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Buggybuddys Guide to Parks in Perth and Playgrounds in Perth

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Looking for the best Playgrounds and parks in Perth for your next family outing? You’re in the right place. Whether you’ve 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 — and they are completely FREE.

Buggybuddys’ 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 you’ll find options that suit real-life parenting: fenced Playgrounds, parks with toilets, shade, water play, and even listings near cafés 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. Perth’s Playground scene is seriously world-class — happy exploring!




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    Olives Reserve

    

    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 fireman’s pole, a wobbly bridge, a small rock climbing wall and swings. The layout works well as a little obstacle course – ideal for kids who enjoy racing each other from one end to the other Read more…
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    Woodthorpe Reserve Playground, Willetton

    

    Tucked within the Niche Living housing estate in Willetton, Woodthorpe Reserve is a compact but well‑designed neighbourhood park that caters to a wide range of ages. Set just off Portcullis Drive, it offers a good mix of traditional play favourites and more modern nature‑play style elements, all in a layout that makes it easy to keep an eye on your kids. The main play space features a selection of climbing, sliding and balancing equipment. Kids can test their balance on wooden stepping logs and low beams or tackle the rope climbing frame for a bit more of a challenge. There Read more…
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    Stirling Square Guildford

    

    Stirling Square is a beautiful park in the heart of Guildford, Surrey. Surrounded by classic buildings, this park has much to offer. You can find St Matthews Church built in 1873, Guildford war memorial, a duck pond and a rose garden. There is plenty of seating and walking paths for you to enjoy as well as shelters and trees providing shade. Stirling Square is located right across the street from the visitor’s information centre, there is a large gazebo which is perfect for wedding ceremonies. It features plenty of easily accessible pathways for wheelchairs and strollers; it is also just Read more…
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    Koala Cove Park, Movida Estate, Midvale

    

    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 koala‑themed park combines big wow‑factor play equipment with thoughtful touches for younger children, making it a great stop for families exploring Perth’s 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. It’s an eye‑catching centrepiece and a real adventure for confident climbers, with multiple ways to ascend and Read more…
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    The Avenue’s Traffic Park and Playground

    

    Pack the scooters, balance bikes and trikes – The Avenue’s Traffic Park and Playground in Hilbert is made for little transport lovers. Set within The Avenue Estate in the City of Armadale, this compact but cleverly designed park has a fun road‑rules theme that’s ideal for toddlers and junior primary kids who are just getting confident on wheels. The star of the space is the custom bike and scooter track that loops around the park. Kids can follow the path through mini roundabouts, over “speed bumps” and past stop signs, crosswalks and traffic cones, giving you lots of opportunities to Read more…
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    Hyde Park East Playground

    

    On the eastern side of Hyde Park, near the corner of Glendower Street and William Street, you’ll find the upgraded Hyde Park East Playground – a compact but exciting play space built around a ninja-style rope course. This modern setup is designed to test strength, balance, climbing and jumping skills, and is suitable for a wide age range – from confident toddlers right through to older kids and even adults who want to join in. The main feature of the Playground is the intricate rope course set over soft-fall rubber flooring, providing extra safety and comfort underfoot. The structure includes Read more…
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    Strive Park, Girrawheen

    

    Strive Park, Girrawheen   Strive Park is a small park located in the Blackmore Park Estate, in Girrawheen. The playground here features nature play elements, some traditional play elements, and a bike and scooter track. It’s sure to be a hit with the kids! Miss 6 loved the traditional part of the playground first. She headed straight for the swings and climbing equipment. There are three swings available. Two regular swings and a birds nest swing. Adjacent to the swing are wooden climbing poles with foot hold pegs. These are quite tall and great for kids who enjoy climbing. On Read more…
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    McLennan Park, Madora Bay

    

    I don’t 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 more…
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    Sacramento Park, Beechboro

    

    Sacramento Park in Beechboro is a lovely little neighbourhood Playground for families chasing an easy outing with plenty of fresh air. Set beside the wetlands, it has a relaxed local feel that makes it ideal for a quick play, a casual catch-up with friends or a slower morning with younger kids who just want room to move. The pirate and nautical theme gives this Playground plenty of character without it feeling overwhelming. Little adventurers can climb, slide and dive into imaginative play, with a fishing boat play unit helping bring those make-believe seaside adventures to life. There is also a Read more…
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    Aspiri Park, Piara Waters

    

    If there’s one thing Piara Waters is not short of, it’s a playground! Aspiri Park in Piara Waters is yet another brilliant small playground in the popular family-friendly suburb. There’s lots of elements packed into this playground including a little nature play, a big climbing net and a curvy slide that kids will love to ride again and again! Let’s explore… The main attraction is the climbing net, built on a wood chip base, which is sure to provide a lot of fun for kids of all ages. The slide has a fun twist, and is set into a soft-fall Read more…
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    Bob Gordon Reserve Play Space, Bull Creek

    

    The UFO-inspired Bob Gordon Reserve Play Space is out-of-this-world fun! The fully fenced playground features everything from UFOs, swings, flying foxes, slides, and water play to all the essentials like toilets, BBQs, picnic shelters, shade and ample parking. The main feature and the inspiration for the playground is the replica of the old Leach Highway Spaceship, Futuro House, which I’m sure parents and grandparents from the 70s and 80s will remember fondly! The new Futuro features a small slide, fireman pole and is fully wheelchair accessible. Inside, you’ll find control panels, speaking tubes, finger mazes, and alien noughts and crosses. Read more…
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    City Beach Oval Playground

    

    Perched on the hillside of City Beach Oval, this nature play space is a lovely mix of local history, imaginative play and wide-open green space. Set just off Fred Burton Way, the Playground sits alongside the large district sports oval, so it’s a great spot to combine a play, a kick of the footy and a family picnic in one outing. The first thing kids will spot is the pair of twin mirrored hill racing slides cut into the slope. They’re fast enough to feel exciting but still suitable for most ages, and wide and sturdy enough for parents to Read more…
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    Shipwreck Cove, Golden Bay

    

    Shipwreck Cove in Golden Bay is a brilliant seaside Playground and recreation space that makes the most of its stunning foreshore location. Set along the grassy reserve beside the Indian Ocean, this coastal-themed park combines nature play, bike and scooter fun, and plenty of family-friendly facilities, making it an easy all‑day destination. The first thing many kids will spot is the pump track. This looping circuit of rollers and banked turns is popular with confident riders on BMXs, scooters and skateboards. It’s generously sized and thoughtfully designed, giving riders space to spread out and try different lines, with features that Read more…
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    Wellington Square Playground East Perth (Moort-ak Waadiny / Koolangka Koolangka Waabiny)

    

    Moort-ak Waadiny / Wellington Square is now one of Perth’s standout inner-city green spaces, and its incredible Koolangka Koolangka Waabiny Playground makes it a must‑visit for families. Just a short stroll or free CAT bus ride from the CBD, this huge park in East Perth has been transformed with a major upgrade, adding towering play structures, shady picnic spots, sports courts and beautiful landscaping that celebrates Whadjuk Nyoongar culture and the site’s deep significance.     The first thing kids will spot is the water play. On warm days, the trickling streams, water gates and fountains are irresistible. Children can Read more…
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    Len Packham Park, Coolbellup

    

    Len Packham Park in Coolbellup is home to a fantastic nature adventure Playground, set amongst towering mature trees that provide welcome shade for much of the day. Tucked in behind Coolbellup Public Library and right alongside the Coolbellup Skate Park, it’s an easy spot to make a full morning or afternoon of play, especially for families with mixed ages and interests. The hero of the Playground is the impressive timber treehouse structure. Kids can climb a rope ladder up to a mid-level platform, then scramble through a rope tunnel to reach the top “house” before zooming back down via a Read more…
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    Mason Green Park, Piara Waters

    

    Found in the heart of a new housing estate, Mason Green Park in Piara Waters is a brilliant spot for a play. There’s lots of fun elements packed into this compact playground including a little nature play, as well as thinks to keep active and fit. The wooden play equipment is partly shaded by shade sails and built on a mix of woodchip and soft fall base. And there’s lots to explore… There’s a nest swing, perfect for lounging around in! Stepping tree trunks and balancing logs. Little Chef particularly liked the climbing slope, with rope, up to the fort/slide. Read more…
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    Hawaiian’s Mezz Playground, Mount Hawthorn

    

    Hawaiian’s Mezz in Mount Hawthorn features a welcoming outdoor Playground that makes shopping with kids much easier. Tucked within the shopping centre’s open-air courtyard, the space has a relaxed community feel, with greenery, shade and nearby cafes creating a comfortable spot for families to pause, play and refuel. The main attraction is the wooden nature play structure, designed to appeal to a broad age range from toddlers through to tweens. Kids can climb up ladders, zip down the slide, or test their bravery on the fireman’s pole. Part of the structure is sheltered under a small roof, which naturally lends Read more…
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    John Forrest National Park Nature Playground, Hovea

    

    John Forrest National Park is the ultimate location for a family day out, with waterfalls, walking trails, picnics spots, plenty of kangaroo sightings, a tavern and now a brand new nature play space that offers the perfect opportunity for kids of all ages to get dirty, create, climb, splash and burn off some steam! Located in the main picnic area, you don’t have to look hard or walk far to stumble across this small yet mighty play space set amongst advanced native trees providing lots of shade and beside a flowing creek adding an extra element of play. There are Read more…
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    Eden Beach Lookout and Play Space, Jindalee

    

    Perched high above the Indian Ocean at the western end of Reflection Boulevard, Eden Beach Lookout and Play Space in Jindalee is made for older kids who love to move. This modern coastal park combines parkour-style equipment, scooter and skate ramps, and a half basketball court with sweeping ocean views, making it a brilliant spot for active families to hang out, especially later in the day when the sun begins to set. The heart of the space is the concrete scooter and skate area. Here you’ll find low and medium ramps and banks that are perfect for scooters, skateboards and Read more…
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    Mojo Park, Cockburn Central

    

    Mojo Park in Cockburn Central is a brilliant suburban Playground and recreation space tucked within the colourful Mojo Urban Living estate. Despite being slightly hidden away in the estate, the park itself feels open and spacious, with a large grassed area, tall gum trees and a good mix of play equipment that suits a range of ages and abilities. The main Playground combines nature play elements with more traditional structures. Underfoot you’ll find a mix of soft fall, sand and wood chips, so kids can run, climb and explore with a bit of variety in textures. The large central play Read more…
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    Karragarup Play Space, Australind

    

    Karragarup Play Space in Australind is a brilliant family stop-off on the drive down south, and a destination in its own right if you’re holidaying in the Harvey Region. Located on the Ridley Place Foreshore, the Playground overlooks the calm waters of the Leschenault Estuary and has a distinctly coastal Australian feel, celebrating its setting and local Noongar culture. “Karragarup” comes from the local Wardandi Noongar language and means “place of the crabs”, a nod to the bay’s famed blue swimmer crab population, and that theme runs strongly throughout the play space. The hero of the Playground is the enormous Read more…
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    Beatty Park Reserve

    

    The updated playground at Beatty Park Reserve in North Perth is a fantastic addition for local families to enjoy, especially when paired with a visit to Beatty Park Leisure Centre. This coastal bush-themed playground is designed for children aged 0-12, with 18 different activities including a 25m sky rider, multi-play unit with tunnel, poles, monkey bars, spider web, turbo slide and sand play zone all within the play space. This toddler-friendly playground consists of a mixture of rubber soft fall and sand surfaces, with plenty of climbing opportunities and imaginative play elements, making it easy for children to stay engaged Read more…
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    Frederick Duffy Park, Wanneroo

    

    Considering Wanneroo is built on old market garden land, it is very fitting that the recently upgraded Frederick Duffy Park is farming themed. This great little park has something for everyone.   Set amongst mature gum trees the park has plenty of shade for playing and picnics. At the centre of the park is a big gazebo with a BBQ, picnic tables and a water fountain. Leading off from the picnic area is a circular concreted path, great for little kids on scooters and bikes. Connecting the picnic area to the toddler playground are some “naturescape” style stepping stones and Read more…
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    Wyong Reserve, Bentley

    

    Wyong Reserve in Bentley is a great little park with a lot going on. The playground is fully fenced and has a pathway running around it that is designed as a road to ride scooters and bikes along.  There a few large speed humps, and we said next time we come we will have to bring the scooter. There are benches around the playground and an undercover area with BBQs and picnic benches. There is also a drink fountain and bins. It was nice that they kept some of the big trees in the development of the playground and fitted Read more…
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    Jumbuck Hill Park

    

    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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    Lake Leschenaultia Pump Track, Chidlow

    

    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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    Harborne Ruislip Playground, Wembley

    

    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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    Veterans Memorial Park, Port Kennedy

    

    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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    Jackadder Lake Playground, Woodlands

    

    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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