The Buggbuddys guide to parks with toilets in Perth! The ultimate guide to the best playgrounds and parks with toilet facilities in Perth! Kids love burning off energy at parks and playgrounds, and Perthโs got some of the best in the world. Best of all, playgrounds are FREE!
What’s great about parks with toilets?
Playgrounds and parks with toilets are a blessing when you’re toilet training! Many community parks are foregoing these facilities. However, if you’re in the middle of toilet-training or have a child with a tiny bladder, this may mean you only stay for an hour or so. Why not plan a longer play date? Find a park or playground with public toilets and make a morning or even a day or it!
In addition, 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 on the way. Donโt forget your reusable coffee mug!
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Mt Henry Bridge Reserve, Mount Pleasant Mount Henry Bridge Reserve is a multi-use recreation area on the river in Mount Pleasant. It is situated in the shadow of the Mt Henry Bridge, and has a great kids playground and an on-site cafe. The first thing we did on arriving was grab some lunch at the Kerbside Cafe. This is a food van which is permanently located at the park. They sell hot and cold drinks, ice cream and delicious toasties. You pick your fillings and the friendly staff make them up on the spot. The price of toasties ranges between Read moreโฆ
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Nestled in the heart of Illyarrie Estate in Sinagra, Lillypilly Park is a refreshing blend of nature play, adventure, and peaceful vibes. Youโll find it conveniently located right next to the Sales and Information Centre (yes, you can park there!), making your visit super easy. Spread out over a sloping block, the park is cleverly tiered: the top level is where the main playground action happens, the middle tier has benches perfect for a mum catch-up or solo book session, and the lower section is still being finished, with native planting and bushland vibes. Now, letโs talk about that slide! Read moreโฆ
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Serpentine Dam has long been a favourite Perth Hills day trip, and the Playground here makes it even more enticing for families. The fenced and gated play space is inspired by the surrounding forest and rocky landscape, and sits just a short stroll from the dam and Bistro By the Dam cafรฉ. Itโs a brilliant base for a full day of exploring, playing and picnicking. The Playground has been designed with a wide range of ages in mind, with most of the equipment low to the ground so even toddlers can confidently have a go. Little ones will love the Read moreโฆ
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Mills Park in Beckenham has long been a favourite with Perth families, and the newer all-abilities Playground has made it an even better spot for kids of all ages and needs. Tucked beside the BBQs and grassed picnic areas and only a short stroll from the main nature play space and skate plaza, this fenced Playground is a great โbase campโ for families who want a safer, more contained area without missing out on all the action. The all-abilities Playground is fully fenced and double gated, which is especially reassuring for families with toddlers, runners or children who need a Read moreโฆ
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Located at Webber Reserve is a unique nature based playspace designedย to inspire kids to imagine, invent and create. The playspace is located in the far corner of the reserve and is naturally shaded by the nearby trees. Key senses that the playspace addresses are sight, sound, smell, touch, imagination, navigation and balance. There are cubby houses made of huge sticks which children can add to by finding additional sticks and leaves. Huge astro turf covered tyres with ropes attached provide a host of options for creative play. Or try your hand at balancing along the rope covered logs. Located Read moreโฆ
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Carawatha Park in Willagee is a brilliant allโages community space that combines nature play, teen hangโout zones and fitness facilities in one beautifully landscaped park. Tucked along Archibald Street, this awardโwinning Playground is designed to be inclusive and intergenerational, with something to keep toddlers, big kids, teens and even adults happily occupied. With established trees, shady lawns and a cafรฉ just across the road, itโs an easy spot to settle in for a few hours of play. The main nature play area is a big drawcard. Kids can clamber over timber balancing beams, stepping stones and chunky logs, or head Read moreโฆ
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Moort-ak Waadiny / Wellington Square is now one of Perthโs standout inner-city green spaces, and its incredible Koolangka Koolangka Waabiny Playground makes it a mustโvisit 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 siteโs 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 moreโฆ
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Rossiter Pavilion and Playing Fields in Piara Waters is a compact but very thoughtfully designed community Playground, wrapped around a large sports oval and pavilion. Tucked within the Holland Park Estate, the play space combines nature play, messy play and classic Playground favourites, making it a handy local park for toddlers through to early primary-aged kids. As you walk into the Playground, the first thing many kids spot are the three in-ground trampolines set into the soft fall. These are a real drawcard for energetic children who love to bounce, and theyโre spread out enough that a few kids can 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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Iluka Foreshore Park is a nautical themed nature playground that kids of all ages are guaranteed to love! Iluka Foreshore Park is separated into three sections, the first consists of a wooden boat, it was perfect for my toddler to play on, he loved steering the boat and climbing the steps to the slide. On the other side of the boat is a netted ladder for the bigger kids who were having just as much fun as my toddler on the boat pretending to be pirates. There is a sandpit at the end of the slide, and rubber softfall flooring Read moreโฆ
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Did you know that the May Drive Parklands located in Kings Park and Botanic Garden was the very first environmental playground and community area of its kind in Australia? Previously known as the Synergy Parklands, this fun spot with golf course green-worthy lawns, is still a BIG hit with families in Perth. The park is fondly known as “The Dinosaur Playground”, since it’s home to many climbable dinosaur sculptures. May Drive Parklands features a 75m-long elevated walkway, a two-tiered island fort, life sized replicas of dinosaurs and extinct Australian Fauna (like the giant croc!), a timber boardwalk and an interactive Read moreโฆ
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Set in the heart of Manjimup, around three hoursโ drive south of Perth, Manjimup Timber and Heritage Park is an absolute mustโvisit for families exploring the Southern Forests. Spread over 12 hectares of landscaped parkland and natural bush, it combines one of WAโs most impressive regional adventure Playgrounds with museums, heritage buildings and tranquil picnic spots, making it very easy to spend a whole day here. The adventure Playground is the big drawcard and it truly offers something for all ages. Little ones are well catered for with a shaded toddler and preโschool area featuring a small climbing structure and Read moreโฆ
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Kwinana Adventure Park, also known as The Adventure Park, is one of Perthโs standout destination Playgrounds. Tucked in amongst the mature trees at Calista Oval, this huge, fully fenced play space combines nature play, water play and big-ticket adventure equipment in a way that keeps children of all ages happily occupied for hours. With more than 11,000 square metres of play area, excellent accessibility and thoughtful amenities, itโs well worth travelling for a full day out. The park is divided into distinct zones so families can easily find an area that suits their childrenโs ages and confidence levels. The Read moreโฆ
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Set right on the Scarborough foreshore, Whale Playground is one of those parks where you can easily spend hours while the kids disappear into imaginative play. Inspired by Noongar culture and the form of a blue whale skeleton, this $1.4 million Lotterywestโfunded Playground is a real hero of the Scarborough Reserve redevelopment and a mustโdo on a family day at the beach. The centrepiece is the giant whale structure. Little ones usually start at the whaleโs head, which doubles as a small concrete slide โ itโs perfectly sized for toddlers and younger children, but it is quite fast, so a Read moreโฆ
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Clarkson Reserve, Maylands Clarkson Reserve is a hidden gem in the leafy suburb of Maylands. It features a small nature playground, bike and scooter paths and gorgeous river views. On arriving, Miss 4 raced to the play area. This is mostly sand-based and features wooden balancing beams and flat logs to hop across. There is also a large birds nest swing surrounded by a wood chip base. This was a hit! Miss 4 kept going back to play here. The main feature of the playground, however, is the wooden play fort. Children can access this via a climbing wall Read moreโฆ
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Heathcote Reserve in Applecross is one of Perthโs original โsuper Playgroundsโ and it still feels like a proper day-out destination rather than just a quick local park stop. Perched high above the Swan River, it offers sweeping views across to the city skyline, big lawns for picnics and play, and loads of space for kids to burn energy while adults actually relax for a moment. Being part of the broader Goolugatup Heathcote cultural precinct means thereโs more to explore here than โjustโ a Playground, so itโs a spot that works well for repeat visits and for impressing out-of-town visitors. The Read moreโฆ
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Whitfords Nodes Ninja Warrior Course is a brilliant spot for active kids, teens and adults who love a challenge. Set within the Whitfords Nodes Health and Wellbeing Hub in Hillarys, this coastal park combines a serious ninja-style obstacle course with running tracks, outdoor gym equipment, Playgrounds and beach access, making it easy to turn a quick play into a full family day out. The ninja course itself feels like stepping onto the set of an obstacle TV show. Youโll spot familiar elements like the quintuple steps right at the starting line, followed by obstacles such as the spin cycle, cargo Read moreโฆ
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Situated on the site of the old quarantine station, on the hill above the Bicton Baths with an awesome view of the river, Bicton Quarantine Park is a picturesque spot for a family barbecue or picnic. Bicton Quarantine Park features a playground with a fence and shade sails. The main playground structure here has two slides of different sizes, climbing ladders, monkey bars, a tunnel, a rope bridge, and a climbing wall. Separate, there is a spring rocker, and two swings, a toddler swing and a regular swing. There are a number of paths running through the park and down Read moreโฆ
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Nature play in the heart of Perth. So large and magical you almost forget youโre in a city. Flowing creeks, waterfalls, rope climbs, mud kitchens and make your own cubbies. The possibilities here are endless. Rio Tinto Naturescape provides a picturesque place for your childrenโs imagination to run wild. There are multiple different areas that all seem to merge seamlessly into one perfect nature playground. The areas are great for big kids and toddlers with a lot of care and supervision in certain areas. The mud kitchen was a good first option for my daughter to get her stuck into Read moreโฆ
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Playtime at Walter Padbury Park is wonderfully inclusive, with an all-abilities Playground set within the large district reserve in the heart of Thornlie. The reserve itself features three expansive sporting ovals catering for soccer, cricket and AFL, complete with practice cricket nets and club facilities, making it a brilliant destination for both active kids and families who want space to spread out. The fully fenced all-abilities Playground sits on soft-fall rubber flooring, creating a safe, comfortable surface for wheels and little feet. A standout feature is the ground-level, seated flying fox, designed so that children of all abilities can join Read moreโฆ
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Woodbridge Riverside Park in Woodbridge is one of those rare Playgrounds that really does have a bit of everything. Tucked alongside the Swan River near Guildford, this fully fenced, allโabilities park is worth the drive for a big morning out. The main gates have safety latches, giving parents of speedy toddlers a bit more peace of mind while the kids roam between the many different play zones. The central sand play area is a huge hit with younger children. Here youโll find a big pirate boat complete with climbing ropes, a firemanโs pole and lots of space underneath for imaginative Read moreโฆ
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The town of Williams is a good place to stop if you are on a road trip heading to/from Denmark or Albany. We recently stopped here on the way back from Denmark and found the quick park stop really helped to burn some energy and break up the journey. Williams Lions Park is nestled on the banks of the Williams River alongside the Albany Hwy and Williams Sports and Recreation area. The park has toilets, bbq and picnic tables, benches, a nature play area, a long flying fox, large numbat sculpture and parking. If you donโt have a picnic or Read moreโฆ
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Tucked off Montreal Street, Booyeembara Park is one of those Fremantle gems that feels bigger once youโre actually inside it. Itโs a wide, open stretch of parkland with bushy edges, walking circuits and a central manโmade lake that gives the whole space a calm, โexhaleโ vibeโgreat when you want to get the kids outdoors without committing to a full day trip. The Playground here is small but memorable, and it suits older kids best. The standout is the quirky fiveโway swing set, designed for ages 6โ12. Itโs a fun, social piece of equipment that feels a bit different to your Read moreโฆ
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Rockingham has a fantastic reason for families to get outdoors and play: the Churchill Playground is a SEAsational destination for kids and parents alike. Designed to take little explorers on an adventure that flows from the forest to the sea, this much-loved space offers a mix of fun that keeps children entertained and grown-ups happy all year round. From the moment you step into the playground, itโs clear how much thought has gone into the design. Kids can rock, climb, slide, and spin to their heartsโ content, with equipment that sparks imagination and encourages plenty of active play. The forest-and-sea Read moreโฆ
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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 moreโฆ
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Spring Reserve in Guildford has a small but action packed playground and we just love all the indigenous features. Spring Reserve is a place of significance for local Aboriginal people, having once served as a source of fresh water. Lance Chadd, a Bibbulmun Nyoongar/Budimia Yamatji Aboriginal artist to worked on the playground which tells the ancient Nyoongar story of Koolbardi the magpie and Kaarda a huge Racehorse Goanna. Letโs exploreโฆ The playground is dominated by the beautiful Kaarda goanna, which is built into the bank, another well-known dreamtime animal kids may notice is the rainbow serpent, which snakes its way Read moreโฆ
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Mandurahโs Eastern Foreshore has had a massive glow-up, and the Mandurah Eastern Foreshore Reserve Playground makes the most of that waterfront transformation. Sitting right on Mandurah Terrace, this fully fenced, partly shaded Playground is a brilliant all-abilities space where kids can burn energy while adults soak up those estuary views, grab a coffee, or wander the foreshore. The Playground has a strong nautical theme that celebrates Mandurahโs coastal and crabbing heritage. Little details like crab scoops, fishing lures and buoys are woven into the design, and families will be happy to see the much-loved yellow boat from the old Playground Read moreโฆ
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Joondalup Square Playground is a small but very handy fenced play space set within Joondalup Square shopping complex on the corner of Joondalup Drive and Sundew Rise. Tucked opposite the large Bunnings Warehouse and surrounded by casual eateries, itโs a super convenient stop for families needing a coffee break, a bite to eat or a quick play while running errands. The Playground is fully fenced and gated, with two separate gates. One opens to a pram-friendly ramp with railings, and the other has a couple of steps down, as the play area itself is slightly sunken. This layout helps keep Read moreโฆ
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The Perry Lakes Reserve is a 200 acre nature reserve found on the eastern edge of the larger Bold Park reserve in Floreat. There are two playgrounds here, set amongst beautiful trees, large grassed areas and two lakes. The older playground on the western side of the reserve is shaded by trees, it also has the extra sun protection of shade sails throughout. A lot of the traditional metal play equipment is accessible for people in wheelchairs and less able bodied people, as there are ramps throughout the main structure and also a disability swing. There are two large metal Read moreโฆ
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Honeycomb Park in Brabham is a buzzing community Playground that lives up to its name. Tucked within Peetโs Brabham Estate, not far from the Swan Valley and just around the corner from the much-loved Jungle Park, this 1.4 hectare green space is packed with play opportunities for kids of all ages, plus plenty to keep parents comfortable too. The first thing you notice is the huge yellow and black honeycomb tower rising out of the park. The bespoke honeycomb play structure is designed for confident climbers, roughly 4 years and up, with ladders and platforms leading kids up through Read moreโฆ
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Set on the sheltered beach at the vibrant Hillarys Boat Harbour is this lovely playground. With a nautical theme including its very own rocking boat, there are steps and ladders, bridges and even a double slide to race down. The equipment is well designed for younger children with toddlers confidently navigating their way around. The boat is very popular and has a few seats and steering wheel for the captain and, unlike others I’ve seen before,ย it has some open sides so younger children can also climb up and down themselves. The main structure has plenty to do including a sand Read moreโฆ
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Koolaanga Waabiny on Mandurahโs Western Foreshore is one of those Playgrounds that really lives up to the โepicโ label. Set right on the estuary at Hall Park in Halls Head, this destination play space is part of the Mandurah Waterfront redevelopment and sits beside the popular Mandurah Skate Park. Its Noongar name is pronounced โkool-lung-ga waa-binโ and beautifully translates to โchildren playingโ, while also referencing the local Swamp Sheoak trees that inspired the Playgroundโs design. The hero of the Playground is the incredible 12โmetre-high climbing tower, shaped to echo the Swamp Sheoak trees that line the foreshore. Adventurous kids can Read moreโฆ
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Grenville Reserve is a hidden gem of a park located in the heart of Tuart Hill. It is located on the corner of Stoneham and Hector Streets, behind Tuart College. This park features a playground that would suit children of various ages and skill levels. It has a toddler swing and a regular swing, two slides, a small flying fox, a 4-way rocker, and a handful of climbing and balancing challenges. Most of the playground is covered by shade sails. The only thing not covered is the rocker, so best to check if it’s hot before little ones jump on Read moreโฆ
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Set right in the middle of the new, vibrant dining and entertainment precinct at Westfield Whitford City is a beautifully unique play area for children. Overlooked by many of the restaurants and sheltered underneath shade sails, the play area is unlike any I’ve ever seen before. Forgoing traditional play equipment, which tends to be age specific, the mix of wooden stepping stones, ceramic arches and decorative metal poles appeared to appeal to children of all ages. Throughout the evening I saw all age groups from toddlers to preteens climbing and jumping and running, all thoroughly engaged and having plenty of Read moreโฆ
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Located on Scarborough Beach Road, Braithwaite Park has long been cherished by Perth families for its innovative nature playground. The park has recently undergone an exciting transformation with a complete renovation of its toddler area, creating a comprehensive play space that caters to children of all ages. Newly Renovated Toddler Area The original toddler playground built in 2003 has been completely reimagined as a purpose-built space specifically designed for the youngest visitors. This thoughtfully designed area features: Full fencing for safety and peace of mind Soft flooring throughout to cushion tumbles Three distinct play zones catering to different developmental stages Read moreโฆ
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Tucked alongside the modern Wembley Sports Pavilion on Selby Street, this Playground offers a fun blend of nature play and traditional equipment that keeps kids moving from one activity to the next. Set back from the road with plenty of parking out the front, itโs an easy stop for families looking to let the kids burn off energy before or after sport, or as a dedicated Playground visit. The first play area you come to from the car park is a natural-style space with balancing logs, rubbery mounds and woodchips underfoot. Itโs perfect for little climbers who like to scramble, 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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Tucked alongside the Canning River foreshore, Homestead Park in Thornlie is a lovely neighbourhood park that balances nature play, traditional Playground fun and local history. Set within a reserve shaded by mature native trees, itโs the kind of place you can stop at for a quick play or settle in for a full morning with the family. The main Playground is a rustic, mostly wooden adventure space. At its heart is a timber fort with a slide, rope ladder, climbing wall and wooden ladder, giving kids a few different ways to scramble up and whoosh back down. Underneath, little ones Read moreโฆ
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Riverlinks All Abilities Playground in Clarkson is an innovative playground featuring an impressive array of inclusive play equipment and activities for children of all abilities and age groups. Play Areas Western Zone (Older Children) Large climbing structure with rope climb and rock wall Exciting whirly slide for adventurous kids Thoughtfully placed toddler slide nearby, allowing families to stay together Advanced climbing equipment Eastern Zone (Toddlers) Pirate-themed boat playground with soft flooring Ground-level activities perfect for new walkers: Hammocks Interactive games Binoculars Steering wheel Musical elements Upper deck features: Toddler-friendly climbing stairs Spyglass Safe sliding options Additional Features Activity Zones Read moreโฆ
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Set on the banks of the picturesque Leschenault Inlet, Sykes Foreshore Reserve is a brilliant family-friendly spot in Bunbury, offering a fantastic combination of fenced Playground, fun splash pad and calm inlet beach. Itโs right next door to Discovery Parks โ Bunbury Foreshore, making it an easy stop if youโre holidaying in the area, or a great day trip destination for locals. The centrepiece of the reserve is a large boat-themed Playground which ties into the areaโs maritime history. In the late 1800s a ship was wrecked on this very shoreline, and at low tide you can still spot the Read moreโฆ











































