Find it at: Esplanade, Semaphore South (Opposite Arthur Street)
In 2023, Port Adelaide Enfield Council have opened this fabulous $400,000 playground at Semaphore South foreshore. The beauty of this one is the consultation phase invited local kids to draw what they wanted to see in the new playground, with some of the entries inspiring the boat themed elements! How great is that.
Don’t forget to check out the fabulous Shelly’s Kiosk right on the door step which opened in late 2024. Great food. Great coffee and fullly focussed on catering for families which we love. Read all about our visit here.
With plenty of equipment to satisfy even the most avid climbers, but also catering for the real young ones (and its fully fenced!), this is a fantastic alternative to the busy main foreshore precinct. Shaded, fully fenced and with a toilet, this is the perfect summer playground in our opinion.
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