturesque park just north west of the city. This lovely lakeside spot features a shaded children’s playground, exercise equipment and paths perfect for bikes and scooters. As of the beginning of August 2023, the playground has been refreshed with new climbing equipment, a new and improved juniors area, and new picnic facilities. Miss 9 was excited to check out the new play equipment. Gone is the crumbling soft fall rubber, and in place there is soft white sand. In place of the old stained slide, there is now a longer colourful tube slide. There are 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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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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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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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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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…
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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 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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Built within a reserve full of shady native trees, Homestead Park in Thornlie has a fun playground with a mix nature play and traditional equipment. There’s sure to be something all the whole family will enjoy. On arrival, Miss 9 was excited to explore the playground. This is made up of mainly wood. The main part being a wooden fort with a rope ladder and a slide. There is also a wooden ladder and a climbing wall to get up. The base has a small shop window built in for imaginative play. Adjacent to the fort, there is a climbing 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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All aboard the good ship “Investigator”! We found ourselves at the Flinders Bay Playground in Augusta, quite by accident, literally. What started as a family day out at Hamelin Bay, ended at the small seaside town after a trip to the Augusta Hospital (gotta love a fishhook in the leg!). Anyway, our next trip to Augusta is already planned, after this great little find. The “ship playground” is found at a brilliant park right on the ocean. The nature-based playground itself is a pearler, with a beautiful Jarrah ship (which could be a pirate ship or “friendly” ship in imaginative 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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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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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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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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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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When driving to the Great Southern town of Albany, we took a little detour off Albany Highway to visit the NEW Hotham River Foreshore Adventure Play Park in Boddington. Found on the banks of the Hotham River, the fantastic playground truly has something for kids of all ages, as well as providing a welcome rest stop for a picnic. As we arrived, Little Chef ran straight for the double flying fox, with one pommel seat and a harness seat for littlies. Clamber up the big boulders to the top of the hill where you can explore the tunnels. There is 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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If you’re in the stunning Southern Forest town of Manjimup, no doubt you will have taken the kids along to the amazing Timber Park You know, the one with the ginormous slide and beautiful carved wooden birds hiding in the play area? Well, there’s another playground in Manji that’s well worth a visit – The Manjin Playground and Skate Park! If you find yourself in the more central area of Manjimup town, The Manjin Playground and Skate Park is a great spot for children of all ages to scoot, play explore. The Park boasts many quality facilities including a children’s playground, 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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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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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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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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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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Found on Toodyay’s main street, Stirling Terrace, a short stroll from the famous Toodyay Bakery is a new playground (opened Sept 2023). The small, but mighty playground packs a big punch with vibrant traditional equipment that will keep kids of all ages entertained. The playground is partly shaded by mature trees and has a soft fall and sand base – perfect for taking a bucket and spade along for a little sand play. The play structure is great for those who love to climb! There are ropes, a climbing wall and more. For little ones, there’s a ramp up to Read more…
