Best Seaside Playgrounds Redlands

Stretching for over 330km, the Redlands coastline is home to a number of standout seaside playgrounds for kids. Favourites of ours due to their range of play equipment, family-friendly facilities and different wow factors, the fact that they are all located only a short stroll to the beach only adds to the attraction. We have gone through them all and have listed below what we believe are the best seaside playgrounds in Redlands.

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Beth Boyd Park

In early 2023, the Redlands Council completed a major upgrade to Beth Boyd Park. Already sitting in an ideal seaside location overlooking Moreton Bay, the new development saw an impressive pirate-themed play space come to life. Generously spaced out under numerous large, shady trees, the park is a place where children can let their imaginations run wild.

A multi-level play boat structure faces the sea, and various shipwreck and nautical-themed play items fill the playground. With a combination of soft fall rubber and sand making the base, kids can dig for treasure, clamber over barrels, ride the dual-pedal bike spinner, or race leaves along the water play stream. Afterwards, it is a simple stroll to the beach, where they can play on the sand and in the water. Bike paths and nearby cafes make this the perfect family seaside playground.

Key Playground Features

Seaside pirate-themed playground
Dual pedal-bike spinner
Inground trampoline
Water play pump and stream
Pirate ship climbing fort
Slides
Swings
Beach volleyball court
Hill slides
Basketball quarter court
Bike and walk paths
Ample parking
Walk to beach
Covered seating
BBQs
Accessible Toilets
Cafés nearby

Address: Corner of John Street and Mooroondu Road, Thorneside

You can read our full review of Beth Boyd Park here.

Wellington Point Recreation Reserve Playground

There is so much to love about our next seaside playground, but knowing where to start is hard. Wellington Point Recreation Reserve boasts an incredible seaside playground, some of the best climbing trees in south-east Queensland, and a hidden island walk. The playground itself is sand-based and faces directly out to sea.

A delightful grassed area sits between it and the small beach, which makes it the perfect spot for parents to set up and watch the kids whilst keeping them safe. Large fig trees stretch their long limbs out over the play space, creating not only a natural umbrella from the sun but also some wonderful nature-play climbing opportunities. The playground is a nature-play dream, with wooden stages, beams, climbing structures, and even a pirate ship wheel.

Once the kids are finished playing they can wander down to the beach for a play or swim, and at low tide watch as a sandy pathway emerges that will lead you straight out to King Island. Just be sure to return before the tide comes back in!

Key Playground Features

Climbing trees
Shaded
Nature play playground
Climbing wall
Swings
Pirate ship wheel
Picnic area
Sheltered beach
King Island walk
Accessible Toilets
Ample Carparking
Café

Address: Wellington Point, Redlands Coast Area

You can read our full review of Wellington Point Recreation Reserve Playground here.

Raby Bay Esplanade Park

Another wow seaside playground we love in Redlands is the Raby Bay Esplanade Park Playground. Packing some serious punch for play equipment and family-friendly fun, you may want to allow a full day here as I guarantee the kids will not want to leave!

The playground needs to be seen to be fully appreciated, with its towering Goliath climbing tower being its key feature. Although it rises over three levels, the tower is much like the other play equipment in the park – and has different elements to cater for different age groups. Other fun playground features include an imaginative play fish shop, small and large climbing frames, a ping pong table and much more.

A short stroll from the playground is an impressive 200m long bike track, complete with signs. Kids will love riding along this on their bike or scooter before heading down to one of the many beautiful bay lookouts or small, sandy beach spots nearby to cool off.

Key Playground Features

Goliath tower
Wave climber
Sand-based playground
Shade sails
Imaginative play fish shop
200m bike circuit with road signs
Swings
Table tennis
Walk paths and water-facing benches
Stroll to beach
Water play pump
Nature play
Covered seating
BBQs
Accessible Toilets
Ample Parking

Address: Raby Esplanade, Ormiston

You can read our full review of Raby Bay Esplanade Park here.

WH Yeo Park

Overlooking Thompson’s Beach in Victoria Point, WH Yeo Park has been a well-loved family park for locals for years. Catering for children of all ages, the park has two playgrounds, one fenced and one not. The smaller, fenced playground is ideal for toddlers and younger children, with a delightful zoo animal theme. Here, you will find a low-climbing fort, slides, rockers, swings and more.

For older children, there is a nearby unfenced playground that includes a flying fox and a nearby basketball half-court.

Thompson’s Beach is a small, shallow, semi-sheltered beach with generally calm waters. This makes it the perfect place for small kids to swim, and at low tide, the beach offers great fossicking opportunities. The long esplanade pathways are ideal for a family walk or ride, too.

Key Playground Features

Two playgrounds (one fenced)
Shaded playgrounds
Smaller fenced zoo-themed toddler playground
Flying fox
Swings
Slides
Sand base
Basketball half court
Bike and walk paths
Covered picnic tables
BBQs
Ample Parking
Accessible toilets

Address: Eagle Street at Thompson’s Beach in Victoria Point

You can read our full review of WH Yeo Park here.

Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve Playground

It may not be the biggest playground, but the seaside location, historical landmarks, and Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve’s great family atmosphere make it happy to earn a spot on our list. Found right at the tip of Cleveland Point, the playground here is small and sweet, with an imaginative play boat structure, swings, a large egg climb and even a giant turtle you can hop on.

Kids can learn all about the historical lighthouse that can be found alongside the playground too. Built in 1864, there is an information board that goes into more detail about its history.

After playing and exploring the lighthouse, enjoy a stroll around the concrete ring pathway that circles the tip of the point. Large, flat grassed areas make ideal picnic spots, and there is also a wonderful café, fish and chip shop, and ice creamery.

Key Playground Features

Historical lighthouse
Sunken ship play area
Swings
Giant turtle sculpture
Walking paths
Picnic areas
Café
Ice-creamery
Fish and Chips
Parking
Accessible Toilets

Address: 237 Shore Street North, Cleveland Point

You can read our full review of Cleveland Point Recreation Reserve here.

Aquatic Paradise West Park

If you have young children, an ideal seaside playground in Redlands would be Aquatic Paradise Park West in Birkdale. Located next to a small, sheltered beach, the play area consists of soft fall stairs, mini slides, swings, monkey bars and a climbing fort. Whilst toddlers can happily work their way around the sand-based playground, small kids can enjoy the rope and balance course found here and parents may enjoy the hammock complete with seaside views!

The playground sits alongside wide, open grassy lawns, with a wonderful climbing tree nearby and 1.5km of flat esplanade pathway ideal for riding or walking along. The beach itself offers a safe swimming environment for little ones, with plenty of sand for castle creations too.

Key Playground Features