A flying fox is often one of the main attractions at a playground. Many older kids and adult kids-at-heart enjoy the sensation of flying through the air and the inevitable ‘bump’ at the end.
Playgrounds with flying foxes can be a good choice if you have kids of varying ages. The younger ones can play on the equipment while the older kids entertain themselves on the flying fox. Here are playgrounds with flying foxes in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter region.
Playgrounds with Flying Foxes in Newcastle
Stockton Active Hub, Stockton
The double flying fox at Stockton Active Hub starts from a platform and is quite high off the ground, which is great for older kids (approximately 7+), but younger kids will need assistance getting on and off. It has a great artificial turf surface and, being a double flying fox, it’s perfect for kids and adults to race on.
Read our full Stockton Active Hub guide
Tarro Reserve, Beresfield
The double flying fox at Tarro Reserve (also known as Tarro park) is part of a larger playground area that includes climbing structures, slides, and swings. In addition to the play equipment, there’s also a bike track, a half-court basketball court and open green spaces with shaded picnic areas.
Wickham Park, Wickham
School-aged kids will love this neat little park tucked away in Albert Street, Wickham. There is a single flying fox with a woodchip base and, once the kids tire of the flying fox, there’s a fantastic, large climbing structure that will keep them entertained for ages.
Read our full Wickham Park guide
Playgrounds with Flying Foxes in Lake Macquarie
Attunga Park, Charlestown
There’s a single flying fox at Attunga Park. The park itself is wonderfully shaded and there’s heaps of other fun equipment for kids to play on including a large slide, climbing wall, climbing nets, swings and an in ground mini trampoline.
Read our full Attunga Park guide
Lake Macquarie Variety Park, Speers Point
There’s a double flying fox at this popular playground, perfect for when parents and carers want to have a flying fox race alongside the kids.
Read our full Lake Macquarie Variety Playground guide
Rathmines Park, Rathmines
This great plane-themed park is worth the extra drive if you have an aviation fan in your family. The large, single flying fox at this park can be enjoyed while overlooking the shores of beautiful Lake Macquarie.
Read our full Rathmines Park guide
Taylor Park, Barnsley
It’s not hard to see why this little park is so popular with local residents. There’s lots of great play equipment, the large open space of the soccer field nearby, and plenty of shade. The single flying fox at this park is accessed by a ramp from ground level and the flying fox itself is great for sitting or standing on.
Webb Park, Redhead
The single flying fox at this beach-themed playground features a large, blue surfboard at either end. It starts from a platform and is high off the ground, so younger kids (under 7’s) might need a hand to get on and off. Located close to Redhead Beach and the Ken & Audrey Owens Walk, the park also has a bbq and plenty of shaded tables.
Playgrounds with Flying Foxes in the Hunter Valley
Highbrook Park Playground, Muswellbrook
Highbrook Park in Muswellbrook is an amazing kids park, home of the famous giant lizard slippery dip. There’s so much climbing equipment at this park to keep older kids entertained, but also swings, mazes and a bike/scooter track. The single flying fox here starts off from a platform and has a woodchip base.
Huntlee District Park One, North Rothbury
Take a drive to Wine Country and visit the amazing playground at Huntlee. Kids will love the large seated flying fox at the bottom of the playground, featuring two zip lines. There’s also a smaller, hanging flying fox in the playground, suitable for kids aged 5+ who can reach the handle.
Read our full Huntlee District Park One Playground guide
Maitland Park All-Abilities Playground, Maitland
There are two flying foxes at this large playground and one of them features an all-abilities seat with a seatbelt. Both flying foxes are low to the ground, so younger kids (approximately 5+) are able to use them with little assistance.
Read our full Maitland Park All-Abilities Playground guide
Nowlan Park (Kangaroo Park), Singleton Heights
The flying fox is the centrepiece of the play area at kangaroo-themed Nowlan Park. The play area also features swings, a spinner, and softfall underfoot. Nowlan Park is also a lovely picnic spot.
Poppet Head Park, Kitchener
Poppet Head Park is a quiet, peaceful little park in a lovely bushland setting. The single flying fox is under shade, provided by shade sails and there are amenities close by.
Read our full Poppet Head Park guide
Raworth Park, Raworth
There’s a great double flying fox at Raworth Park, located on Morpeth Road at Raworth. Both flying foxes start from platforms, perfect for older kids, and have soft fall underneath.
A drive to Raworth Park is a great family day out as, not only will older kids enjoy the flying foxes, but there is also a great, shaded toddler play area, undercover bbqs and a picnic table plus a large fenced dog off-leash park right next door.
Read our full Raworth Park guide
Rose Point Park, Singleton
Rose Point Park has two flying foxes side by side, one has a regular flying fox seat and the other has an all-abilities seat with a seatbelt. With a softfall ramp and a woodchip landing strip, it is also beautifully shaded.
Read our full Rose Point Park guide
Wirraway Park, Thornton
There’s a double-cable flying fox at this great aviation-themed park at Thornton, allowing kids to race each other or ride at the same time. The platforms have wide starting points, making it easier for kids to hop on and off independently.
Read our full Wirraway Park guide
Playgrounds with Flying Foxes in Port Stephens
Fingal Bay Foreshore Reserve Playground, Fingal Bay
Located on scenic Marine Drive, this playground has a great single flying fox plus plenty of equipment to suit kids of all ages including a spiderweb swing, spinner, slides and climbing equipment. There are also undercover picnic tables and it’s only a short walk to Fingal Beach.
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