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A bit about Mount Remarkable National Park A 4 hour drive from Adelaide, Mount Remarkable National Park is an ideal place to take the family.There’s lots of diverse wildlife and campgrounds with good facilities. The park is a popular destination for bush walking, with trails for all ages and abilities and camping too! The mild temperatures from April to October are the most comfortable for walking. It’s also the best time of year to see...
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Find it at: Port Lincoln This park is not in the local Adelaide neighbourhood but if you’re nearby in the area it’s worth the trip, actually even if you’re not in the area and need a trip away then put Lincoln National Park on your bucket list ! Lincoln National Park is the place to be for the start of summer because this park is all things Summer! The weather is warm, and usually dry and therefore great for camping and ideal...
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Find it at: Garden Island, SA Nature Play SA and National Parks SA have joined together to provide a range of fun & free events to be held at various National Parks around South Australia. Each month will feature a new park to discover, and the Park of the Month for November is Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary and International Bird Sanctuary National Park. So tell me more…. The Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary is one of the delights you would...
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Flinders Chase National Park is located 110km west of Kingscote, on Kangaroo Island. Follow the Playford and West End Highways or the South Coast Road. You will find an array of experiences to enjoy with the family, including lookouts, bushwalks, camping, wildlife spotting and whale watching. Five amazing experiences at this park: 1. On a clear night find somewhere around your campsite to watch the night sky for shooting stars and spot...
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Murray River National Park is divided into three separate areas: Katarapko (Winkie), Lyrup Flats (Lyrup) and Bulyong Island (Renmark). Katarapko is also divided into three sections Lock 4 section, Eckert’s Creek section and Katarapko Creek section (not far from Berri). Each section has a separate entrance so you’ll need to make sure you know which section you want to visit before you enter. Katarapko Creek flows through the park and is a great...
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Robe is about to get a fantastic new playground and this will be a fabulous addition to the beloved tourist town in the South East. This innovative design features a range of exciting elements, including nature play, a basketball half-court, a cubby house, and engaging rope activity nets, all aimed at fostering creativity and active play. Construction is set to begin in February 2025, and we cannot wait to watch it come together. Find more...
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Find it at: Mundy Street, Robe Located at the end of the Mundy St in Robe and located right on the foreshore surrounded by grass this playground has a magical view. Robe is a magical place and this fully fenced playground aimed at the under 8s is the ideal spot to let the kids run around whilst you soak in the epic views. Featuring a small climbing tower and slide, plus swings, check this one out on your next weekend away down the South...
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Find it at: Minda Farm Reserve. Between Symon Crescent and Gartrell Boulevard Craigburn Farm Oak Tree Adventure Playground at Blackwood Park is part of a larger X-Terrain Park that includes an incredible running/walking/riding trail, creek, lake and the epic Blackwood Treetop Playground There are fitness circuits and exercise stations around the trail, but it’s nice just to relax in the beautiful landscape too! My kids were very excited...
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Find it at: Woodside Road, Nairne Byethorne Park is a beautiful Adelaide Hills playground located on Woodside Road in Nairne AND it’s had a great little upgrade in 2021 that includes a nature play area and a beautiful great big grassy kick around area. The nature play elements blend beautifully with the existing equipment that includes a climbing spiders web, flying fox, drums, bouncers and lots of interesting play equipment for the kids...
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Find it at: Lucia Place, Mawson Lakes This quaint little play area was a little tricky to find but we are certainly glad we did. With 4 kids in tow ranging from 2 , 3 , 5 and 8 years old this playground was great for all these ages. The 8 year old loved the small flying fox along with all the challenging climbing pieces that featured several varieties of monkey bars with each frame requiring different skills set. He also loved the grassed area...
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Find it at: Blackburn Rd, Hillbank If you like your parks to have a little bit of everything, Jo Gapper Activity Park in Hillbank is definitely worth a look! There’s even a designated area for your fur baby! There’s a playground, basketball court, tennis court, footy field, walking trail and lookout AND a dog park! Unfortunately the playground itself isn’t shaded, but there are two shaded picnic/BBQ areas right next to it so...
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Find it at: Coke St, Norwood Looking for some green space and a playground in Norwood to take a break and entertain the little ones? James Coke Park is a great destination. Tucked behind Norwood Mall with easy parking, it’s safe, shady and fun for all. James Coke Park Playground is a simply gorgeous green space guaranteed to please the whole family. The park is a safe, fully fenced and shaded space tucked in behind Norwood Mall – the perfect...
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Find it at: Seaside Blvd, Moana Located in the ‘Seaside at Moana’ estate, this fabulous playground is so good, the locals wanted to keep it their little secret! You can absolutely see why with the pics below. It is lacking a bit of shade, but that is to be expected in a new development and will no doubt improve as the freshly planted trees start to grow. We did also notice a lack of toilets which is hopefully something that can be...
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If you have a 2 to 5 year old who loves footy, or just being active, then do we have something for you! AFL Max is a world class facility out at the airport, we all know that. But our now 4yo has for the past few years been spending Sunday mornings at a 45 minute structured fundamental movement skill sessions….Mini Max! Yes footy played a key theme but it is just a small part in what will become a standard part of our weeks moving...
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Find it at: Morialta Conservation Park, Woodforde The eagle has landed at Morialta Playground… in a 7 metre tall nest – and your kids can climb it! Yep, the Morialta Conservation Park playground is AWESOME! Best suited to kids aged 5-15years, it is great to see a play area perfect for older families. With over 100 car parks and walking trails to guide you, it makes a visit to the park even easier to navigate for families. The...
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Get ready to flip your perspective, Adelaide. The House Down Under has landed at Churchill Centre in Kilburn and we have just been to visit. It’s about to turn your world (and your photos) upside down – literally! Just in time for the July school holidays, this topsy-turvy experience is perfect for kids, teens, parents and anyone with a camera roll begging for something a little different. Step inside a fully inverted house, where...
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Find it at: Rymill Park / Murlawirrapurka (Park 14) Disability advocate, writer and actor Quentin Kenihan has been memorialised with an inclusive playground in Adelaide’s Rymill Park. The $1m play space includes sensory elements, waterplay and features that encourage shared play and is designed with children and parents with wheelchairs in mind. This fully fenced playground is thoughtfully designed and a place where children of all...
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Looking for fully fenced playgrounds in Adelaide? Whether you’re chasing peace of mind with a busy toddler or want a safe space for kids to run free, we’ve rounded up the best fully fenced playgrounds in Adelaide and surrounding areas. From small local parks to large destination playgrounds, these spots offer secure, fun, and family-friendly experiences across South Australia. We have them all below, but here is our Top 10 Fully Fenced...
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Find it at: Phillip Avenue, Leabrook This quaint little neighbourhood playground is nestled in the quiet suburb of Leabrook and the was upgraded in 2024. Fully fenced and whilst there is no shade provided, the playground is situated under some beautiful big old gum trees that do provide some protection from the sun. There are also a few smaller trees around the edge off the grassed area that provide small amounts of shade for those wanting a...
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Find it at: Yorktown Road, Elizabeth The Fremont Park upgrade was completed in 2020 and the verdict? AWESOME! There is so much to do. Like so so much. The list is almost endless but lets just say that there will be equipment to satisfy literally everyone of all ages and abilities. There are plenty of BBQs, toilets (THANK YOU!), drinking fountains, heaps of parking, seating for adults and they have even added a basketball court too! Local school...
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Tada Kids Café is now open in Kilburn! Designed with young families in mind, this indoor play café is the perfect mix of fun and function. Whether you’ve got a crawling bub, a busy toddler or a preschooler with energy to burn, Tada has something for everyone. Think clean, modern play zones packed with activities that keep kids entertained while you enjoy a coffee (hot, for once!) or a bite to eat from their tasty menu. The play areas are fully...
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Find it at: Warland Reserve, Victor Harbor The redeveloped GT Fisher Playground in Victor Harbor opened in July 2019 and is located where the old train playground was, right near the horse trams, this nature playground will have the kids smiling all around. What an amazing interactive, quirky playspace the people of Victor Harbor have delivered. Based around the local community feedback and ideas the design and theme of this nature playground...
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Find it at: Leicester St, Parkside As of May 2025 this little fully fenced playground in Parkside features a great little toddler sized playground complete with train as well as a set of swings and plenty of open grass area for a run around or picnic. New Playground coming 2026 The play space is scheduled for an upgrade as part of Unley Council’s program to revitalise our community open spaces. The proposed upgrade includes improved...
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Pro Karts Pooraka offers an exhilarating outdoor go-karting experience suitable for all ages and skill levels. As Adelaide’s largest fully outdoor hire kart track, it provides a safe and exciting environment for everyone, from young children to seasoned racers. Children as young as 5 can ride as passengers in dual karts with an adult driver, while kids aged 9 and above (meeting the 140cm height requirement) can take control of their own karts....
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Find it at: Robe Street, Robe Besides the fact that this playground has lots to do for the kids, after an upgrade in 2025 the a BIGGEST BONUS of this Robe playground is that it’s situated right behind Mahalia coffee factory coffee shop. Come for breakfast, lunch or just a coffee and you can sit outside on the deck whilst the kids sneak through the gate and enjoy this play space. Whilst not the most attractive play space we have seen the...
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Need a pub for a family meal or celebration? This place will leave adults and kids raving about the experience. Newly renovated Christies Beach Hotel is an absolute find for all ages! Super stylish and a whole lot of fun, with a huge undercover outdoor area, families can enjoy the fresh air in comfort, no matter the weather. The spacious area is perfect for parents to relax while kids can have room to move around, making it a great spot for all...
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Find it at: Magpie Drive, Murray Bridge This 2024 built playground up at Murray Bridge is a suburban level playground aimed at the under 10s. The revamped playground features a range of exciting new equipment, including: A dish swing, single swing, face-to-face swing and an adult face to face swing Rocker Trampoline A flying fox Tower combination unit with slides, bride, nets and fireman’s pole Fitness equipment Thanks to the City of Murray...
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Find it at: Everard Avenue, Keswick This fab little playground had several upgrades through 2024 and 2025. This place is a fantastic local facility, with a shaded modern playground full of unique climbing areas for the kids to explore. The whole playground is shaded by sails in fact, with a number of play areas with a range of equipment to suit most ages. Throw in a fantastic oval, basketball court, pump track and tennis court facilities, and...
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Find it at: West Terrace, Adelaide The playspace has new looking equipment and there are some large trees to provide a shady spot to sit and watch your kids play or enjoy a picnic. When you’re all tuckered out from adventuring in this playspace, there’s a beautiful creek and pond hidden just a short walk away! If you’re keen to learn a little about the art and ecosystems of the area, kids can follow the Wirrarninthi Education...
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Aldinga Skate Park is the perfect spot for kids, teens, and even parents to enjoy some active fun together, with the 2025 built skate park part of a long term vision to redevelop the Aldinga. Skate Park The park is thoughtfully designed by CONVIC (A world leader in skate park and youth space design and construction) with all skill levels in mind. Younger children can safely practice on the gentle slopes and wide open areas, while more...
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