Things to do in Queensland, Australia: The Best Playgrounds

November 29, 2021 Roger Rusk

Queensland (abbreviated as Qld) is the second-largest and third-most-populous state in the Commonwealth of Australia. Situated in the north-east of the country, it is bordered by the Northern Territory, South Australia and New South Wales to the west, south-west and south respectively. To the east, Queensland is bordered by the Coral Sea and Pacific Ocean. The state is the world's sixth largest sub-national entity, with an area of 1,852,642 km.
Restaurants in Queensland

1. Yowie Park

Hope Street, Kilcoy, Queensland 4515 Australia +61 7 5422 0440 [email protected] https://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/somerset/things-to-do/nature-and-wildlife/natural-attractions/yowie-park?sc_lang=en-au
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Yowie Park

Reviewed By WorldTravla7 - Cairns, Australia

The park is named in honour of an aboriginal Australian folklore being called a Yowie reputed to have roamed the hills of Kilcoy. The yowie is certainly memorable and the yowie statue in the park sticks in my mind from a school excursion out to Somerset Dam back in 1989. It was great to come back and see it 30 years later and take a relaxing walk through the lush green park, and around the lake filled with lillipads & water birds and read the interpretive signage re the history of the area. There is a craft store and historical museum adjacent to the park as well which looked interesting but was closed when I visited.

2. Muddy's Playground

The Esplanade, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia +61 7 4044 3715 [email protected] http://www.cairns.qld.gov.au/esplanade/facilities/playgrounds/muddys
Excellent
75%
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21%
Satisfactory
4%
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4.5 based on 1,419 reviews

Muddy's Playground

Muddy's playground is open every day of the year between 9am and 7pm (including public holidays and weekends). Sections of Muddy's are closed for maintenance on Tuesday and Thursday mornings until noon. Even when maintenance works are being carried out, Council aims to have at least half the playground available for use. Muddy's is a modern, fun, safe, splash playground and parkland. It incorporates active, passive, interactive and educational facilities with a combination of play equipment. Muddy's playground is themed "Life in Trinity Bay" and the playground includes water play areas plus a flying fox, sound chimes, track ride, rope bridge, slides, play houses, story telling areas, see-saw, trick track and puzzle games. Please note that the disabled-use Liberty Swing uses the MLAK national keying system. For access please ask at Muddy's cafe. Muddy's has two toilet facilities one at the north end of Muddy's near the cafe and one at the southern end of Muddy's. Muddy's has barbecues, picnic tables and an on-site cafe.

Reviewed By KittyO25

This place is just fantastic. Well maintained and just great for kids of all ages. Would most definitely recommend to all families

3. Figtree Playground

Corner of Wharf St and Abbott St, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia
Excellent
52%
Good
38%
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8%
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4.5 based on 91 reviews

Figtree Playground

Reviewed By Siegfried2K - Indianapolis, United States

The Figtree Playground is right downtown Cairns. An entire play area has been built in and around this giant tree with many aerial roots (see my picture and others). This is a delightful playground that is perfect for children ages 4-14. Visiting the playground could be a good filler between other activities, or a place to spend some energy when the children need to run. The playground is surrounded by lawn on one side, and a pier with coffee shops and such on the other side. There are no tickets, no staff, no reservations. Just show up and have fun.

4. Goomboora Park Adventure Playground

Shales Street, Cairns, Queensland 4870 Australia
Excellent
56%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
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5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 41 reviews

Goomboora Park Adventure Playground

5. East Shores Water Park

Flinders Parade, Gladstone, Queensland 4680 Australia http://www.gpcl.com.au/Community/OurParklands.aspx
Excellent
66%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
2%
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4.5 based on 183 reviews

East Shores Water Park

Reviewed By KiddHouse - Brisbane, Australia

Great place to take the kids on a hot afternoon. TOILETS Big clean toilets and change areas. SEATING Ample mix of flat platform / picnic style or traditional seating in shade and Sun. WATER PLAY PARK Awesome water sprays and play area for the kids. BBQ A number of BBQ areas to use with undercover seating. GARDENS & PATHWAYS Clear, nice paths in sun and shade. OVERALL Great for tourists abd families

6. Quinn Park

25 Bells Reach Dr, Caloundra, Queensland 4551 Australia
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Quinn Park

7. Pacific Pines Central Park

149 Pacific Pines Bvd, Pacific Pines, Gold Coast, Queensland 4211 Australia
Excellent
43%
Good
57%
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Pacific Pines Central Park

8. Point Dayman Park

Dayman Street, Urangan, Hervey Bay, Queensland 4655 Australia http://4-hervey-bay.com/things-to-do-in-hervey-bay/dayman-park/
Excellent
50%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
2%
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4.5 based on 60 reviews

Point Dayman Park

Reviewed By lwarner62 - North Lakes, Australia

Beautiful park which has lovely green lawns, kids playground, BBQ’s, tables, seating, toilets and wonderful views. A hidden gem. Could be missed when driving past. Worth a visit. Reef world and the Waterfront Restaurant are located here however we didn’t go there as we had our dog with us.

9. Kurrawa Pratten Park

Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach, Gold Coast, Queensland Australia +61 7 5581 6984 [email protected] http://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/council/kurrawa-pratten-parklands-broadbeach-2345.html
Excellent
65%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
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Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 167 reviews

Kurrawa Pratten Park

The City of Gold Coast and Disability Services Queensland joined forces to create the Gold Coast's first 'All Abilities Playground' at Kurrawa Pratten Park, Broadbeach. The park has proven extremely popular, providing an innovative, unique and entertaining play space for kids of all ages and abilities! The All Abilities Playground is one of our newest play spaces, featuring an accessible submarine, a mermaid, diver and fish, simulating the ocean environment. The kids will have a ball in this sea-themed playground, designed to cater to all ages and ability levels.

Reviewed By 218CherylM - Sydney, Australia

This well maintained park is well used as it is beautifully maintained and spacious. So many families use it for picnics, walks, ball games and it also has a great playground for young to mid age lids. We took the grandkids with their skipping ropes and frisbees and they had a fabulous time. The adjoining Kurrawa Surf Club is available for snacks and coffee.

10. Pine Rivers Park

Gympie Road, Strathpine, Queensland 4500 Australia 32050555 http://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/general.aspx
Excellent
58%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
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Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 31 reviews

Pine Rivers Park

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