Destination parks and playgrounds in Brisbane

Looking for a new park to keep the kids entertained this weekend or over the next school holidays? With more than 2180 parks across Brisbane, there's a perfect Brisbane City Council park to suit every family - from picturesque picnic spots and great playgrounds to scooter tracks, skate parks, dog off-leash areas (for four-legged family members), Insta-worthy photo locations and more.

We've put together a list of our top parks to inspire planning for your next day out and to highlight how we're continuing to grow your Brisbane lifestyle.

D. M. Henderson Park, Macgregor

Located in Macgregor, this multipurpose park is packed with features, making it the perfect spot for your next family outing. The park includes a pirate ship playground, sporting courts, plenty of picnic facilities, and a new pump track with enough bumps and corners to generate some serious speed.

Where: 434 McCullough Street, Macgregor

Frew Park, Milton

Formally known as the Milton Tennis site, Frew Park is a 3.5-hectare inner-city parkland featuring 6 tennis courts, a rebound court, and a play space that will keep the kids entertained for hours. The park also features a food and beverage outlet where you can relax with a coffee and treat while enjoying the elevated views.

Where: Between Frew Street and Milton Road, Milton

Rocks Riverside Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks

Considered a hidden gem and popular with the locals, Rocks Riverside Park offers multiple areas, plenty of play equipment, and a water play zone. When lunchtime comes, you can choose from a number of gas barbecues dotted throughout the park, some perched right along the river.

Where: 531 Seventeen Mile Rocks Road, Seventeen Mile Rocks

Bradbury Park playscape, Kedron

It's been described as 'a playground like no other' and it's certainly been a hit with families since opening. Bradbury Park playscape is a spectacular playground of towers, bridges and obstacles, as well as a magical forest. Sit back and enjoy a take-away coffee or have a barbecue while your kids climb and explore the structures.

The park also includes picnic facilities, a scooter track, a basketball half-court, a dog off-leash area, exercise equipment, connecting pathways and a car park with 53 spaces.

Where: 91 Kitchener Road, Kedron

Castamore Way Park, Richlands

Tucked away in the south-western part of the city is Castamore Way Park, featuring a new junior playground, with play equipment, a tall climbing tower and slide. There's also picnic facilities and a pathway connecting the play area with neighbouring streets, creating a long-awaited recreation space for local residents.

Where: 112A and 120A Progress Road, Richlands

Clarina Street Park, Chapel Hill

Nestled in the leafy, inner-west suburb of Chapel Hill, Clarina Street Park is the perfect spot for a quiet, relaxing day with the kids. With a playground featuring a double swing set, enjoy a day of sun-filled adventures. In addition to the play equipment, you can take advantage of the barbecue and picnic area.

Where: 2A Clarina Street, Chapel Hill

Colmslie Beach Reserve, Murarrie

An Octopus Garden is the star feature in the Colmslie Beach Reserve at Murarrie. The park includes a giant octopus, yellow submarine, crab and other underwater friends for kids to explore and enjoy.

The playground structures have been created by the same artist, David White, who designed similar play equipment when the park was first built 30 years ago. A poll of residents determined they loved the original structures so much they wanted the same artist to build the new ones!

The park also includes picnic facilities, landscaping and a mini-bike track.

Where: 152 Colmslie Road, Murarrie

Deagon Sportsground Park, Deagon

Are your kids looking to tear it up over the weekend and take it to the extreme? You're in luck at Deagon Sportsground Park. The skate park is better than ever, featuring a smooth concrete surface making for an even better ride. If skating isn't your scene, make use of the electric barbecue and park playground.

Where: 83 Board Street, Deagon

Fischer Family Park, Rochedale

Fischer Family Park is the place to be in Rochedale and includes a whole stack of features that make for a day of family fun. There's a 100-metre walking and scooter circuit, a playground with shade sails, large open space and shaded picnic tables so you can enjoy a meal out of the sun.

Where: 12 Blackwood Street, Rochedale

Paul Conti Park, Hemmant

If a trip to the eastern suburbs is in order, then you can't go past Paul Conti Park, Hemmant. The park's features include a playground, picnic shelter and a new scooter track (with riding and character features), making it the perfect destination for a day out with the kids.

Where: 124 Hemmant-Tingalpa Road, Hemmant

Teralba Park, Everton Park

Whether you've been inspired by the most recent season of Australian Ninja Warrior or are just looking for new ways to stay active and healthy, the ninja course at Teralba Park is for you! With quin steps, inside out bars and The Big Fling, this course makes exercise fun and exciting!

Where: 120 Pullen Road, Everton Park

But wait, there's more!

There's always more to see and do around our wonderful river city. Jump on the Brisbane app or visit Things to see and do in Brisbane to plan your next perfect park day out.