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 Perth’s 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. Don’t forget your reusable coffee mug!
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Burswood Park is located on the river near the Crown Hotel complex. You access it from Glenn Place and there is parking provided. If the small parking area near the park is full, there is other parking available within easy walking distance. It is a lovely park with manicured gardens, lots of open space and great views. The playground is fully fenced and has good shade cover from the beautiful old tree in the middle of the playground and the surrounding trees. There are three entry points to the playground, the gates are not self-latching and easily opened by my Read more…
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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 more…
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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 a little separate area, there is a set of four swings – two Read more…
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Seacrest Park in Sorrento is a brilliant all‑rounder for families, combining a fully fenced Playground with a big community oval and plenty of room to run, ride and play. Tucked just off Seacrest Drive, it’s the kind of local park where you can easily pop in for a quick play after school and end up staying much longer than planned. The Playground itself is completely enclosed, which is a huge bonus if you have little ones who like to wander. Inside the fence you’ll find a generous sand play area with soft fall around the edges and under the swings. 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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Deep Water Point Reserve in Mount Pleasant is a long‑time favourite for families who enjoy riverside play, picnics and a coffee catch up. Set on the banks of the Swan River along The Esplanade, it combines shallow water access, grassy foreshore, barbecues and a Dome Café with two separate play areas, making it an easy all‑in‑one outing for a wide range of ages. The Playgrounds are the main family drawcard. The playspace closest to Dome has been designed especially with younger children in mind and is themed around the local Little Black Cormorant. At the heart of the structure is Read more…
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Lake Leschenaultia, found close to Mundaring, is a top day out in the Perth Hills for families. There’s swimming, bike riding, bushwalking, picnicking and now there’s even more reason to visit. The tired old metal boat play equipment has gone – replaced by a beautifully crafted timber train playground! Found next to the campsite office, the new playground (opened December 2023) features a train and slide, as well as many nature play elements, like stepping logs. The lake was constructed over a century ago to provide water for the passing steam trains. It’s lovely to see a train, station and Read more…
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Tucked into Iluma Estate in Bennett Springs, Dazzle Park is a bright, modern community hub that really lives up to its name. The colourful Playground is wrapped in a living hedge maze, so even the walk in feels like a little adventure. As the hedges have grown, the maze has become an attraction in itself, adding a fun “find your way in and out” element to every visit. The standout feature in the centre of the maze is the impressive climbing structure. Confident climbers will love scrambling up the large climbing wall to reach the high, bright yellow slide. Read more…
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The Pirate Playground on the Rockingham foreshore is a much-loved wooden pirate ship play structure set right by the beach at the Bell Park end of Rockingham Beach Road. Nestled amongst mature trees with ocean views, it’s a great spot for kids to let their imaginations run wild as they climb aboard, steer their “ship”, and set off on make-believe adventures along the coast. The main pirate ship structure is split into two levels – a lower and an upper deck – with plenty of nooks and crannies to explore. Children can move all the way around the inside of Read more…
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Langley Park Playground is an ideal playground if you’re visiting the city on a family day trip as it’s conveniently located in East Perth. The playground is suitable for kids age 3yrs plus (despite the sign saying 4yrs) and there are toilets directly next to the park. The park is covered with shade sails and is partially fenced. Bear in mind this playground is located on a main road and although it is fenced facing towards the road the other side of the park is open. The park appears to be split in two with play equipment more suited to Read more…
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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 more…
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If you’ve explored your fair share of shopping centre playgrounds, you’ll know they can often feel a little repetitive. Ocean Keys Shopping Centre in Clarkson has taken a completely different approach — creating a space that is intentional, inclusive and genuinely engaging for children and their caregivers. This isn’t just somewhere to pass the time. It’s a place where children can move, explore, regulate and connect — and where parents and caregivers can actually enjoy the experience too. Inspired by WA’s Coastline The design is one of the first things that stands out. Inspired by the Western Australian coastline and Read more…
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Bardon Park in Maylands is a gorgeous riverside spot that ticks a lot of boxes for families. Set on a gentle slope down to the Swan River, with views across to Optus Stadium and Belmont Racecourse, it combines a nature-inspired Playground, open grass, wetlands and a shared riverside path – perfect for a relaxed day out with kids. The main, playground is closest to the car park and has a strong nature play feel. Children can clamber across a net bridge, balance along timber beams and tackle an arched climbing frame that challenges their coordination. There’s a birds nest swing 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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Aviary Creek Park in Aveley is a standout destination Playground set within a beautiful green corridor of lakes and wetlands. Designed as a multi-generational community space, the park stretches around two interconnected lakes and offers a mix of adventurous play areas for kids, fitness and walking paths, and quieter “zen” zones for adults to relax by the water. Inspired by a nearby historic water mill, the centrepiece is a huge three-storey waterwheel climbing structure with bright blue and yellow tube slides that kids spot long before you pull up along Egerton Drive. The giant waterwheel is split across two climbing Read more…
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The Burns Beach Playground is found at a grassy park, overlooking Burns Beach. It’s location, as well as it being slap, bang opposite the delicious Sista’s Burns Beach Café, make it an ideal spot to combine a play at the park with a swim, walk along the coastal pathway or family meal. The café 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 it’s shaped like a boat. There are two slides, a climbing wall, monkey bars, tunnel, fireman’s pole, as Read more…
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Shirley Strickland Reserve in Ardross is a fantastic family-friendly spot that combines a nature-inspired Playground with a large, dog-friendly sporting reserve. The space brings together a Sport and Community Pavilion, fitness equipment and a shared walking and cycling path around the ovals, making it a great destination for active kids and parents alike. The hero of the Playground is the huge multilevel wooden climbing structure, topped with a bright lime green slide that kids spot as soon as they arrive. Confident climbers can head up via various ladders and climbing elements, then race each other across the bridge before zooming Read more…
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Carawatha Park in Willagee is a brilliant all‑ages community space that combines nature play, teen hang‑out zones and fitness facilities in one beautifully landscaped park. Tucked along Archibald Street, this award‑winning 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 café just across the road, it’s 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 more…
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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 more…
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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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Cantwell Park in Pinjarra is a brilliant stop on a road trip to WA’s south west. The massive park is right in the heart of the town, on the banks of the Murray River. We usually grab some freshly baked treats from the yummy Pinjarra Bakery and eat them at the park. You may have passed Cantwell Park and not noticed, as you drove over the South West Highway bridge. Many mature trees provide lots of natural cover from the sun, with plenty of shade sails protecting the main playground. The park has a lot of big features – a Read more…
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Bayswater Riverside Gardens is a much‑loved riverside Playground and parkland that’s especially perfect for toddlers and young children. Stretching along both Milne Street and King William Street in Bayswater, it combines a fully fenced play space with big open lawns, river views and easy paths, making it a spot where families can comfortably spend a whole morning or afternoon. The Playground itself is designed with little ones in mind. It’s fully fenced and gated, with rubber soft fall underfoot and shade sails overhead in the warmer months, giving parents a bit more peace of mind. Inside the fence you’ll find Read more…
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A little off the beaten track is a neighbourhood gem – Robin Reserve in Sorrento. There’s lots of fun to be had at this bright and vibrant playground including lots of traditional equipment, sand play and so much space to run and play a game of footy. There’s a stack of shaded parking, opposite the oval. From here it’s a short one minute walk to the playground around the corner. Take a scooter along for kids to ride on the pavement. The metal play equipment is partly shaded by trees and built on a mix of sand and soft fall Read more…
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Pioneer Park in Gosnells is one of those parks that feels like a little “secret” 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 you’d 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 more…
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Piney Lakes Sensory Play Park in Winthrop is a beautifully designed, inclusive Playground nestled within the leafy surrounds of Piney Lakes Reserve. Tucked just off Murdoch Drive near Leach Highway, this park offers a rich blend of nature play, sensory experiences and accessible equipment, making it a fantastic spot for families with children of all ages and abilities. As you arrive and walk through the main entrance, you’re greeted by a striking lighthouse mural painted by local artist Brenton See, setting the scene for a play space full of colour and creativity. The main sand and water play zones invite Read more…
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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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Kadidjiny Park, affectionately known as the “Dr Seuss Playground”, is a wonderfully quirky community park in the heart of Melville. Spread over almost four hectares and bounded by Curtis and Kitchener Roads, this colourful reserve combines imaginative play spaces, shady picnic spots and community facilities, making it a great all‑round destination for families. The park sits on the former Melville Primary School site, and its name, “Kadidjiny”, is a Noongar word meaning “learning”, which is a lovely nod to its history and its role as a gathering place for local families and school groups. The City of Melville redeveloped the Read more…
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Located adjacent to the Dwellingup Trails and Visitor Centre, the Dwellingup Playground offers an exciting recreational space for families exploring this historic Western Australian town. Whether you’re taking a break from mountain biking adventures, 4WD trails, or visiting the iconic Hotham Valley Railway, this playground provides entertainment for children of all ages. Playground Features Train-Themed Play Area Charming miniature train station perfect for toddlers Interactive train play structure with driver’s cabin and passenger seating Located within earshot of the real Hotham Valley Railway, adding to the authentic experience Diverse Play Equipment Tall rope pyramid for adventurous climbers Sand-based play areas 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 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 skate and scooter facilities are fantastic. Catering for beginner to advanced level skaters there are a lot of jumps, ramps and rails to encourage kids to work Read more…
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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. It’s right next door to Discovery Parks – Bunbury Foreshore, making it an easy stop if you’re 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 area’s maritime history. In the late 1800s a ship was wrecked on this very shoreline, and at low tide you can still spot the Read more…
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Bibra Lake Regional Playground is one of those rare parks that really does have something for everyone. Set beside the water on Progress Drive, the huge fully fenced Playground blends nature play, imaginative features and clever inclusive design so kids of all ages and abilities can explore, climb, splash, and dig for hours. As you walk through the gates, the double flying fox is usually the first thing to catch the eye – and the queue! There are two parallel cables so kids can race each other, with one seat designed with extra support, rubber path access and a Read more…
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Mills Park in Beckenham is a huge 24-hectare community hub that combines beautiful wetlands, excellent sporting facilities and one of Perth’s best nature play spaces. Tucked just off Brixton Street and adjacent to Roe Highway, it’s the kind of park where you can easily spend a whole day – with coffee in hand – while the kids run, climb and explore. The nature play space is spread out over a large area, so it never feels too crowded. Paths wind around and through the Playground, connecting to the surrounding wetlands, which makes it great for bikes and scooters as well Read more…
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Mirror Park in Ocean Reef is a much-loved local hangout that combines a big, open oval with a toddler-friendly Playground, busy skate park and dog‑walking space. Set just off Ocean Reef Road, it’s the sort of spot families drop into for everything from early‑morning scooter sessions to summer markets and footy on the grass. The Playground sits alongside the oval and is best suited to toddlers and younger primary school kids. It includes small slides, climbing walls and nets, a bridge, monkey bars, a see-saw and swings, giving plenty of options for little climbers without being too intimidating. The equipment Read more…
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Carine Open Space Playground remains a much‑loved local gem for families, dog walkers and young riders, with plenty of space to explore and play. Set within the broader Carine Open Space reserve on Davallia Road, it’s the kind of place where you can easily spend a whole morning or afternoon, especially if you bring scooters, bikes and the family dog. A big drawcard is the network of paths that loop around the main Playground area and wetlands. The paved pedestrian path is smooth and flat, making it great for prams, scooters and little kids gaining confidence on their bikes. Read more…
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The maritime themed Elizabeth Quay Playground, designed in collaboration with Nature Play, is a handy spot for a play in the city. We’d been having a wander down laneways, escaping mind boggling rooms at Escape This and then came to Elizabeth Quay for a spot of lunch. Luckily, the family-friendly Island at Elizabeth Quay is right next to th e playground! The standout feature of the playground is a 3-story tower featuring climbing nets, look out points, a slide and rope bridges. Kids can immerse themselves in the pirate world by ringing the ship’s bell or walking the plank. An Read more…
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Wanneroo Showgrounds Playground is a lovely little spot tucked inside the secure grounds of Wanneroo Showgrounds, making it a great option if you’ve got speedy little runners who like to explore. Accessed via Ariti Avenue, the Playground shares the space with the long-established skate park and community tennis courts, so there’s plenty here to keep a mix of ages entertained. The Playground itself is compact but engaging, with a fun green and purple colour scheme and equipment that suits younger children. Kids will love zooming down the curved slide, having a go on the swings or climbing aboard the rowboat Read more…
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Tucked into the Saw Avenue Picnic Area on the Subiaco side of Kings Park, Variety Place Playground is a brilliant all-ages nature Playground where kids can climb, balance, crawl and explore for hours. The space has been redeveloped with the support of Variety WA and the Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, with a strong focus on nature play and inclusive design so that children of all abilities can play side by side. Set amongst mature trees and open lawns, it’s a fantastic spot to let the kids burn off energy before enjoying a relaxed family picnic. The Playground is packed Read more…
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Perth is now home to an epic new seven‑kilometre “Long Park” that runs beneath the elevated Metronet Armadale train line from Carlisle Station through to Beckenham. What was once an underused corridor has been transformed into 14 vibrant community spaces, linking four new Playgrounds, a nature play area, youth plazas, skate and scooter zones, fitness equipment, courts, dog parks, BBQ spots and picnic areas, all connected by walking and cycling paths and Perth’s longest public art trail. It’s a brilliant spot for families to explore in stages or tackle in one big adventure, and it feels like something new to Read more…
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Katanning All Ages Playground is one of those rare, iconic country Playgrounds that kids – and their parents – remember for years afterwards. Originally built in the 1980s and lovingly refreshed with a $5 million upgrade, it still has that old-school “giant Playground” feel, but with modern safety and family facilities. If you’re heading to Albany or Denmark, it’s absolutely worth planning your break here rather than at a roadside servo. Original slide in the 1980s. Image courtesy of Katanning All Ages Playground Facebook Page The first thing you’ll spot is the towering bright red spiral slide standing 10 metres Read more…
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At our weekly shop on Saturday we were very excited to see that Floreat Forum shopping centre has just opened a new playground in the outdoor area by the cafes/restaurants. Previously there had just been a couple of small things for toddlers to play on but now there is a proper playground complete with shade sails. Features of Floreat Forum playground include a little ‘café’ with a table and chairs and a counter, complete with prices on a board at the front. There are a couple of noughts and crosses games build in and the playground comes with a wobbly Read more…
