Buggybuddys guide to toddler Playgrounds in Perth – your ultimate directory to the best toddler‑friendly parks and play spaces across Perth and WA. Kids love burning off energy at parks, and Perth is packed with amazing new Playgrounds featuring modern equipment, nature play, water play and all‑abilities facilities. Best of all, they’re all FREE!
What’s so great about toddler Playgrounds in Perth?
These parks are designed especially for little ones. Toddlers can safely practise their climbing and sliding, explore educational and sensory elements, and enjoy musical play, water play, mud kitchens and sand tables with friends. Many toddler Playgrounds are fully or partially fenced, helping keep speedy little runners away from roads and car parks.
Our listings also include handy details like nearby coffee shops, cafés and family‑friendly restaurants, so you can grab a takeaway or enjoy a meal before or after your play. Make a day of it and create some amazing memories with your little ones at Perth’s best toddler Playgrounds.
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The Edge Playground in Baldivis is a gorgeous nature play space located within The Edge estate, and still feels like a bit of a hidden gem. Set along Beaufortia Crescent, the Playground combines natural timbers, native landscaping and creative design to create a really engaging space for kids to explore, climb and balance. It’s part of a wider community development with parks, an oval and a primary school nearby, so it feels like a true neighbourhood hub rather than a standalone Playground. As you arrive, the first thing you’ll spot is the impressive timber fort under the shade of a Read more…
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Located just around Harrisdale Nature Reserve, Harrisdale Green Sensory Park is the all-new interactive sensory park for children of all abilities at the new Harrisdale Green Estate. When we first drove past, this cute playground caught our attention with its vibrant colours. The scale of this playground is smallish and more suited for younger toddlers. Older kids might find that there is limited play equipment for them here, but don’t worry, there is another bigger playground located at Green Link Park, which is just a few minutes walk away. The highlight of this playground has to be the sensory play Read more…
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We all know shopping with kids isn’t easy, but the kids will be begging to go to Mandurah Forum’s beach-inspired playground! The state-of-the-art playground is part of the $350 million redevelopment, completed in March 2018 the two fully enclosed play areas are the perfect place to take a break while the kids burn off some energy. The main feature is an 8-metre high climbing structure in the shape of a cray pot with internal climbing nets and two twisting tunnel slides, it is great for adventurous kids who are confident climbers. Dotted on the softfall are different sea creatures to Read more…
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Dunnell Park is a great little neighbourhood Playground that really ticks the boxes for younger kids and families looking for a shaded, low‑mess place to play. Tucked within a residential area, it feels safe, contained and very family-friendly, making it a handy option for a quick play after school or a relaxed weekend visit. One of the standout features is the excellent shade. Large shade sails cover the main play structure, helping to keep equipment cool and protecting little ones from the harsh sun. The entire Playground sits on soft-fall rubber rather than sand, which is a big plus if Read more…
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Tucked away in the quiet northern suburb of Mullaloo, Korella Park is a lovely neighbourhood Playground that’s perfect for a relaxed play stop with younger children. Set alongside a big sports field, the play area features Forpark equipment in a sandpit-style setting, all edged by a low sandstone wall that also doubles as seating for supervising adults. While there are no shade sails, mature leafy trees nearby cast shade over the surrounding grass, making it easy to spread out a picnic blanket and settle in. The main play structure offers plenty to explore without feeling overwhelming for little ones. Kids Read more…
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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 more…
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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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Being only a couple of minutes’ drive off Indian Ocean Drive makes Ledge Point a great little stopover, either for a 5 minute break or a couple of days. Ledge Point is 1hr 25mins north of the Perth CBD. The town is well known for its beaches and fishing but the park is also a great place to stretch your legs on a road trip. Situated just behind the local tennis courts the playground has recently undergone a renovation. This shady park has something for all the kids. Being set back a few streets off the coast and in a Read more…
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Germano Park is a peaceful, leafy park with a playground to suit most kids located in Wanneroo. If your kids love to climb, they’ll love this park. What struck me first when we arrived at Germano Park was how quiet and green it was. The park is full of trees and soft birdsong. The playground area is covered by shade sails with a sand base. This features climbing rope equipment in the form of a rope tunnel, a rope ladder, and ropes with plastic platforms to balance across. Miss 3 was very proud of herself for getting across the platforms! Read more…
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The Canning River Regional Park extends over 6km and offers a range of activities to suit all the family. The Kent St Weir area offers a great family day out with lots of facilities including toilets, drink fountains bike repair kit. There are seven things you can do with the family at Kent St Weir. Have a Picnic – The Kent Street Weir area is perfect for a picnic with family or friends. There are large expanses of grass and some shady trees to throw your rug down. If you prefer there are a few covered gazebos with picnic tables Read more…
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McCallum Park is a large, but seemingly underused, park located near that difficult to negotiate junction between Shepperton Road and Canning Hwy. It’s accessed from Taylor St (off Canning Hwy) and there are plenty of parking spaces (some shaded) on both Taylor St. and the adjacent Garland St. Toilets (LHS) and parking on Taylor St. There are male and female toilets on both Taylor and Garland Streets and these were….well…what you would expect in a park. Pretty basic, but clean and functioning. The park itself is huge – plenty of space for an impromptu post-picnic footy or cricket match. BBQ, Read more…
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Robert Thompson Reserve is a large grassy park located opposite the Noranda Village Shopping Centre. In the centre of this lovely park is a playground with equipment to suit most children. The ground surrounding the play equipment is a mix of sand and rubbery soft-fall. There are shade sails up in the warmer months, and there are a few small trees shading parts of the playground. At one end of the playground, there is a fenced toddler area with two magnetic gates. The main feature in here is a bus-shaped climbing frame. The bottom level is decked out with seats Read more…
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Don’t let the size fool you—Jack Barlow Park may be on the smaller side, but it still packs in plenty to keep the kids happy. This is the kind of easy, no-fuss local park that works well for a casual play, a quick stop with the kids, or a laid-back catch-up with friends while little ones burn off some energy. One of the best things about Jack Barlow Park is its compact layout. Everything is close together, so it’s especially handy if you’ve got younger children and want to keep them within easy sight without having to follow them from Read more…
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Tucked into the Village precinct of Whiteman Park, Village West Playground is a fantastic, family-friendly play space that’s ideal for a full day out. The Playground sits just a short stroll (around 200 metres) from the Visitor Information Centre, with the closest parking in Car Park 6, though it’s easily reached from anywhere in the Village area of the park. The Playground is fully fenced, with a single entrance beside the picnic tables. This layout makes it easy to keep track of little ones, even when the Playground is busy. Almost the entire space is shaded by sails and mature Read more…
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Stadium Park at Optus Stadium is not just for big events! In fact, when it’s a little quieter, it’s a brilliant place to explore, with two great playgrounds, including the Optus Stadium Sensory Playground, mini golf and more. Optus Stadium Sensory Playground is a compact, fully fenced gem that’s ideal for a play with the whole family – having elements to excite all ages. Designed with sensory play in mind, it’s one of those parks where you can easily lose an hour while the kids swing, climb and explore. The first thing that grabs kids’ attention is the large rope Read more…
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Situated in the Shorehaven Estate is Shorehaven Boulevard Playground – a lovely, partially fenced playground that is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Shorehaven Boulevard Playground features some play equipment we hadn’t come across before, and Miss 3 had a great time exploring. In the sand area, we found lots of colourful wood and plastic based play equipment. The lowest parts are made up of interconnected stations and feature some sensory play. One part has different knobs, balls and a spinning bullseye you can move around, and a cute owl on top that twirls. Another adjoining section was like a little Read more…
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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 more…
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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. You’ll 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, let’s talk about that slide! Read more…
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Livvi’s 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 Australia’s first Livvi’s 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 more…
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Moresby Street Reserve in Kensington is a lovely little neighbourhood Playground that’s especially well suited to toddlers and younger children. Tucked on the corner of Moresby Street and South Terrace, it feels like a quiet local spot, but still has enough equipment and open space to keep little ones happily occupied. A big bonus is that Hoopla Café is just across the road, making it easy to grab a coffee or snack before or after a play. The Playground is sand-based and designed with younger children in mind. There’s a small climbing structure featuring a double slide, a mini Read more…
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Warradale Park in Landsdale is home to one of Perth’s most heartfelt and thoughtfully designed play spaces. The fully fenced nature Playground on Southmead Drive was created in memory of toddler Sam Trott and stands as a beautiful tribute to the community spirit that surrounded his family. The City of Wanneroo worked closely with Sam’s family and the Autism Association of Western Australia to design a space that celebrates play while being especially considerate of children’s sensory needs and inclusivity, making this much more than a standard suburban park. You can read more about the background of the project on Read more…
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A park for big and little kids, with shade sails, soft flooring, multiple ways to play, and a fully fenced area, sounds perfect. Bracadale Park, All Abilities Playground in Canning Vale, is just that. It is designed so that all kids of varying abilities can enjoy and play. The standout for me is that this park is fully fenced. Even with just one kid you feel like you can never look away, with two kids or even more, it’s impossible trying to find a playground trip relaxing. The park is secure and large enough that you can easily spend a Read more…
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Leafy Somerly Park in the northern suburb of Clarkson features a bright playground suitable for kids of all ages, including traditional play equipment mixed with some sensory play. On arriving and walking down the path and under a tall gazebo to the playground, the first things to grab Miss 4’s attention was the musical play equipment. A board with different shapes to drum on and chiming pipes of different heights and pitch stand at one end along with two spring rockers and a spinning toy. From here, she began exploring the main play structure, starting with the rubber swinging platforms. Read more…
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Heathcote Reserve in Applecross is one of Perth’s original “super Playgrounds” 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 there’s more to explore here than “just” a Playground, so it’s a spot that works well for repeat visits and for impressing out-of-town visitors. The 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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Harbour View Park in Hillarys is a lovely local Playground that’s especially suited to toddlers and young children, with the bonus of exercise facilities for adults and free community tennis courts alongside. Tucked within the quiet suburban streets, it’s an easy park to visit for a quick play, a longer hang-out with friends, or a scooter ride around the surrounding paths. The main play area is boat-themed, which is always a winner with little ones who love to pretend they’re the captain at sea. The compact climbing frame includes small ladders that are easy for younger children to manage, a Read more…
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Tucked away at the end of Banrock Drive in the Annie’s Landing estate, this beautiful district playspace is a brilliant destination park for families in Ellenbrook and the Swan Valley. The Playground sits within Brockman Park and has been designed to blend into its natural bushland setting, with plenty of sand, logs, rocks and trees creating a real “adventure in the bush” feel rather than a standard suburban park. The playspace is laid out in “play pockets” for different age groups, all linked by meandering pathways. Older kids are drawn straight to the big-ticket equipment, including a large spider-web climbing Read more…
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Pirate Playground in Ellenbrook is a compact, fully fenced neighbourhood park that packs in a lot of fun for young children, especially pirate-loving toddlers and preschoolers. Located just off Verbana Drive near Cashman Avenue, this themed Playground is designed for imaginative play, with plenty of soft fall and sand underfoot to cushion little tumbles. While the fencing gives parents peace of mind, there are a few gaps under sections of the fence where determined little escape artists could squeeze through, so it’s still worth keeping a close eye on very young children. The centrepiece of the Playground is the impressive Read more…
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Opportunity Playspace at Rotary Park has long been one of Wanneroo’s most loved playgrounds, and after visiting again following the Stage One upgrade completed in July 2024, it’s easy to see why this space continues to draw families back year after year. Originally opened in 1979, the park still carries a sense of history and character, yet it remains well-maintained and thoughtfully updated by the City of Wanneroo. The biggest change is the replacement of the original wooden fort, now a large mostly-metal play structure with some timber elements. While the materials mean it can get warm on hot days, Read more…
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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 more…
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Rayment Park in Lathlain is a fantastic all-rounder for families, offering a big green space, three distinct play areas, and lots of room for kids of different ages to spread out and explore. Set opposite a local school and across the road from popular Kettle Cafe, it’s easy to make a morning or afternoon of your visit with play, coffee, and a walk or scoot. The junior Playground is a real highlight for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Fully fenced, with entry via a Magna lock-style gate and protected by shade sails, it feels safe and secure for little ones Read more…
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Neil Hawkins Park in Joondalup is a beautiful, family-friendly park that’s perfectly suited to younger children and families wanting a relaxed day outdoors. Nestled alongside Lake Joondalup, it offers a lovely mix of Playground fun, nature and open grassy spaces, making it easy to spend a few hours there without needing to go anywhere else. The Playground is set on soft sand, which is gentle on little knees and ideal for kids who love to dig and play. A standout feature is the fire truck–themed play area, which is fantastic for imaginative play. Children can climb, explore and pretend they’re Read more…
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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 “base camp” 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 more…
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Previously known as Orange Grove Community Reserve, Boyle Lane All Abilities Playground is the NEWest playground that has received a $242,000 upgrade from the City of Gosnells in Orange Grove. Located at the intersection of Boyle Lane and Maddington Road, this fully fenced inclusive play space might be on the smaller scale, but it has all the sensory play elements and equipment for kids of all ages to enjoy and makes a good pit-stop to let the kids loose when you are around the area. The Boral Truck Rocker (kindly donated by Boral) was a huge hit among Read more…
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Les Lilleyman Reserve, North Perth Les Lilleyman Reserve in North Perth features a fenced playground surrounded by shady trees. Tucked away under the trees, this playground features swings, climbing equipment and nature play elements the kids will love! Les Lilleyman Reserve offers something for everyone. To begin with, there are two swings. One is a regular swing, the other is a mobility swing with a harness. My Miss 8 was busting to get on these when we arrived! Adjacent to this, there is a wooden climbing frame with a tube slide. To access the slide, children have multiple climbing Read more…
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Tucked well back from the road in Amberton Estate, Heath Park in Eglinton is a brilliant destination for families, especially those with scooter‑mad kids and adventurous toddlers. The Playground and scooter track sit around 100 metres from the car park, which gives parents extra peace of mind with little ones not playing right next to traffic. The whole space opens out beside a large oval, making it feel spacious and inviting for a couple of hours of play or a weekend meet‑up with friends. The star of Heath Park is the dedicated scooter park. Designed like a mini skate park Read more…
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Brown Park is a grassy park with shady trees and a playground covered by shade sails set among the leafy streets of Mosman Park. It’s a spot that’s sure to have something to appeal to everyone. The main play structure has lots to offer, with monkey bars, two slides of different sizes and a tunnel to crawl through. There’s a steering wheel and two different climbing walls. One plastic, one wooden. One of Miss almost three’s favourite parts was the wobbly wooden bridge. Smaller children will need to hold on to the ropes to get across, which adds to the Read more…
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If you’re looking for a playground that truly caters to everyone—from toddlers to grandparents—Ballajura Intergenerational Playspace – Weitj Park is a must-visit. This $6.5 million playspace on Oxleigh Drive, Ballajura, is thoughtfully designed to encourage active play, creativity and social connection across all generations. With three distinct play areas—Parkland, Industrial Vibe and Nature Play—Weitj Park offers shared play experiences that set it apart from other Perth playgrounds. Whether it’s grandparents swinging their grandkids, parents and children racing through the ninja course or toddlers making new friends while building a cubby, this space brings families and the community together in a Read more…
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Broadview park is set around a small lake, with a path running all the way around it. It’s a lovely spot and perfect for a stroll or ride around the lake and a play. Over the water is a gorgeous little gazebo with seats inside. This is the perfect spot to look for ducks and koi. The gazebo is safely fenced, with no risk of children slipping into the water. There’s no barrier around the lake or play equipment though there is a decent distance between them. There is a small playground set on sand for younger children, featuring stairs Read more…
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Tucked inside Kings Park’s Poolgarla Family Area, Ivey Watson Playground is purpose‑built for little ones, with play equipment designed specifically for children aged six and under Poolgarla Family Area – Kings Park. The Playground is set within a large fenced precinct, but there are a couple of open entry points and access via the café, so it’s very much a “shoes on, eyes open” kind of outing if you have speedy toddlers or mini escape artists. Access is via Kings Park Road, opposite Outram Street, with plenty of parking in the Poolgarla Family Area carpark and along Kulunga Grove. Pram‑friendly Read more…
