Play by the Lake at Thomas H Halton Park at Croudace Bay
For a lakeside playground, visit Thomas H Halton Park (also known as Croudace Bay Park) and enjoy views of Lake Macquarie with a play.
Visit Maitland Park Playground
Visit Maitland Park Playground, a fenced all-abilities playground with equipment suited to a range of ages.
Discover Newcastle’s Mining Past at Blue Gum Hills Regional Park
Take a trip out to Blue Gum Hills Regional Park at Minmi / Fletcher. This is a lovely large bushland park and features a unique playground reflecting the history of the area with a mining theme.
New Playground at Carrington Street Reserve in Wallsend
Check out this brand new brightly coloured playground at the Carrington Street Reserve in Wallsend. Lots of fun for kids!
New Playground at Wallsend Brickworks Park
New playground! Combine history & play on a family day out to Wallsend Brickworks Park, site of a historic brickmaking operation in Newcastle.
All Ages Will Love Bower Reserve Playground in Medowie
Two playgrounds, exercise area & half-sized netball/basketball court, bike & scooter paths and public art makes Bower Reserve Playground in Medowie a top family spot.
Enjoy Sports & a Playground at Pasterfield Sports Complex
Take your kids for a play at Pasterfield Sports Complex, a huge community area in Cameron Park. It combines a large playground and climbing area, fitness area, netball courts, skate park and an AFL and cricket field.
100% Fun at Blackbutt Adventure Playground at Richley Reserve
Enjoy a play in the adventure playground in Richley Reserve at Blackbutt Reserve. It’s a great playground that encourages nature play, adventure and risk-taking.
Fenced & Fun: Fern Bay Reserve Playground
Fully-fenced with shade cloth, the Fern Bay playground is great for kids of all ages. It includes swings, rope bridge climbing equipment and basketball / handball court.
Enjoy Parkland and Playground at Nesca Park
A modern playground surrounded by BBQ facilities and covered picnic tables and lots of parkland makes it a fun place to visit for families.
Blackbutt Reserve: Everything You Need to Know for a Great Visit
One of the most popular attractions in Newcastle, Blackbutt Reserve has reopened with new COVID-19 protocols. Here’s an insider’s guide to enjoying this popular Newcastle attraction.
Martinsville Playground: Small But Fun
Recently installed by Lake Macquarie City Council, this small but cute playground in Martinsville is a fun spot for kids.
Get Up Close to Critters at Blackbutt Reserve Reptile Show
Don’t miss the reptile show at Blackbutt Reserve in Newcastle. It’s an educational & entertaining hands-on experience for kids and adults.
Best Playgrounds in Newcastle for Toddlers
Playgrounds suitable for toddlers? Here’s a list of local playgrounds for toddlers that offer age-appropriate equipment, soft ground coverings, and some even have fencing for those kids who love to run.