The Gold Coast has an amazing array of playgrounds and parks for children, and this is my ‘Top 10’.
Most are super parks, that have multifaceted play areas suitable for all ages; some are simply close to convenient coffee and lunch options (Mudgeeraba Rotary Park, I’m looking at you!)
Whether you live on our gorgeous coastline, or are here to visit for a short time, these parks are guaranteed fun, each with its own special features.
Canungra Playground – DJ Smith Memorial Park
DJ Smith Memorial Park in Canungra has lots to offer kids ready for adventure play in a natural setting. This awesome Canungra playground is set back from the main road on Kidston Street. If you know Canungra well, you'll find it opposite The Outpost Cafe, and...
The Surrounds Playground – Helensvale
The Surrounds playground is an exciting new addition to a growing group of new super-playgrounds that cater for all ages, incorporate water-play, and aim for 'safe-enough' climbing experiences. At first glance it's like walking into a lollyshop - brightly coloured...
All Abilities Playground Kurruwa Park Broadbeach
The All Abilities Playground at Kurruwa in Broadbeach is one of our city's best playgrounds for all ages. It is fully enclosed and filled with excellent play equipment including two giant slides, climbing nets, flying fox, giant web swing, submarine, water and sand...
The Faerie Park Merrimac
The Faerie Park in Merrimac is a gorgeous imaginative and natural play area for children, perfect for a picnic or sunny morning play. After seeing underwhelming images of the park online, I must admit that I didn't expect much from the Faerie Park, but as soon as we...
Ronnie Long Park – Tallebudgera Surf Club
Ronnie Long Park is located on the beachside of Tallebudgera Surf Club, overlooking the northern end of Palm Beach. One of our favourite things about this playground is the small cafe underneath the surf club which has a selection of drinks and snacks suitable for...
The Pirate Park Palm Beach
The Pirate Park at Palm Beach has to be one of the most popular parks on the Gold Coast. And why not, it has everything! There is a fantastic playground, sure to spark imaginative play, a lovely grassed area for ball games and picnics, plenty of shade and parking, a...
Westfield Helensvale Playground
Westfield Helensvale playground holds the unofficial award for what is probably the best shopping centre playground on the Gold Coast. Set outside, close to toilets and the food court, the playground is perfect for a play during a shopping trip, after a bite to eat...
Gold Coast Playgrounds and Parks – Rotary Park Mudgeeraba
Rotary Park Mudgeeraba is a great local playground that is the perfect spot for a playdate or morning out. The Mudgeeraba Bakery close by combined with a train-themed park make it a fun and easy place for kids to play and parents to relax. There is a swing set,...
Gold Coast Playgrounds and Parks – Central Park Pacific Pines
Central Park Pacific Pines is a wonderful facility for Gold Coast kids and families. It has a range of different play areas, including an enclosed area for toddlers and a giant flying fox for older children. It is a great location for a children’s birthday party...
Gold Coast Playgrounds and Parks – Parklake Park
Parklake Park is an exciting playground on the northern Gold Coast, nestled in a tree-lined gully. It's an imaginative play area, including one of the largest playground slides we have ever seen and lots of different play areas. There are a few features that make this...
