Underwood Park Playground (Funderwood Hollow) – one of our favourite toddler playgrounds in Logan

When it comes to toddlers, any playground that can spark their imagination and also provide them with hours of explorative nature play is a winner in our books. Ticking those two boxes (and so many more), Funderwood Hollow in Underwood Park easily delivers, with its enchanting fairy tale-themed playground and surrounding nature-filled play spaces all being perfect for our smallest family members to enjoy.

Although its feature Spielart adventure playground was designed for kids aged 5+, toddlers can still navigate this with a supervising parent. There is also a generously sized toddler-sized playground with a sand base and diggers, a fun pedal-powered monorail, and a delightful nature play low-to-the-ground obstacle course. Your toddler will love the water play pump that trickles into a rocky creek bed, perfect for fossicking and skipping through.

Key Playground Features:

• Large, shaded toddler playground
• Sand-based playground with diggers
• Fairytale-themed playground
• Pedal-powered monorail
• Creek bed for jumping through and fossicking in
• Nature play circuit
• Water pump play area
• Plenty of trees
• Bike paths
• Wheelchair and pram suitable pathways
• Sheltered picnic tables
• Accessible toilets
• Large carpark

Address: Underwood Road, Priestdale

You can read our full review of Funderwood Hollow playground here.

Darlington Parklands

Darlington Parklands is dubbed by many as one of Logan’s ‘super parks’ and, when it comes to toddler-friendly fun, it’s not hard to see why. As a parent with a toddler, the parklands are a favourite – mostly due to the scale and variety of play spaces here that are suitable for them to explore. If you are planning to visit here, be sure to pack for a full day, as the kids will no doubt be too excited to experience all the parklands have to offer to want to leave.

Although the toddler playground that comes complete with fort, sand pit and musical wall is the perfect place to start, they will soon discover the large (and FREE) water park that is also located here. Safe for little ones, the water play area contains fountains, spouts and jets, as well as zero-depth splash pads and shallow pools to cool down in. There are plenty of wide-open, grassed areas to set up a picnic on while they run free, and even a wetlands boardwalk you can explore with them when they are done playing.

Key Playground Features:

• Toddler playground
• Toddler fort
• Sand pit
• Musical wall
• Climbing dome
• Free zero-depth water park
• Large, grassy fields to run on
• Wetlands with a boardwalk
• Six seat multi swing
• Nature play low-to-ground obstacle course
• 30m dual flying fox
• Sheltered picnic tables
• BBQs
• Accessible toilets
• Ample parking

Address: 47 – 125 Yarrabilba Drive, Yarrabilba

You can read our full review of Darlington Parklands playground here.

Riverdale Park

If you have a dinosaur-obsessed toddler (and even if you don’t!) your child will absolutely love to spend a day playing at Riverdale Park in the Logan suburb of Meadowbrook. Literally filled with prehistoric goodies to discover, this delightful dinosaur-themed playground will offer them endless imaginative play opportunities in a generously-spaced, safe environment. 

It will be easy for your toddler to imagine they are a budding palaeontologist, as they unearth hidden eggs, follow giant footprints, and even sit beneath the half-submerged skeleton of a triceratops! Even the large central climbing structure and slides form the shape of one of these magnificent creatures. Along with the prehistoric finds, your toddler can also enjoy digging in the soft, sandy playground base, jump on the in-ground trampoline, or explore the many other playground favourites found here.

Key Playground Features:

• Dinosaur-themed playground
• Hidden dinosaur finds
• Sand-based playground
• Giant submerged dinosaur skeleton
• Shade sails over playground
• Dinosaur footprints
• Life-like dinosaur sculptures and eggs
• Swings
• Stepping and balancing logs
• In-ground trampoline
• Rockers
• Musical instruments
• Pram and wheelchair-accessible paths
• Sheltered picnic tables
• BBQs
• Accessible toilets
• Ample carparking

Address: Armstrong Road, Meadowbrook

You can read our full review of Riverdale Park here.

Flagstone Adventure Playground and Water Park

Another two-for-one playground that we love for toddlers in Logan is Flagstone Adventure Playground and Water Park. Another super park boasting the title of one of the largest playgrounds in south-east Queensland, the facilities and play spaces for smaller children here are plentiful and varied. Although there is plenty of more impressive equipment to be wowed by, the soft-fall toddler playground is a great place to start, with its mini climbing fort and slides. There are also sunken tunnels, toddler swings and even a story time reading area! Winding throughout the play spaces you will also find a wide bike path with road markings, perfect for little ones learning to ride.

After working up a sweat on the play equipment, you can move next door to the free water park. Perfect for children of all ages, it features plenty of fun water play opportunities for toddlers laid out on a zero-depth base.

Key Playground Features:

• Designated toddler playground
• Small climbing fort and slides
• Shaded play spaces
• Sunken tunnels
• Storytime reading area
• Toddler swings
• Bike / scooter paths with roadway markings
• Free water park
• Zero-depth water play area
• Shaded picnic tables
• BBQs
• Open grass spaces
• Accessible toilets
• Ample parking

Address: Trailblazer Drive, Jimboomba

You can read our full review of Flagstone Adventure Park here.

Logan Gardens Park

Logan Gardens Park is an expansive and beautifully manicured space that is an absolute must-visit for families with toddlers who love to run free. Spread out over several hectares, the park has a beautiful nature-play, all-abilities playground that is perfect for kids of all ages to enjoy. There are plenty of imaginative and nature-play opportunities for toddlers to explore here, with a small, koala-themed wooden treehouse fort being a favourite destination for most kids on arrival. The entire park is surrounded by flat, manicured lawns and plenty of climbing trees, and sprinkled with sheltered seating throughout. A wide, pram and wheelchair-accessible pathway makes for the perfect learn-to-ride track for toddlers too.

Another huge drawcard to this park is its water play area. Zero-depth, with large shooting fountains and sprays, it provides a safe and fun environment for toddlers to cool down in while parents relax nearby with a coffee.

Key Playground Features:

• Soft-fall playground base
• All-abilities playground
• Koala-themed wooden treehouse fort
• Toddler climbing wall
• Toddler and all-ability swings
• Climbing net
• Balancing equipment
• Shady trees
• Nature-play opportunities
• Zero-depth water play area
• Bocce, basketball, and takraw court
• Wide, riding and walk pathways
• Large, open green space
• Sheltered picnic tables
• BBQs
• Accessible toilets
• Ample parking

Address: Civic Parade, Logan Central

You can read our full review of Logan Gardens Park here.

Mabel Park

With its recent $1.8 million upgrade, Mabel Park is like the golden star of toddler playgrounds in Logan (and that’s not only due to its bright yellow playground equipment!). Younger kids will have plenty to keep them busy here, starting with the giant, sand-filled playground base that stretches out beneath all play areas and provides the perfect spot for digging and creating sand structures. Toddlers can practice their balance on the nearby wooden logs and stepping stones, clamber over the rocky creek bed, delight in the water pump play area, and enjoy the smaller, toddler-sized climbing fort.

If you visit Mabel Park, it is a good idea to pack in your toddler bike or scooter. Not only are their wide pathways throughout the park, there is actually a dedicated junior skills track too. Complete with road markings and street signs, it is the perfect little space for little ones learning to ride.

Key Playground Features:

• Junior skills bike and scooter track with road markings and signs
• Climbing tower and slides
• Small toddler fort
• Climbing net
• Log and stepping stone balance area
• Toddler swings
• Large sand-based play area
• Water pump play 
• Water misting system
• Dry rocky creek bed
• Large, grassy area
• Sheltered picnic tables
• BBQs
• Accessible toilets
• Ample parking

Address: Paradise Road, Slacks Creek

You can read our full review of Mabel Park here.

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Raby Bay Boulevard Park playground 

Bring your buckets, spades, diggers and any other favourite sand toys when you visit this Redlands park. Although Raby Bay Boulevard Park is a small playground this location is sure to inspire some creative sand sculptures and imaginative play.

There is play equipment for the older children, who can practice their climbing, swing and leaping, While a dedicated toddler size fort features a small slide, climbing wall and sand play.

A set of swings, stepping logs and sand play is also available, as well as some springer/rocker type equipment. 

Concrete pathways surround the park and are great for wheels including wheelchairs, prams, bikes and scooters. Surrounding the playground there is plenty of greenspace for running games or ball sports. 

Please note this is an unfenced playground and is near a body of water, so extra care and supervision of children should be given at all times. 

Imagination Factor at Raby Bay Boulevard Park

Climb the fort, look out to sea and watch for pirates and unknown ships coming to shore. Or, while up high you will be able to pretend you are seagull looking for fish in the water below. Don’t forget to check the waters for dolphins too!

Accessibility at Raby Bay Boulevard Park

Raby Bay Boulevard Park is an unfenced playground, which is relatively flat with lots of parking. The playground is well covered by a big shade sail providing some shade throughout the day.

There are some concrete pathways running through the park, connecting the carpark to play area and toilets. Toilet facilities are accessible. 

Raby Bay Boulevard Park features 

• Unfenced playground
• Accessible toilets 
• Sand base 
• Large shade sail 
• Swings 
• Rockers 
• Climbing ropes, walls and fort 
• Sand pulley bucket 
• Covered tables and chairs
• BBQ 
• Water fountain 
• Parking with accessible bays 

Other nearby playgrounds you may like to visit include Raby Bay Esplanade Park and Jingeri Park Playground. 

What We Thought of Raby Bay Boulevard Park 

Raby Bay Boulevard Park is a great place to soak up the calming vibe of the water wile watching the kids have a play, swing, slide and climb. While we were there we were lucky enough to see two dolphins swimming past in the bay, so be sure to keep your eyes on the water. 

How to Get to Raby Bay Boulevard Park 

Raby Bay Boulevard Park is located on Raby Bay Boulevard, Cleveland QLD 4163 

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John Walker Place Playground

Yeronga’s riverfront is home to a tranquil park that is a perfect pit stop while out on a morning stroll.

The park features a lovely sand-floored children’s playground best suited to preschool and primary school-aged children. Shade sails cover the fort, which has several climbing options, including a ladder, rope bridge and rock climbing footholds. A bold blue slide is an express path back to the ground.

Under the fort are lots of peek-a-boo windows, a tunnel and an assortment of game and sensory play panels for toddlers to explore while older children can master the games or solve the puzzles.

Surrounding the fort are swings, talking tubes, and a spinning sphere to sit or lie upon as the world whizzes by. There is also an excavator shovel for children to sit on and dig in the sand.

Nearby Family Fun

Bike paths meander along the Brisbane Corso in either direction from the playground. These may be better suited to confident riders as the path is reasonably close to the road in some areas.

Yeronga BMX Jumps is across the road from the playground parking area. It is a place BMX riders enjoy with well-designed tracks and natural shade from surrounding trees. The track offers jumps of varying difficulty levels, allowing all BMX riders to enjoy themselves and work on their skills.

Just a few hundred metres from the playground, the Baladi coffee trailer is open every Tuesday – Sunday from 6 am – 11ish. It is right in front of the Somerville House Water Sports Facility, an easy, flat walk from the playground.

Imagination Factor at John Walker Place

With sand and an excavator, this park can become an archeological dig site. Search for precious artefacts from long ago or hidden treasures buried by the sands of time. Perhaps dinosaur fossils are waiting to be discovered.

Bringing buckets, shovels, trucks, and other sand toys will extend the play opportunities for little Brisbane Kids.

Accessibility at John Walker Place

Concrete pathways lead from the car park to the picnic tables, accessible toilets and the playground at John Walker Place.

The playground is primarily a sand base, which may be difficult for people with mobility issues. There are several game and sensory panels to interact with at ground level.

John Walker Place Features

• Partially fenced playground
• Sand and soft fall play base
• Accessible toilets
• Riverside location
• Play fort
• Slide
• Interactive game and sensory play panels
• Spinning sphere
• Sit-on shovel excavator
• Talking tubes
• Swings (toddler and standard)
• Tunnels
• Peek-a-boo windows
• Fisheye window
• Rope bridge
• Yeronga BMX Jumps (on other side of the road)
• Bikeway and path network (parts of the pathway are close to the road)
• Fitness equipment
• BBQ
• Covered and uncovered picnic tables
• Coffee van nearby (180 metres)

What We Thought of John Walker Place

We thoroughly enjoyed visiting this playground, as any location with sand, shade, and coffee is a winner for us. The sit-on excavator was a big hit with my son and other children at the park during our visit. While the children played, I enjoyed the beautiful river views surrounding me.

How to Get to John Walker Place

John Walker Place is located at 323 Brisbane Corso, Yeronga.

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Pebble Creek Parklands Playground

This colourful playground has been thoughtfully designed to integrate with the surroundings and take advantage of the site’s features. It is a tranquil retreat situated in a beautifully landscaped patch of tall native trees.

The most striking feature of the playground is a multi-level tower with a curved tunnel slide that offers thrilling play opportunities for school-aged children. A series of rope-based obstacles and bridges, a parkour trail of rubber-covered domes, and a flying fox surround the tower.

For toddlers, there are swings, a multi-person spinner, and a bright yellow slide which cascades down a hillside. They can also have some fun as they try to balance on and leap between the rubber domes. The small learn-to-ride circuit is a good size for beginning riders and little ones on scooters.

Pebble Creek Parklands has designed a teen precinct that takes advantage of the park’s open spaces. The precinct includes a multi-use court, table tennis table, sheltered picnic area, oval, terraced lawn area, and dirt BMX track.

Furry family members are not forgotten. Pebble Paws is a very attractive, well-planned, and shady off-leash dog park that is fully fenced. There are two areas, with spaces designated for both large and small dogs.

Pebble Creek Parklands provides unique and exciting play experiences for all ages. The playground’s design is challenging and aesthetically pleasing, making it a perfect place to enjoy being outdoors and playing as a family.

Imagination Factor at Pebble Creek Parklands

The tall tower and the natural setting create the ideal spot for an enormous treehouse adventure and obstacle course. Scale to the top and look out over the area. Gaze at the treetops and marvel at how high up the top platform is from the ground.

Accessibility at Pebble Creek Parklands

Pebble Creek Parklands has flat concrete pathways connecting the car park, accessible toilets, basketball court and picnic shelters.

The bark base may limit wheelchair access to the playground.

Pebble Creek Parkland Features

• Unfenced playground (set back from road)
• Accessible toilets with baby change facilities
• Bark base
• Tall multi-level central tower
• Shade sails over playground equipment
• Swings including tandem, infant and parent swing
• Slides
• Rope nets
• Rope bridges
• Climbing nets
• Flying fox
• Cliff-climber
• Multi-person disc spinner
• Rubber-covered parkour domes
• Learn-to-ride track
• Basketball court
• Table tennis table
• Dirt BMX track
• Oval
• Open spaces
• BBQs
• Sheltered picnic tables
• Shared pathways
• Fenced dog parks for large and small dogs
• Car park and street parking

Another great park to explore in the nearby area is Flagstone Adventure Park or a little further away Billubera Park, a mega park in Yarrabilba. 

What We Thought of Pebble Creek Parklands

This is a very well-designed space; we wish it were our local park! I really love how spacious the park is; it has so much for everyone to enjoy.

As a parent, I can relax on a bench while the kids climb the tower or glide on the flying fox. But we can do so many other great activities at this park, like shooting hoops, playing soccer, or riding bikes and scooters on the paths.

I’d love to bring our dog along as there is a fabulous fenced, off-leash area for dogs to play in.

How to Get to Pebble Creek Parklands

Pebble Creek Parklands is located on Pebble Creek Way, South Maclean.

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Billubera Park Playground

There really is something for everyone at Billubera park playground. The main structure with two towers and a 10 metre long suspended maze bridge is instantly inviting while also blending in harmoniously with the surrounding mature eucalyptus trees. There are multiple access points including a solid stair case and a rope climb, and slides out at different heights. This will allow Brisbane Kids to engage with this structure at their own comfort levels. The bravest kids can be suspended in the enclosed wobbly nets set amongst the tree tops before taking one of the 4.5 metre tunnel slides back down. There’s also a fireman’s pole and open slide from a lower platform for children looking for a quick exit. 

Near the bottom of the slides are spinners, a climbing slope with steep steps and a cargo net and other fun elements built into the soft fall wall. This leads up to a lovely long flying fox. From the main climbing structure, you can see a pentagonal swing frame so that children can swing by themselves or facing towards their siblings or friends. This is also next to a fantastic ninja course complete with solar powered stop watch and a warped wall. Most of the obstacles are made from natural elements which fit in harmoniously with the natural environment and also provide interesting textural features. 

There’s also a lower level to this park that features a climbing fort designed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind. There’s a nest swing, a four way bouncy seesaw and a wheelchair accessible spinning platform with a bar that’s set level with the soft fall base. Down a further level again is a 3 way basketball court. There is also a large grassy field at the bottom on the hill with wide cement paths that wind around, perfect for children to kick a ball or ride their scooters or bikes. 

Billubera park Imagination Factor

This playground is set amongst towering trees and there’s a definitely forest feel here. The main structure is decorated with tree trunk art which adds to the feeling of climbing into the tree tops for an adventure. The ninja course is designed to engage children to challenge themselves to make it further through the obstacles and ultimately get new personal best times, or challenge each other to see who can make it further without slipping or make it through the obstacles fastest. There are information plaques throughout the playground to inform visitors about various native animals which children can then pretend to be.  

There are different balancing elements such as logs and large rocks throughout the playground – some children might like to play ‘the floor is lava’ and see how far they can travel without touching the ground.  

Accessibility at Billubera Park

There are lovely, wide cement paths throughout Billubera Park, and the nest swing and spinner have been located on a soft fall level next to the cement paths with accessibility in mind. There are bark chips below much the equipment. 

While it’s located on a relatively quiet suburban street, it’s important to note that this playground is unfenced. Due to the trees, the size of the playground, and its design to fit on several levels on a slope, it may be difficult to keep a line of sight on multiple children.  

There is a toilet block here with an accessible toilet, including baby change facilities. 

Billubera Park features

• Unfenced playground
• Multiple climbing elements
• Some shade sails and shady trees
• Bark chip and soft fall base
• 10 metre high suspended bridge structure
• Two large tunnel slides
• Toddler play fort with slides
• Multiple swings
• Large flying fox
• Three way basketball court
• Natural element ninja course
• Lots of natural elements to engage with and climb on
• Interesting carvings and animal facts
• Large grassy field
• Flat scooter or bike paths
• Barbecues
• Sheltered tables
• Toilet facilities
• Designated parking spots on the side of the street

What we thought of Billubera Park

We loved the multiple ways to access the suspended bridge. Sometimes, our kids can feel scared to climb up ropes, but they still want to enjoy the big slides, so the solid stair and platform climb option is an excellent inclusion here! 

The ninja course is fantastic, and we haven’t seen anything else quite like it. Having a separate area with equipment designed for little adventurers is a great idea. However, due to its size and the stepped design to fit the hillside location, it might be tricky keeping track of multiple children in this playground. 

There’s heaps of shade here over much of the playground from the trees and from shade covers and sails, but the ninja course is mostly in the open and the basketball courts are in full sun for much of the day. 

We love the inclusion of natural elements here and we think toilet blocks and barbecues are a must! It was also great to see public power points at some of the shelters. 

How to get to Billubera Park

Billubera park is located on Grampians Circuit, near South Rock State School, in Yarrabilba. For other excellent Yarrabilba playgrounds, check out Darlington Parklands or Buxton Park. 

Brosnan Drive Park Playground 

Brosnan Drive Park is a playground with the usual structures to swing, climb and slide on but is also a space which incorporates fun sensory elements and opportunities for unstructured nature play. 

Throughout the park there are multiple textured surfaces to explore: bumpy river-stones embedded in concrete (which is actually a reflexology path), artificial grass, textured timber steps, soft sand and fallen organic material on the ground (leaves, branches, bark).

Large sandstone blocks are perfect for climbing, balancing and hopping along or perhaps even sitting on to take a moment and appreciate your surroundings. A vertical leaf sculpture is also available for children who love to climb. 

Bring your sand toys, trucks and garden fairies as the soft sand and organic material is great for building and creating. 

For older Brisbane Kids who like a ball game, there is a basketball half-court and lots of open green space to kick a ball or throw a frisbee. 

There is a covered picnic hut, table/chairs and BBQ if you are planning to stay a bit longer, but don’t forget – there are NO TOILETS. 

Imagination Factor at Brosnan Drive Park 

Brosnan Drive Park is a fabulous place to explore creativity, nature and sensory play. Fill a bucket with water from the water station, collect leaves, pods, twigs and rocks to make nature inspired art. Maybe make some mud pies and set up a cafe on the sandstone blocks. 

Extend your child’s play by bringing along a few items from home like a magnifying glass, binoculars, a camera or even a book. 

Accessibility at Brosnan Drive Park

Brosnan Drive Park is a relatively flat space after the initial slight decline, with some concrete paths, a fenced dog park nearby and street parking. 

Trees provide natural shade and there is a bench seat, plenty of sandstone blocks to sit on and a picnic hut with a table and BBQ. 

Unfortunately though this is an unfenced playground with no toilet facilities, making long periods of play here difficult. 

Brosnan Drive Park Features 

• Sensory and nature play area 
• NO Toilets
• Natural shade from established trees 
• Base – sand, grass, concrete paths 
• Fort with a slide, ladders, climbing nets and tunnels 
• Swings 
• Seesaw 
• Sheltered picnic table and BBQ 
• Water fountain 
• Walking path 
• Basketball half-court 
• Open green space 
• Nearby dog park 
• Street parking 

Another nearby playground worth exploring is Capalaba Regional Park or maybe check out the animals Capalaba Produce. 

What We Thought of Brosnan Drive Park 

Brosnan Drive Park was a lovely quiet space to spend time in, surrounded by nature. It was also an ideal place for unstructured discovery play. My toddler especially loved climbing up the ladder, crawling through the tunnel and zooming down the slide. 

How to Get to Brosnan Drive Park 

Brosnan Drive Park is located at Brosnan Drive, Capalaba QLD 4157 

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Featuring two seperate playgrounds, a basketball half-court, exercise equipment, lots of open green space plus BBQs, tables and seating, this Park has a little of bit of everything for everyone. 

WH Yeo Park 

WH Yeo Park in Victoria Point is a huge space with plenty of shade, ideal for hours of family fun. 

The fully fenced playground is protected by large shade cloths and has a soft sand base. The zoo-themed play equipment is best suited for smaller kids with rockers, steps, platforms, slides and nets to keep busy children happy. 

The unfenced playground has lots of different equipment for children of a variety of ages. The playground features balancing equipment, a flying fox, swings, slides and climbing structures on a soft sand base. It is covered by shade structures and established trees, so is a nice option in the warmer weather. 

For older Brisbane Kids, there is a basketball half-court and plenty of open spaces to run and kick a ball in. 

Shelters with picturesque outlooks, BBQs and toilet facilities make this a great spot for a day-long outing or picnic, as does the close proximity to shops. 

The sandy Thompson’s Beach is semi sheltered, and waters are generally calm – perfect for fishing with kids or a paddle. Bring a towel, swimmers and change of clothes and ample sun protection. 

Imagination Factor at WH Yeo Park 

The fenced playground, showcasing a zoo theme is ideal for little explorers to roar loudly and bounce around, while the older kids will enjoy the unfenced playground, trying their skills on the balancing equipment and flying fox. You can even test your skills walking the tightrope and flying on the trapeze.

Small clusters of trees will entice children to walk through the forest, looking for wildlife and insects as they go. 

For the beach lovers, digging in the sand on the seashore, looking for shells and making sandcastles is a fun way to spend some time while in the area. 

Accessibility at WH Yeo Park

The play areas of WH Yeo Park are sheltered, with large trees and shade cloth, but much of the greater space is exposed to the elements. 

BBQs, shelters and bench seats are scattered throughout the park perfect for picnics. There is also plenty of shady and grassy places to relax in and soak up the seaside vibe. 

Accessible toilets are located near the fenced playground. The bike and walking paths along the esplanade are very wheelchair and pram friendly. 

WH Yeo Park is ideal for a day out and a great choice for a party in the park. 

The small carpark is located at the northern end of the park, off Thompson Street, and street parking is available along Eagle Street. 

WH Yeo Park Features

• Two playgrounds
  • Fenced, shaded playground (best suited to younger kids) 
  • Unfenced, shaded playground 
• Accessible toilet facilities 
• Sand base 
• Play equipment for a variety of ages 
• Slides 
• Swings 
• Balancing play equipment 
• Climbing structures 
• Basketball half-court 
• Outdoor fitness equipment 
• Grassy spaces 
• Family-friendly beach 
• Bike and walking paths 
• Picnic tables and shelters 
• BBQs 
• Bench seating 
• Small carpark with accessible bays 
• Street parking 

Another great playground nearby is Thornlands Community Park and Mount Cotton Village Community Park.

What We Thought of WH Yeo Park

Our family enjoyed a variety of activities at his spacious park by the water. Parking near the fenced playground, we spent time playing there before discovering the other playground (unfenced).

We enjoyed sitting under a shady tree for morning tea and watching the boats. We especially loved the relaxing walk along the esplanade gathering treasures along the way. 

How to Get to WH Yeo Park

WH Yeo Park is located on Eagle Street at Thompson’s Beach in Victoria Point.

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South Brisbane Playgrounds With Sand Diggers

Boronia Heights – Middle Park Playground

There is a lot to like about Middle Park Playground! A great selection of elements here of varying size and difficulty will keep Brisbane Kids of all ages challenged and entertained. Younger kids will enjoy the rockers, see-saw, and climbing fort with stairs and a smaller slide. A highlight for many children will be the digger, which makes the most of the sand base in the middle of the fenced play area. 

Read our full Middle Park Playground review.

Browns Plains – Forestglen Park

With two distinct playground spaces in Forestglen Park, the original playground is set on sand under shady trees and features two separate play structures with slides, swings and rockers. In the middle of the sand here is a digger – it would be easy for Brisbane Kids to imagine they’re in the middle of a construction site here!

Read our full Forestglen Park review.

Camp Hill – Whites Hill Reserve Playground

The fully fenced ‘exploration’ playground at Whites Hill Reserve is enormous, with a great layout that includes a wide variety of play equipment suitable for kids of all ages and abilities. Little explorers will enjoy digging in the sand on the stationary diggers, playing with the spouts and troughs in the water play area, or bouncing on the rockers.

Read our full Whites Hill Reserve review.

Crestmead – Crestmead Park

Crestmead Park, with playgrounds and a skatepark, is a fantastic community park set on a large parcel of green space dotted with groves of mature trees and a range of play opportunities – it will keep your Brisbane Kids entertained for hours. Situated alongside the climbing structure is a toddler and normal swing, a sit-on digger, and some rubberized mounds. Ensure you pack the buckets and spades as there is plenty of sand!

Read our full Crestmead Park review.

Dutton Park – Harmony Gardens

The playground area at Harmony Gardens is called the Butterfly Magic Playspace and was created by the council in conjunction with local kids, parents and neighbours. One of the best parts of the playground is a big sandpit complete with diggers, on which budding construction workers can sit and manipulate handles to pick up and move buckets of sand. The sandpit also includes a big fort armed with buckets on chains, which your Brisbane kid can use to haul up sand, then dump it back down into the sandpit via special mini slides. 

Read our full Harmony Gardens review.

Hawthorne – Hawthorne Park

Hawthorne Park playground, also known as Livvi’s Place Brisbane, is a lovely central park with a playground that is fully fenced and accessed only by a gate. On top of this, the playground is sheltered by shade sails, which gives it two big ticks in our review. The play equipment is suited to a variety of ages and abilities, with a large sandpit with digger, climbing nets, a group swing and a scary slide (recommended for older Brisbane Kids!).

Read our full Hawthorne Park review.

Marsden – JJ Smith Memorial Park

With two separate play areas, lots of grass, a river view and toilets, JJ Smith Park is a great spot for playing and picnicking with Brisbane Kids. The sand base is perfect for the sit-on digger or bring your own spades and buckets for some sandy fun. Playgrounds, a giant lizard sculpture, a basketball half-court, and wetlands viewing deck provide plenty of entertainment for visiting families. 

Read our full review of JJ Smith Memorial Park. 

Priestdale – Underwood Park (AKA Funderwood Hollow)

There are several play spaces throughout the Underwood Park, including a unique Spielart adventure playground and a second large playground that is protected by colourful shade sails. As well as the sand digger in the second playground, the park includes a nature play section with a water pump, tree stump styled sculptures for climbing and hiding, and wooden stumps, beams and chain obstacles.  

Read our full Underwood Park review.

Springwood – Springwood Park

Springwood Park‘s playground is large, bright and colourful featuring two play forts within the same sand play-based playground. Designed for younger children, the colourful play forts feature climbing nets, tunnels, slides, fireman poles, stairs, and ladders to climb onto the playgrounds. Springwood Park playground features a popular sand digger and if you have very young children, it wouldn’t be remiss to include some buckets and spades in what you bring to extend sand play even further. 

Read our full Springwood Park review.

Stones Corner – Hanlon Park

Everything about Hanlon Park screams nature play playground. With more than 460 new trees and 43,000 new shrubs and ground cover plants recently added, kids will find plenty to explore and discover within this natural inner-city oasis. From the large, grassed expanses found throughout the park to the sandpit diggers, wooden beam climbing stack, water play pump and pebbled river canal in the adventure playground, the park offers plenty of recreational fun for Brisbane kids and families.

Read our full Hanlon Park review.

Thornlands – Thornlands Community Park

Thornlands Community Park is like a mini fenced-in adventure land.  With a huge netted climbing structure, giant slides, quaint little cubby, water play, dinosaur dig and nature play area is just a few of its highlights – it is not hard to see why this park in Thornlands is such a huge hit for Brisbane families. Alongside the ‘dinosaur dig’ is a large sandpit rimmed with stone and wood stepping stones that houses sand diggers for more excavation opportunities. 

Read our full Thornlands Community Park review.

North Brisbane Playgrounds with Sand Diggers

Arana Hills – Hills District All Abilities Playground

Like a rainbow under the trees, The Hills District All-Abilities Playground is as inclusive as it is engaging for Brisbane Kids of all ages with a wonderfully accessible playground. Also referred to as Leslie Patrick Park, it is a fully fenced playground with several play areas. The sandpit space includes two diggers and plenty of room for building enthusiasts to create castles, moats and tracks for cars and trucks. 

Read our full Hills District All Abilities Playground review.

Brisbane CBD – Brisbane City Botanic Gardens Playground

Even though located within the bustling city, the large trees within the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens block out the city noise and leave everyone feeling tranquillity in this playground, which is great for all ages. There are many sensory activities, such as spinning hand objects, clear shapes to look through, and a sand play area with little diggers to sit and dig in the sand.

Read our full Brisbane City Botanic Gardens review.

Burpengary – CREEC All Abilities Playground

Everyone is catered for at CREEC All Abilities Playground; two-storey towers for the adventurous, boisterous climbers, and a specifically designed space for kids who prefer the quieter, introverted type of play with a variety of tactile stimuli. The smaller of the two fenced playgrounds feature a digger on a bark base.

Read our full CREEC Playground review.

Chermside West – John Goss Reserve

This unique playground and reserve are like a toddler and bigger kids’ play space paradise. Set over a large area, John Goss Reserve has different play equipment suited to Brisbane Kids across various age groups. Games of noughts and crosses are extra fun on the super-sized playing board and the sand digger is an obvious imagination play scaffold. 

Read our full John Goss Reserve review.

Mango Hill – Capestone Park

Set in a residential area, Capestone Park is like a tropical oasis, with play equipment to suit all ages. With tropical landscaping, an abundance of sand, and a water play area, it will keep busy Brisbane kids entertained. Shade sails cover some of the play equipment, which includes a basket swing, a netted spinner, a sand digger and a wall with a target on it. 

Read our full Capestone Park review.

Petrie – Sweeney Reserve

Sweeney Reserve is an expansive place to explore providing recreational opportunities for play, exercise and river access within the lush parklands of Petrie. While the partially fenced playground is not huge it features an embankment slide, spinners, nest swing and a big sandpit with a metal digger. Be sure to go for a walk around the Reserve and look up – can you spot the flying foxes (bats) and maybe even a koala?

Read our full review of Sweeney Reserve here. 

Ipswich Playgrounds with Sand Diggers

One Mile – Leichhardt Park

Leichhardt Park offers a fully fenced playground with a charming food design that’ll delight toddlers and offers plenty of space for little imaginations to run wild. Featuring two play areas, this park offers sand play (with a mini digger), fruit and veg themed imaginary play, a 30m flying fox, swings and plenty of climbing options. There are toilets too, which is always important on a day out at the park. 

Read our full review of Leichhardt Park. 

Ripley – Brooking Parklands

Brooking Park in Ripley is a climber’s paradise, with multiple options for exercising those arms in legs in a range of adventure play equipment that will make the bigger kids happy. The most exciting feature is the large climbing frame in the park’s centre, with various nets and platforms to keep them on the move. There are swings, a see-saw, and sand diggers for the younger playground adventurers.

Read our full Brooking Parklands review.

Map of Playgrounds with Sand Diggers

To help you find a playground with sand diggers we have provided this handy, interactive map to assist you. Have fun digging!

For more playground inspiration, check out our guide Best Ninja Warrior Playgrounds or our guide for other transport attractions in Brisbane.

JJ Smith Park 

Adjacent to the Logan Motorway,  JJ Smith Park is an open waterfront park offering two distinct playgrounds for different age groups, located about 200m apart. Shade sails cover both play areas, ensuring children are protected from the sun while playing.

The first playground is situated close to the small car park. With a seaside theme, it is well suited to toddlers and younger children. There are two infant swings, two rockers, and a mighty lizard basking in the sun amongst the sand. The compact climbing fort features a bright red, fun, twisty slide.

The second playground is ideal for those who enjoy climbing, as there are numerous obstacles to ascend and dangle from. The larger fort is even named The Summit! Before reaching the top platform, one can navigate hanging rings, wobbly hose-covered-chain obstacles, ladders, and a chain net.

A flying fox, a sit-on digging excavator, and a spinning rope pyramid are at the centre of this play area. Alongside this is another play fort with steps, a bridge and a slide. There is a cafe and shop window for imaginative play on the ground level.

The park has a basketball half-court for older Brisbane Kids and teens. Circling the park is a flat concrete bike path. The wetlands area and viewing deck provide many bird-watching opportunities and wildlife spotting.

There are several sheltered picnic tables in JJ Smith Park, but if you prefer something more laid back, try one of the sun lounges. Wood-fuelled barbeques will heat up your picnic lunch when the children get hungry.

Imagination Factor at JJ Smith Park

Your Brisbane Kid’s inner crocodile hunter can shine as they creep along the edge of the wetlands searching for wildlife. The nautical and mountain-themed play equipment will turn even your littlest ones into explorers.

Accessibility at JJ Smith Park

Accessible toilet facilities are provided at JJ Smith Park. There are some great flat concrete paths around the outside of the park, so navigating with a wheelchair would be possible.

The playground is unfenced, and the water is not too far away, so it’s best to keep a close eye on adventurous Brisbane Kids near the wetlands.

JJ Smith Park Features

• Unfenced playgrounds
• Accessible toilets
• Shade sails
• Two play areas for different ages
• Swings, including infant swings
• Chime bars
• Slides
• Giant lizard
• Rockers
• Lots of climbing options
• Hanging rings
• Spinning rope net pyramid
• Excavator
• Flying fox
• Cafe/shop windows
• Sand play base
• Basketball half-court
• Sheltered picnic tables
• Sun lounges
• Wood-fuelled BBQs
• Ducks and other wildlife
• Wetlands viewing platform
• Bike path nearby
• Car park and street parking

Another awesome Brisbane Playground nearby is Calamvale District Park.

What We Thought of JJ Smith Park

We thought this bright and colourful park was a nice spot for the family to visit to burn off some energy. My little Brisbane Kid took an instant liking to the sit-on excavator. The spinning rope net pyramid also brought on squeals of delight.

How to Get to JJ Smith Park

JJ Smith Memorial Park is located on the corner of Princess & Narianne Streets in Marsden.

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Coorparoo Skatepark

Coorparoo skatepark is a popular destination for skateboarders and scooter riders. It boasts a variety of challenging street-style obstacles suitable for riders of all levels, and the surfaces are decorated with eye-catching graffiti artwork.

The park contains various elements, such as banks, rails, blocks, and ledges. Additionally, there is a small steel mini-ramp and a funbox. The concrete surface of the park is smooth and well-maintained, providing a great surface for tricks and stunts.

The smooth ride of the 20-foot metal half-pipe is perfect for skateboarders who want to showcase their skills and creativity. With two distinct heights, this iconic structure provides ample opportunities for riders to impress.

The Common Park

Adjacent to the skatepark is a scooter track/pump track. This course circles the nature play area and consists of smooth flats and various challenges including banked turns and rollers. With options to avoid the obstacles, it is suitable for younger Brisbane Kids as well as more skilled riders.

The playground area is best suited to toddlers and primary school-aged children. The connected forts include a slide, swings, a small flying fox and a ground-level café window. Plenty of spring riders and dizzy sticks will entertain children who love to bounce and spin.

A nature play area lies between some trees and is surrounded by the scooter track. Logs and stepping stones provide a fun way to traverse the space while working on balance. There are pebbles, sticks and leaves to get creative with within this environment.

Aside from the tranquil atmosphere, this park is also a hub for recreational activities. It boasts a basketball half-court, a well-equipped gym for fitness enthusiasts, and shared pathways that are perfect for bike riding. Enjoy the open grassy spaces perfect for throwing a frisbee or playing ball games with friends for a more laid-back activity.

Imagination Factor at Coorparoo Skatepark and The Common Park

When they hit the park, young shredders can try to replicate Shane O’Neill’s flick and flow. A fairy garden of leaves and pebbles could be built in the nature play area. Little pirates can pretend to set sail on the Creek Dreamer, and track stars can sprint across the field like Torrie Lewis.

Accessibility at Coorparoo Skatepark and The Common Park

Accessible toilets and wide, shared pathways are found at this location. Some areas of the scooter track and skatepark may be suitable for people using a wheelchair or adaptive skating, depending on skill level and equipment in use.  

Coorparoo Skatepark and The Common Park Features

• Unfenced playground
• Accessible toilets
• Bark play base
• Shade sails over the playground
• Spring riders
• Play fort
• Small hanging flying fox
• Slide
• Dizzy sticks
• Swings
• Nature play area
• Scooter/pump track
• Street-style skate park
  • Banks
  • Rails
  • Blocks
  • Ledges
  • Small steel mini ramp
  • Funbox
  • Wide half-pipe
• Park gym
• Basketball half-court
• Grassy field
• Shared pathways
• Covered and uncovered picnic tables
• Small car park

If you are looking for a wonderful nature-themed adventure playground nearby be sure to visit Hanlon Park, Stones Corner.

What We Thought of Coorparoo Skatepark and The Common Park

We thought this park was a real treasure. We loved the mix of play and sporting options available in the one location.

The scooter track was a big hit with my four-year-old as it was a great mix of smooth flats and challenging obstacles he could choose to engage with or ride around.

I had no trouble finding parking on my visit but, due to its location I imagine parking could be difficult during busy times.

How to get to Coorparoo Skatepark and The Common Park

Coorparoo Skatepark can be found at Cambridge Street, Coorparoo.

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