Fun parks in Brisbane for active kids

Brisbane City Council has more than 2,180 parks. Many offer free, exciting activities that suit kids of all ages. Here are some of the best parks for families looking for an active day out.

Bradbury Park, Kedron

Bradbury Park has modern play equipment that attracts families from across Brisbane. Older kids will enjoy the hollow towers, slides, bridges and raised walkways. These features suit children aged around 10 to 15 years.

You will also find a basketball court close by.

For younger children, there is a nature play area and a scooter track.

A dog off‑leash area makes this a great spot for families with pets.

More nature play spaces can be found at:

Dash Street Park, Keperra

Pickleball is a fun sport for the whole family. The new courts at Dash Street Park are great for beginners and experienced players. Bring the family and try a game together.

D. M. Henderson Park, Macgregor

This park features a large pirate ship playground with net climbs, a fireman’s pole, masts, hammocks and a flying fox.

Kids who love bikes will enjoy the BMX track, which has moguls, banks and small jumps. For more riding options, visit Kianawah Road Park in Wynnum West.

There is plenty of open space for a picnic if you want to slow down.

Frew Park, Milton (previously Milton Tennis Centre)

Frew Park sits on the former Milton Tennis Centre site. Wendy Turnbull Green is a large open area for running and play.

The main feature is The Arena playground, inspired by the old tennis grandstand. It offers a big climbing wall, tall slides, and an elevated mesh climbing cage.

Grinstead Park, Alderley

Grinstead Park is a popular northside spot with activities for all ages.

Bring a ball for a game on the basketball court. Enjoy a sausage sizzle at the barbecues afterwards.

The upgraded playground includes a nature play trail and improved access. Kids will love the in‑ground trampoline. A scooter track runs next to the playground, so don’t forget scooters and bikes.

Hibiscus Skate Park

Head to the all new skate tracks at this popular southside park. Whether your kids skate, ride or BMX, there's plenty of tracks to keep them entertained for hours. Learn about the Hibiscus Skate Park project.

Whites Hill Reserve, Camp Hill

Harness your inner ninja warrior and get ready to challenge yourself with a visit Whites Hill Reserve in Camp Hill.

Whites Hill Reserve is one of 4 Brisbane parks with a ninja obstacle course. You can scale walls, rock hop, balance on planks, and more. It provides fun fitness for all ages!

If the kids still have energy, visit the exploration playground. You can also take them on one of the nearby bushwalks.

To refuel, enjoy lunch around a barbecue or at one of the several cafes nearby.

More ninja course challenges can be found at:

Guyatt Park in St Lucia
Teralba Park in Everton Hills
Doulton Street Park in Calamvale.

More to see and do

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