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Buggybuddys Guide to Parks in Perth and Playgrounds in Perth
Find Playgrounds near me
Looking for the best Playgrounds and parks in Perth for your next family outing? Youโre in the right place. Whether youโve got a toddler who loves gentle slides and swings, primary school kids who want to climb everything in sight, or tweens chasing a bigger challenge, Perth is packed with incredible play spaces โ and they are completely FREE.
Buggybuddysโ directory brings together everything from neighbourhood gems to big destination super parks, plus nature play spaces, foreshore and beachside parks, and adventure Playgrounds with climbing towers, flying foxes, pump tracks and more. We know the practical stuff matters too, so youโll find options that suit real-life parenting: fenced Playgrounds, parks with toilets, shade, water play, and even listings near cafรฉs for that essential post-play coffee.
Use the filters to narrow down what you need (sand vs non-sand, all-abilities, toddler-friendly, scooter & bike parks and more), then pick a spot and get outside. Perthโs Playground scene is seriously world-class โ happy exploring!
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MacDonald Park in Padbury is a fantastic all-rounder for families, combining an engaging scooter and bike skills track, a fun mix of nature and traditional play, and a huge sporting oval. Tucked away in a residential pocket, it offers plenty of space to run, ride and explore, making it a brilliant spot for everything from quick after-school visits to weekend playdates and sports sessions. The standout feature is the traffic-themed scooter and bike track designed especially for younger riders. Kids can weave their way around roundabouts, speed humps and twisting roads, all lined with mini road signs, pedestrian crossings and Read moreโฆ
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I donโt know about you but I am hanging out for these summer days to arrive and take advantage of the long warm days! However, as a family, it can be hard to find a spot which ticks all the boxes for everyone, so look no further than this hidden little gem located in Mandurah. Named McLennan Park, it is a 15-minute car ride from Mandurah located in the suburb of Madora Bay, which also has the added bonus of having a bus stop right at the park if you will be arriving by public transport. Located one side of Read moreโฆ
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Marlinspike Park in Jindalee is a bright, modern coastal Playground thatโs popular with local families and visitors exploring the northern suburbs. Set beside the primary school playing fields, the park feels open and airy, with ocean breezes and plenty of space for kids to run around, kick a ball or enjoy a picnic. The Playgroundโs design has a contemporary, almost industrial feel, with lots of rope structures and climbing frames that encourage kids to scramble, balance and swing. Children who love to climb will be in heaven here โ there are rope nets, tunnels and fortress-style structures that are perfect Read moreโฆ
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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 moreโฆ
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Tucked within Calleya Estate in Treeby, Allure North Park is a brilliant combo of junior BMX pump track and adventure Playground, making it a top spot for kids who love to ride, climb and explore. Located on Sapphire Drive, this community park is designed with active families in mind, with plenty to keep both confident riders and younger children entertained. The standout feature at Allure North Park is the junior BMX pump track. This smooth bitumen circuit is popular with BMX riders, kids on regular bikes, skateboarders and scooter riders. The track includes gentle rollers and curved walls that allow Read moreโฆ
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Dixon Park in Hamilton Hill is a much-loved local nature Playground set amongst mature trees, fruit trees and native bushland, making it feel like a little bush adventure right in the suburbs. Located on a quiet street in Hamilton Hill, it combines a fantastic nature play space with a large oval, half basketball court and BMX pump track, so thereโs plenty to keep kids of all ages busy for a few hours. The centrepiece of the Playground is a large timber fort built around established trees, providing lots of natural shade. Kids can reach the top in a number of Read moreโฆ
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Tucked within the leafy Frasers Landing estate in Coodanup, this bright red Playground really pops against the surrounding bush and water. As you drive along Lakewood Parkway the first thing youโll spot is the striking โbirdโs nestโ tower, which ties in beautifully with the estateโs riverside, nature-focused setting and resident birdlife. It feels like a hidden local gem rather than a big destination Playground, but thereโs still plenty here to keep kids happily exploring. The main feature is the tall birdโs nest structure. Confident climbers can choose their own adventure to the top, with a rock-climbing wall, net rope ladder Read moreโฆ
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Ahoy! Azure Park Playground is the NEW shipwreck-themed playground located off Azure Terrace in Lake Coogee. This toddler-friendly playground consists of 2 different play areas with nature play elements, a wooden ship structure, an accessible nest swing and even a small scooter path around it. Little pirates will have fun shouting โAye, Aye Captainโ while steering the helm at the front of the ship! Little ones can get onto the ship deck by using the ramp and crossing a bridge. The deck is spacious enough to run around with an escape hole in the middle for them to Read moreโฆ
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Bigger isnโt always better when it comes to playgrounds. Especially with toddlers. Sometimes you just want a smaller playground where you know you can keep them within view and be within their abilities to play. Quinns Rocks is home to many playgrounds but there are two within a short walk from each other meaning you have the choice of one or both. James Cook Playground is a favourite of mine. I love that the theme of a pirate ship encourages my daughter not only to play but also to express her imagination. We often pretend to sail out to sea Read moreโฆ
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Des Penman Reserve is a large grassy reserve located in Nollamara. It is one of the largest of its kind in the area. Set aside in one corner, there is a neat playground, which is staggered over a number of levels for the kids to explore. The main climbing frame has two plastic slides, a straight one and a twisty corkscrew slide. There are various climbing ladders, an abacus with blue plastic balls, a steering wheel for imaginative play, and a flying fox. There is a cute spring rocker that looks like a lizard or maybe dinosaur. This was a Read moreโฆ
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Walter Day Park is a brilliant family Playground nestled within the St Leonards Private Estate at the gateway to the Swan Valley. Set off Arthur Street in Dayton, this neighbourhood park combines a big, castleโstyle play structure with plenty of green open space, making it a great stop before or after exploring the nearby Swan Valley attractions. The estate itself has been designed around community parks and Playgrounds, so this spot really is the heart of the local area. The Playground is divided into two main zones โ one aimed at older, more confident climbers and another that is perfect Read moreโฆ
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Abbeville Park, in the northern coastal suburb of Mindarie, is a bright, energetic Playground set within a large active reserve. This is very much a โrun, climb and burn off energyโ kind of park โ ideal for active kids who love to scramble, swing, and explore, while still offering enough quieter corners and sensory elements to keep younger children engaged. Where Abbeville Park really stands out is its range of climbing and physical play options. Kids can challenge themselves on steppers, a mini zipline, rope bridges, a rope spider web, rope tunnels, vertical climbing tubes, a climbing wall, and more Read moreโฆ
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Tucked away in a suburban area of Joondalup (not far from the Candlewood Shopping Centre) is Windermere Park. The little gem of a park has enough play equipment to keep kids busy for a while! The playground is small, but a lot is packed into it, with traditional play and a little nature play too. The main sand-fall playground is shaded in the late afternoon by mature trees and found close to the club rooms. This fort-like play structure is fantastic for kindy/primary school aged children, as there are lots of things to climb on. Thereโs a steering wheel, ladder, Read moreโฆ
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Tom Wright Park in Carlisle has long been a brilliant all-round destination for families, and with the brand-new Baillie Hill Precinct now open, itโs better than ever for kids of all ages. Located opposite the West Coast Eagles training ground, this large community precinct blends nature play, epic climbing challenges, water and sand play, sports courts, a scooter and skate park, plus a fully fenced dog park โ making it an easy full-day outing. The main Playground is nestled amongst mature trees, so thereโs plenty of natural shade throughout the day. Kids who love to climb and scramble will make Read moreโฆ
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Coode St Jetty playground is on the South Perth foreshore. It’s the perfect spot for a family picnic, BBQ or just a play as it’s got parking available has plenty of open space, BBQ facilities, shaded picnic tables, is close to the Boatshed Cafe for lunch or coffee and has toilets nearby. The playground is sand based and is fully covered by shade sails in summer months. It is a good playground for different ages as it has separate play equipment for younger children and older children. In aย little separate area, there is a set of four swings – two Read moreโฆ
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Carrington Park in Nedlands is a sweet little neighbourhood Playground, perfect for a relaxed play while you grab a takeaway coffee or catch up with friends. Tucked between Weld Street and Carrington Street, it has a welcoming community feel, with a big grassy area, shady trees and the gentle hum of local dog walkers and families passing through. The Playground itself has been toddler-friendly equipment, making it an easy option for younger children. The main play structure features shorter slides and smaller steps that are ideal for little legs just finding their confidence. Thereโs also a fun crawling tunnel for Read moreโฆ
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Fancote Park is located behind Stargate Shops in Kelmscott. As we drove past the big forte caught our eye so we stopped for a look and a play. The park has wide open grassed spaces for ball games or running around, sand-based playground, exercise equipment and the forte. The park is also equipped with a covered BBQ, picnic tables and benches around the play equipment. There is a drinking fountain near the picnic tables. The park has lovely mature trees which provide some shade for the picnic tables and exercise equipment. There is a fence between the park and the Read moreโฆ
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Do your kids watch ninja warrior shows and tell you that they want to challenge one? Then you have to bring them down to Radiata Park at Aubin Grove to give them a taste of the ninja warrior-style obstacle course! Not only that, Radiata Park has a pump track, skate park, and even a toddler-friendly playground! This smallish pump track inside the park is great for beginners. The girls had no trouble looping around it with their bicycle and scooter. I like that the trees around it provided some shade onto the track. Next to it is a 3-3 basketball Read moreโฆ
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Banks Reserve in Mount Lawley is a beautiful riverside park on Joel Terrace, right on the banks of the Swan River. The large, leafy reserve is built around magnificent mature trees, which provide plenty of natural shade and give the area a relaxed, bushy feel. Itโs a popular spot for families looking for a Playground, open space and access to the river, all just minutes from the city. The standout feature of the Playground is the impressive treehouse. Built around one of the huge existing trees, it offers loads of climbing opportunities and a sense of adventure for confident kids. Read moreโฆ
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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 youโd usually find at a skate park โ perfect for beginners โ 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 โ scooters, bikes and even skateboards are a must at Madox. Thereโs a Read moreโฆ
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Centenary Park in Belmont is a lovely spot for families, combining a fully fenced toddler-friendly Playground with a scenic lakeside walk, big open sports fields and plenty of facilities for longer visits. Tucked on the Daly Street side of the park near Centenary Park Community Centre and the oval, itโs easy to make a whole morning or afternoon of your visit here, especially with a handy McDonaldโs nearby for a takeaway coffee on the way. The fenced Playground has been designed with younger children in mind and features a mix of soft fall and sand, so thereโs room for both Read moreโฆ
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Hidden in Aveley is a scenic park, wondering footpaths, an adventure playground and a cafรฉ just metres away. Aveley Central Park and Vale Adventure Playground, located just off Gnangara Road, is a beautiful park that offers a stunning walk around its picturesque water features. Offering an adventure playground, dog park, and small skate park will please all members of the family. The Adventure playground features play spaces for varying abilities, including a flying fox, slides, swings, climbing pieces, stepping stumps, and many other nature-themed items. There are plenty of shade sails and seating for parents to sit and watch. It Read moreโฆ
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Located in one of Hammond Parkโs 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 moreโฆ
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Kent Street Weir Pump Track is now part of a much bigger, thoughtfully redeveloped precinct on the banks of the Canning River, making it a brilliant destination for families with kids who ride โ and for those whoโd rather explore, picnic or play nearby. The asphalt pump track itself has been professionally designed and built by Common Ground to suit all skill levels, from wobbly beginners on balance bikes to confident BMX and mountain bike riders. There are two flowing, endless loops featuring rollers, berms, jumps and a dedicated jump line for more advanced riders who enjoy getting some air. Read moreโฆ
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Since the opening of Optus Stadium in 2018, the iconic Subiaco Oval, which originally opened in 1908, has undergone a remarkable transformation. Once a bustling hub for AFL games, it has now been reimagined into a vibrant community space. The Subiaco Oval area is a beautiful spot where families, sports lovers, and history enthusiasts can come together to relive old memories and create new ones. The newly revamped site offers a fantastic playground, perfect for younger children. The nature-based playground is fully sheltered and features a range of equipment, including seesaws, a shopfront, a cooking station, a small climbing structure, Read moreโฆ
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Broadview park is set around a small lake, with a path running all the way around it. It’s a lovely spot and perfect for a stroll or ride around the lake and a play. Over the water is a gorgeous little gazebo with seats inside. This is the perfect spot to look for ducks and koi. The gazebo is safely fenced, with no risk of children slipping into the water. There’s no barrier around the lake or play equipment though there is a decent distance between them. There is a small playground set on sand for younger children, featuring stairs Read moreโฆ
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Orangutan Park in Golden Bay is a welcome addition to the area and provides a fantastic green open space and cool new play park. It is in keeping with the other play parks on the development which gives it that distinctive Golden Bay feel. However, the play park itself is totally different to the others so you feel like you are exploring in your own backyard. It has a great range of play equipment all based on nature play and although the play area is fairly small it has lots of sensory, music, balance and climbing equipment.ย There are three Read moreโฆ
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Set in the heart of beautiful Perth Hills spot, Roleystone, Borrello Park has something for kids of all ages. Recently, the play area at the much-loved park was replaced. This park is only 15 minutes’ drive from Armadale town center, and yet it feels like you’ve travelled hours down south. It’s close to Araluen Botanic Park too. The leafy park is particularly special during late autumn (May), when the golden leaves of the deciduous tree park begin to fall. The new play structures include an easily accessed walkway, fort and slides. The wood-chip based area is partially shaded by sails. Read moreโฆ
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The Burns Beach Playground is found at a grassy park, overlooking Burns Beach. Itโs location, as well as it being slap, bang opposite the delicious Sista’s Burns Beach Cafรฉ, make it an ideal spot to combine a play at the park with a swim, walk along the coastal pathway or family meal. The cafรฉ also makes it a good spot to grab a takeaway coffee and snacks to enjoy while the kids play. The metal playground structure keeps the ocean theme, as itโs shaped like a boat. There are two slides, a climbing wall, monkey bars, tunnel, firemanโs pole, as Read moreโฆ
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Tucked away on Mary Street in Como, Olives Reserve is a lovely local park with a modern Playground and a dedicated dog exercise area, making it a great spot for families with both kids and furry friends. The sand-based Playground features a compact but fun combination of equipment, perfect for kids who love to climb and explore. There are two slides, rope ladders, a firemanโs pole, a wobbly bridge, a small rock climbing wall and swings. The layout works well as a little obstacle course โ ideal for kids who enjoy racing each other from one end to the other Read moreโฆ
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Rayment Park in Lathlain is a fantastic all-rounder for families, offering a big green space, three distinct play areas, and lots of room for kids of different ages to spread out and explore. Set opposite a local school and across the road from popular Kettle Cafe, itโs easy to make a morning or afternoon of your visit with play, coffee, and a walk or scoot. The junior Playground is a real highlight for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Fully fenced, with entry via a Magna lock-style gate and protected by shade sails, it feels safe and secure for little ones Read moreโฆ
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Pioneer Park in Gosnells is one of those parks that feels like a little โsecretโ the first time you visit. It sits close to the Canning River and, because much of the play and picnic area is tucked below street level, you can arrive nearby and still not immediately see the hub of activity. That hidden-away feeling is part of the charm, and it makes the park feel calmer and more sheltered than youโd expect so close to the town centre. One of the standout features here is the approach. Centennial Pioneer Park has an extensive pathway network and a Read moreโฆ
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Coniston Park in Butler is a cheerful and family-friendly neighbourhood Playground thatโs perfect for a relaxed morning outing with the kids. Set slightly below street level with stairs leading down into the play area, it has a cosy, tucked-away feel that helps it feel sheltered from the surrounding streets. The entire Playground is set in soft sand and shaded by large shade sails, which is ideal for sunny days and for little ones who love to play barefoot. Parking is straightforward, with plenty of street parking available around the park. Paved paths loop around the Playground, making it a great Read moreโฆ
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South Beach Playground in South Fremantle is a brilliant spot for little pirates to run wild, with the bonus of being right on one of Perthโs most familyโfriendly beaches. Set on the foreshore of South Beach Reserve, the Playground combines a fun, boatโthemed play space with a huge grassed area, barbecues and easy access to the sand and cafe, making it an easy fullโmorning or fullโday outing for families. The main drawcard is the large pirateโstyle boat structure. Kids can clamber up to the โdeckโ, scale ladders and platforms, and take on the role of captain as they climb the Read moreโฆ
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Koala Cove Park in Movida Estate, Midvale is one of those Playgrounds that kids spot from the car and instantly beg to visit. Tucked within a new residential estate in the City of Swan, this koalaโthemed park combines big wowโfactor play equipment with thoughtful touches for younger children, making it a great stop for families exploring Perthโs eastern suburbs and the Swan Valley. The star of the show is the towering koala climbing structure that rises up in the middle of the park. Itโs an eyeโcatching centrepiece and a real adventure for confident climbers, with multiple ways to ascend and Read moreโฆ
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Looking for a thrilling, energy-burning, dirt-flinging kind of day? Just 40 minutes north of Perth, Aduro Park in Allara, Eglinton, is the ultimate mountain biking adventure for kids, teens, and grown-up adrenaline seekers alike. This 1.57-hectare trail haven is bursting with colour and cleverly designed to suit all skill levelsโfrom wobbly beginners on balance bikes to confident riders chasing airtime. With beginner, intermediate and advanced loops clearly colour-coded, you can confidently pick a trail that suits your style. Thereโs even a junior bike and scooter track with sealed roads and traffic signs for the littlest legendsโtucked safely away from the Read moreโฆ
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Dick Lawrence Oval Playground in Beaconsfield is a welcoming, leafy community space thatโs ideal for families with children of different ages. The centrepiece of the Playground is a striking three-level treehouse-style cubby, complete with a twisty slide and a smaller dual flat slide. Kids can reach the cubby via a ramp, a through-the-floor ladder, a timber climbing wall and a rock-climbing wall, so there are options suited to both cautious climbers and confident adventurers. In the middle of the Playground thereโs a large timber climber featuring a cargo rope ladder, balancing logs and climbing ramps along the side, giving kids Read moreโฆ
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The small but mighty nature-based Jurien Bay Oval Playground at the Jurien Sport and Recreation Centre has to be Perth’s most unique playground! The playground was brought to life by the same team who built the very popular Jurien Bay Foreshore Playground and is inspired by the home of Jurien Bay’s local football club, the Bulldogs. The standout is definitely the Bulldog climbing structure which also features two double slides – I love all the finer details like the spiked collar and rope leash. The boys also thought it was hilarious climbing up the dog’s butt 🙈 There is a Read moreโฆ
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A bit like the Secret Garden, Ivory Park is a hidden gem tucked away in the suburb of Noranda. It’s felt like a bit of an adventure trying to find it, hidden down some stairs, but it was well worth the effort. The playground structure features plenty of climbing elements such as the climbing wall and the rope ladders. Great for keeping energetic little monkeys busy! There is a fireman pole, a flying fox, and monkey bars for bigger kids. Most suitable for preschoolers onwards, though there are a couple of elements like the swings, a spinning pole, and the Read moreโฆ
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Margaret River Skate Park and Youth Precinct is a must-visit stop for families holidaying in the South West, especially if your kids love anything with wheels. Tucked just off Walcliffe Road, this modern, multi-million dollar facility brings together skating, scooting, BMX, parkour and nature play in one big, buzzing community space. Itโs completely free to use, making it an easy add-on to any day exploring Margaret River. The concrete skate park is impressive, catering for everyone from wobbly beginners to confident, advanced riders. There are plenty of banks, steps, ramps and rails spread across the park so kids can gradually Read moreโฆ
















































