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The Buggbuddys guide to parks with water play in Perth! The ultimate guide to the best playgrounds and parks with water playgrounds in Perth! Kids love burning off energy at parks and water playgrounds, and Perthโs got some of the best in the world. Best of all, water playgrounds are FREE!
Whatโs great about parks with water play?
Similar to nature play, water play allows children to get back in touch with natural elements. It provides important learning opportunities to all ages. Likewise, playing in water offers a chance to get grubby. In other words, water playgrounds provide a sensory delight in splashing around on a splash pad or an opportunity let kids get hands-on building and creating in mud kitchens or sand with their friends.
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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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 โ 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. Thereโs a birds nest swing Read moreโฆ
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Port Coogee Parkside Retreat is a fantastic little neighbourhood Playground tucked away in the Parkside Retreat estate, just a short five-minute walk from Ngarkal Beach and the Port Coogee water park. Its coastal location makes it perfect for combining a park visit with a beach or marina wander, and it has a great community feel despite being a local pocket park. The standout feature of the Playground is the large slide attached to an up-ended sea container. Kids can choose from two different climbing routes to reach the top โ either heading around the back to scale the outside up Read moreโฆ
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If youโre looking for a new park to explore with the kids, Napoli Park in Catalina Beach, Mindarie is well worth a visit. Located at the end of Portofino Promenade, this 1.62-hectare park is a beautifully designed space with plenty to offer for families. With a mix of adventure, nature, and relaxation, itโs a great spot for kids to burn off energy while parents unwind. The playground is packed with fun and interactive elements. A multi-level play tower sits at the heart of the space, complete with climbing nets and a firemanโs pole for little daredevils. Nearby, two smaller Read moreโฆ
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Tucked within the Kingsford estate in Bullsbrook, this impressive community Playground blends nature play with more traditional equipment to create a brilliant allโages destination. Set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a treeโlined brook, itโs the sort of park where you can easily settle in for a few hours while the kids explore, climb, splash and play. The hero of the Playground is the striking stacked crateโstyle climbing tower. Confident climbers will love tackling the different rope and ladder obstacles to reach the top before choosing one of the two large tunnel slides for a speedy trip back down. Read moreโฆ
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Tucked away among mature trees beside the Swan River at Minim Cove, Russell Brown Adventure Park is one of Perthโs most immersive nature Playgrounds. Built as a community project in partnership with the Town of Mosman Park and local groups including the Mosman Park Rotary Club, itโs designed to feel like an extension of the bush rather than a traditional suburban park, with logs, boulders, ropes and creeks inviting kids to climb, balance, splash and explore. The main adventure area sits on the river flats below McCabe Street, within Minim Cove Park. Most families park at the Mosman Park Tennis Read moreโฆ
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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 moreโฆ
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Mundaring Community Sculpture Park is a beautiful family-friendly destination in the Perth Hills, set on the site of the former Mundaring Railway Station and right beside the Railway Reserves Heritage Trail. Located on Jacoby Street opposite the Mundaring Hotel, itโs easy to find and thereโs plenty of free parking along the roadside. The park combines an excellent Playground with nature play, public art and shady picnic spaces, making it a great spot to spend a few hours or to break up a day exploring the hills. The first thing kids notice is the emphasis on nature play. Scattered throughout the Read moreโฆ
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Hidden amongst trees along the Swan River foreshore, in the shadow of Optus Stadium, the Chevron Parkland is a wonderful nature play experience in Perth. The 2.6 hectares of rehabilitated parklands and nature-based playgrounds were opened as part of Stadium Park in 2018, and the area has grown and matured in that time. While the below aerial image is dated, it may help you to locate some of the play elements that are well hidden by the now-mature trees and bushes. There are six nature play areas within the Chevron Parkland, all designed to encourage children to explore, each play Read moreโฆ
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If youโre looking for your familyโs next favourite hangout spot, let me tell you โ Expedition Park in Clarksonโs Catalina Green is an absolute gem. Expedition Park is not just big โ itโs mega. Thoughtfully designed with integrated play spaces, grassy areas perfect for picnics and parties, BBQ stations, shaded picnic tables, and bike/scooter paths flowing all around. Bring a hat, sunscreen, picnic blanket, and your wheels โ this place is ready for all-day fun! Right at the entrance, youโre greeted by something brand new and seriously cool โ the Yalp Memo, an Interactive Activity Zone that merges tech, Read moreโฆ
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Koombana Foreshore Playground sits right at the heart of Bunburyโs stunning waterfront and is one of those places where you can easily break a journey โ and then end up staying for hours. Part of the awardโwinning Koombana Bay foreshore redevelopment, it combines an eyeโcatching, nauticalโthemed Playground with a calm swimming beach, shady lawns, BBQs and a lively cafรฉ, making it a brilliant stop-off if youโre travelling through to the South West or staying locally. The first thing the kids will spot are the two huge bright red โfunnelsโ that tower over the main play area. These are linked by 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
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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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Livviโs Place Playground at Whiteman Edge in Brabham is a brilliant all-abilities community space, created through a partnership between Stockland and the Touched By Olivia Foundation. As Western Australiaโs first Livviโs Place, it has been thoughtfully designed with input from local school children and with accessibility at its heart. The play equipment and layout cater for children with autism spectrum disorders as well as physical, visual, hearing and mobility impairments, while still feeling like an exciting, modern Playground for every child. The Playground stretches over a generous fully fenced area, which is a huge plus for families with little runners. 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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Tom Simpson Park in Mullaloo is a brilliant family spot, combining a modern coastal Playground with a huge grassy foreshore and stunning ocean views. Set along Oceanside Promenade, the playspace is a favourite with local families, offering something for toddlers through to tweens, all just a short stroll from Mullaloo Beach. The main drawcard is the large wooden fort-style structure, best suited to older or more confident children. Access to the top is via climbing nets and other challenging elements, giving kids plenty of chances to test their strength, balance and bravery. From the top of the fort, an enclosed Read moreโฆ
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Play among trees at Henley Brook’s Wongin Park! The treehouse-inspired playground might be small, but it packs a big punch! From ball play and big slides to water fun and an onsite cafe, Wongin Park is definitely a crowd-pleaser!!! The main feature of Wongin Park is the treehouse which wraps around the majority of the playground and is accessible by ramp, ropes, a rock climbing wall, ladders and stairs. The treehouse also features two tunnel slides, a fireman’s pole, rope tunnel and a fun little spider challenge. On ground level, there are lots of little nooks and crannies to discover, Read moreโฆ
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Tucked along the western end of Wordsworth Avenue, Yokine Reserve Playground is a brilliant allโrounder for families, with something to suit toddlers through to tweens. The fully fenced, doubleโgated play space feels safe and contained, making it ideal for busy little explorers and a popular choice for birthday parties and weekend catchโups. The Playground combines traditional equipment with nature and sensory play. As you enter from the main car park, kids are usually drawn straight to the big, flat roundabout โ perfect for spinning while standing, sitting or running around the edge. Nearby, a smaller roundabout wrapped in rope netting Read moreโฆ
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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 Perthโs best nature play spaces. Tucked just off Brixton Street and adjacent to Roe Highway, itโs the kind of park where you can easily spend a whole day โ with coffee in hand โ 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 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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Jurien Bay Foreshore Playground, set along the beautiful Turquoise Coast at Dobbyn Park, is a brilliant allโages stop on a road trip north of Perth or an easy holiday base in its own right. Overlooking white sand and that famous turquoise water, the foreshore brings together a huge nature Playground, skate and youth precinct, exercise circuit and familyโfriendly beach in one compact, walkable stretch. The main Playground is a real showโstopper. Inspired by Jurien Bayโs crayfishing heritage, the towering climbing structure looks like a series of giant cray pots stacked together. Inside, older kids will love getting lost in the Read moreโฆ
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Botany Park in Hammond Park is a brilliant, toddlerโfriendly Playground and community space that has become a real favourite for local families. Tucked along Macquarie Boulevard next to Botany Oval, the home of the Hammond Park Hurricanes, it combines a fully fenced play area, nature play, water and sand fun, a scooter and bike track, plus one of the best free outdoor gyms youโre likely to find. The Playground is fully fenced with multiple poolโstyle gate entries, which gives parents and carers peace of mind when visiting with little ones. Inside, youโll find a mix of traditional Playground equipment and Read moreโฆ
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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 โ 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 moreโฆ
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Sandy Beach Reserve has long been one of Bassendeanโs most loved riverside spots, and the addition of the Sandy Beach Playspace has truly transformed it into a destination Playground. Tucked at the end of West Road right on the banks of the Swan River, the reserve combines wide open grass, shady mature trees and a sprawling nature play area that invites kids of all ages to climb, splash and explore for hours. The heart of the playspace is an impressive multi-level tower structure that immediately grabs the attention of adventurous kids. Two large timber towers are linked by bridges and Read moreโฆ
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Bathers Park at Alkimos Beach has fast become a real destination Playground in Perthโs north. Set on around 2.5 hectares at the ocean end of Leatherback Boulevard, this $2.8 million foreshore park combines big-ticket play equipment with a stunning coastal backdrop and plenty of space for the whole family to spread out and play. The hero of the park is the surf rescue-themed play tower that soars an impressive seven metres into the air. Kids can climb up via a broad staircase or tackle the more challenging rope โwormholeโ to reach the higher decks. From the top platforms there are 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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Tucked away on the calm waters of Freshwater Bay in Claremont, Mrs Herbertโs Park is a gorgeous, pirate-themed Playground that feels like a true hidden gem. Set alongside the historic Claremont Museum (which was originally Mrs Herbertโs school), this riverside spot is perfect for families looking for a mix of adventure play, nature, and a relaxing picnic by the water. The sand-based Playground is centred around an impressive pirate ship that immediately captures kidsโ imaginations. The ship is packed with different climbing elements, including rope nets, steps and a slide, offering plenty of opportunities for children to scramble, balance and Read moreโฆ
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Perched on the lively West Deck at Karrinyup Shopping Centre, The Cubby is a true โsuper Playgroundโ and an easy favourite for families looking to combine shopping, dining and playtime. Part of Karrinyupโs huge redevelopment, this 950sqm outdoor play space feels more like a destination in its own right than a typical shopping centre Playground. The hero of the space is the enormous multi-level cubby house. At around 16 metres long and 5 metres high, it towers over the play area and instantly draws kids in. The structure is packed with ways to climb, slide and explore, including ladders, ropes, Read moreโฆ
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Maylands Waterland is WA’s premier outdoor water playground, beautifully situated on the Maylands Peninsula overlooking the Swan River. This FREE family-friendly facility operates seasonally from September until April, with water features running daily from 9am to 5pm. The park features a water feature stream flowing into a variable depth splash pool, nature playgrounds, and extensive grassed areas perfect for picnics. Facilities include free accessible BBQs, picnic shelters, toilet and shower amenities, and a dedicated party space with kitchenette available for hire. While the water features are seasonal, the parklands, playground, BBQs, toilets, and picnic areas remain open year-round during daylight Read moreโฆ
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The new Shelley Beach playground is a great playground to visit. Itโs right on the river, and around the enclosed playground is plenty of grass to kick a ball on, BBQs and gazebos and, of course, the beautiful river. My 10-year-old was impressed with the park, especially the X-park obstacle course. The course is set up with a starting point and different obstacles throughout, including climbing, balancing and swinging. Many of the older kids seemed to enjoy the challenge of this part of the playground. As we entered the playground, we saw a mini trampoline and a swing set with Read moreโฆ
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Lake Treeby Adventure Playground has settled in as one of the go-to adventure Playgrounds south of the river. Set in the scenic suburb of Treeby, it offers a mix of nature play, big climbing structures and lakeside paths the whole family can enjoy. Parking is available along Torwood Avenue. As the name suggests, this playground is situated beside a beautiful man made lake and surrounded by large shady trees which are perfect as we enter the warmer months! The playground has many exciting areas, there are two slides, one tall slide for the big kids and a smaller slide Read moreโฆ
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The Jo Wheatley All Abilities Play Space is an amazing park purpose-built for all ages and abilities. Carefully built around and under existing trees, covering 10,000sqm with wheelchair access throughout, a sensory garden, flying fox, climbing obstacles, slides, swings, picnic areas, water play, toilet facilities and fully fenced… it certainly ticks all the boxes!!! The main wooden structure has ramp and stair access, decks, two slides, and a balancing beam. Underneath there is a cubby house with a shop window and fun coloured glass blocks. There is a nature play area that backs onto the wooden structure, it is step Read moreโฆ
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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 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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Walyalup Koort Play Space is a vibrant inner-city Playground in the very heart of Fremantle, set within the redeveloped Kings Square precinct now known as Walyalup Koort. Inspired by Freoโs industrial and maritime history, the design cleverly weaves in miniature cranes, bridges, railway tracks and shipping containers, softened with trees, water elements and plenty of colour. Itโs a fun, busy space that suits toddlers through to primary school-aged children, and makes a brilliant stop on a family day out in Fremantle. The main crane-themed fort is the first thing most kids run to. It features climbing opportunities, platforms to explore Read moreโฆ
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Faulkner Park, better known to most families as โVolcano Parkโ, is one of those destination Playgrounds that kids remember for years. The centrepiece is a huge manโmade volcano, surrounded by jungleโstyle gardens, animal sculptures and plenty of different play zones that cater for toddlers through to confident climbers. The entire main Playground is fully fenced with selfโlocking gates at both entrances, which makes it much easier to relax while the kids explore. The volcano itself is where most children will head first. A wide, gently sloping path spirals all the way to the top, with steps part of the way Read moreโฆ
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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 moreโฆ
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Kingsway Regional Playground, affectionately known as the Kingsway Dinosaur Park, is a brilliant, allโages destination tucked inside Kingsway Regional Sporting Complex in Madeley. Set a short walk north of the rugby and soccer fields, it blends a huge themed Playground, a modern aquatic play space and more traditional play equipment, all wrapped in plenty of open space thatโs perfect for family time. The star attraction for many families is the Kingsway Aquatic Play Space, a fully fenced, zeroโdepth splash pad with a fun dinosaur theme. Kids can dash through sprays and jets that burst up from the ground and rain Read moreโฆ
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Tucked along the leafy banks of the Hotham River, the Hotham River Foreshore Adventure Play Park in Boddington (also known as Hotham Park) has quickly become a favourite family stop for road trips and country getaways. Just off Albany Highway and around 1 hour 40 minutes (about 130km) south-east of Perth, itโs an easy detour for a leg stretch, play and picnic, or a relaxed day trip in its own right. The adventure Playground makes the most of its sloping riverside setting. Many kids will make a beeline for the double flying fox, which has both a pommel seat and Read moreโฆ
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Tucked inside the Apsley Estate in Mandogalup, Mokare Reserve Adventure Playground is a brilliant all-ages destination that feels like a bushland adventure just off Rowley Road. As you enter the estate youโll spot the expansive play space spread out across rolling lawn, winding footpaths and clusters of mature trees, with plenty of room for kids to run, climb and explore. The hero of the park is the towering 12โmetre treehouse-style tower and slide. The climb to the top is an adventure in itself, with a mix of steps, platforms and rope ladders wrapping around the structure. Confident older kids will Read moreโฆ
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Yanchep Golf Estate Playground is a brilliant little neighbourhood gem tucked between new homes and the rolling fairways of the golf course. Designed as a shipwreck-themed adventure space, itโs ideal for toddlers and primary-aged kids and works really well as a stop on a Yanchep day out or as your local โpop down for a playโ park if you live nearby. The first thing that tends to grab kidsโ attention is the flying fox. Itโs a single cable rather than a dual racing style, but children still love taking turns and seeing who can launch the fastest. Because it runs Read moreโฆ















































