Have you got a child who loves to climb? Then these ninja parks are just for you! Whether it’s monkey bars, upside down ropes or swinging ladders, there are some great challenges on offer across the Gold Coast. I’ve rounded up the best Gold Coast parks for ninja climbers to take on – which one will you conquer first?
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Celadon Park, The Surrounds Helensvale
Celadon Park has to be by far one of my favourite 0-5 year old playgrounds across the Coast, due to the endless opportunities for imaginative play! The highlight of this park is definitely the bike track, incorporating traffic signs, a petrol station, fire station and small pump track. Don't forget the bikes or scooters on this visit!
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Bim’bimba Park, Pimpama
Bim'bimba Park means Place of the Soldier Bird, and is located at the centre of Gainsborough Greens, Pimpama. This park truly is a destination in itself, and was awarded the 2020 Best Park and Playground Design for all of Queensland!
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Lions Park, Jacobs Well
This northern Gold Coast beach swimming spot is perfect for families. Shady trees, a great fishing spot, comfortable picnic area, shade sails on the sand and a safe swimming beach makes for the perfect day out.
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Where to swim on the Gold Coast
Suffering through another Gold Coast summer without a swimming pool at home? Don’t worry!! Aside from the obvious beaches, there are so many amazing options, whether it be swimming pools, splash zones or swimming enclosures. I’ve rounded up a great list of both paid and free options to keep your cool this summer!
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Alexander Clark Park, Loganholme
Alexander Clark Park at Loganholme is a huge parklands filled with recreational options. The Australian themed playground is the real highlight of this space and provides lots of fun for families.
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Tamborine Mountain Botanic Gardens
Tamborine Mountain Botanic Garden's family-friendly discovery trail, Sooty Owl’s Creekside trail will intrigue, surprise and educate children and adults alike.
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Pimpama Sports Hub, Pimpama
The Pimpama Sports Hub is home to the northern Gold Coast's state-of-the-art aquatic centre with Olympic-standard 50m swimming pool, netball and tennis facilities and heaps of other recreational and sporting options. Built on a 14-hectare site, it has a large outdoor events space for things like Carols by Candlelight and outdoor movies, and also a community centre. The cherry on the top is the children's playground and walking trails, making this an inviting hub for families to visit any day of the week.
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The Junction GC, Burleigh Heads
The Junction GC at Burleigh Heads is a fantastic family friendly cafe, with gated play space and relaxing atmosphere. Grab a coffee to go, settle in for a morning tea get together with your mums group, or catch up on those work emails while the kids are occupied for a few minutes. Service is outstanding, delivered with a smile and zero hassle!
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Harley Park & Ian Dipple Lagoon, Labrador
Harley Park is located on the Broadwater at Labrador, and is a bustling hive of activity any day of the week. With a swimming lagoon, pelicans, picnic facilities and two playgrounds, this is a very popular family destination.
