Got a toddler who likes to make a run for it? Or perhaps you're juggling a baby and an energetic preschooler? We hear you! A fully fenced playground is an absolute winner for parents, giving little ones space to explore while making it that bit easier to keep everyone in sight.
Luckily, the Central Coast has some great fenced playgrounds, and we've rounded up 10 of our favourites. We're talking pirate ships, flying foxes, water play, toddler-friendly equipment and even a few spots where you can grab a decent coffee. Happy days!
And there's more! Below our top 10, you'll find even more fully fenced playgrounds across the Central Coast that we've visited and reviewed. So whether you're looking for somewhere new to explore or a fenced playground close to home, we've got you covered.
Our 10 Favourite Fully Fenced Playgrounds on the Central Coast
In no particular order, here are 10 of our favourite fully fenced playgrounds on the Central Coast. Happy playing!
1. Peninsula Recreation Precinct, Umina Beach
Directly opposite Umina Beach, this huge recreation precinct is a favourite for families. Little ones have their own fully fenced and shaded playground, complete with a pirate ship, cubby house, sandpit, swings and slides.
And parents, there's a kiosk right next to the fenced playground serving great coffee, wraps and ice creams! Wahoo!
Older kids will love this spot too, with its huge net climbing structure, pump track and bouldering walls.
With toilets, BBQs, picnic tables and the beach just across the road, it's an easy place to happily while away a few hours.
Location: Corner of Sydney Avenue and The Esplanade, Umina Beach.
2. Sun Valley Park, Green Point
Sun Valley Park is HUGE, and one of the things we love most about it is that the entire park is fenced – including the basketball courts, toilets, BBQs, picnic tables and grassy areas. This makes it a fabulous spot for families with kids of different ages, and a great option for playdates and birthday parties. You can set up for a picnic while the kids run around and play – all within the fenced area.
And there's so much for the kids to do! There's a double flying fox, giant rope climbing tower, spider-web climbing nets, swings, a roundabout, balance logs and even musical instruments to play with.
Pack the bikes and scooters too! A winding path connects the different play areas, and older kids can shoot hoops on the basketball courts or challenge each other to a game of ping pong (BYO bats).
Location: Sun Valley Road, Green Point (opposite Coles).
3. Illoura Reserve Playground, Davistown
A pirate ship playground right beside the water? Yes, please! Illoura Reserve received a fabulous upgrade in 2026, with a new fully fenced playground featuring nautical-themed equipment, climbing challenges, swings and slides.
Kids can climb aboard the pirate ship, tackle rope nets, zoom down slides and have a go on the flying fox. There are swings for different ages, including a parent-and-child swing (we love these!), plus some very cute crocodile and dolphin sculptures to climb over.
And if you're visiting on a warm day, pack the swimmers! There's a shallow tidal swimming enclosure just metres away, plus toilets, BBQs and picnic tables nearby.
Just be aware that much of the playground is in full sun, so hats and sunscreen are a must.
Location: Illoura Reserve, Davistown.
4. Ross Park Playground, Avoca Beach
We love a playground that comes with a beach visit, and Ross Park delivers! Located behind Avoca Beach Surf Life Saving Club, this fully fenced playground has a cute red boat, climbing nets, swings, and a mini café where little ones can whip up a pretend coffee for mum and dad.
There are toilets just across from the playground and plenty of nearby options for coffee, lunch or an ice cream. And when the kids have had their fill of climbing, Avoca's rockpool is just a short stroll away. It's a lovely spot to combine a playground visit with a morning at the beach.
Location: Vale Avenue (behind Avoca Beach Surf Club), Avoca Beach.
5. Parklife Coffee and Rotary Park, Terrigal
Looking for a fully fenced playground with a café inside the fenced area? Yep, this here park is gold! Terrigal's Rotary Park is a fabulous option for a catch-up with friends, with Parklife Coffee serving muffins, wraps and great coffee inside the fully fenced play area. Yep, it's worthy of a hip hip hooray!
There's a flying fox, climbing structures for younger and older children, slides, swings and a merry-go-round. Shade sails cover some play equipment, and there are picnic tables and BBQs too. It's particularly well suited to toddlers and primary school-aged children.
Location: 11 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal (next to the fire station).
6. Liberty Playground, Saltwater Creek Reserve, Long Jetty
If you're looking for a shaded playground for little ones, Saltwater Creek Reserve is a great option. Its Liberty Playground is fully fenced and covered by shade cloth, making it a particularly handy spot for toddler playdates.
There's plenty of opportunity for climbing, swinging and imaginative play, plus sandy areas for digging and exploring. Older siblings can enjoy the nearby BMX track and open green space, while families can make use of the BBQ facilities for a picnic lunch.
Location: Liberty Playground, Saltwater Creek Reserve, Long Jetty.
7. Picnic Point Reserve, The Entrance
Ahoy, little pirates! Picnic Point Reserve received a fantastic playground upgrade in 2025, and its pirate-themed play equipment is a huge hit with kids.
The fully fenced playground features a towering pirate ship structure, climbing challenges and slides, all with beautiful views across Tuggerah Lake. There's equipment for different ages, plus toilets, picnic facilities and BBQs nearby. It's also a lovely spot for a waterfront stroll or to watch the pelicans.
Location: Opposite 1 Tuggerah Parade, The Entrance.
8. Wallarah Point Peace Park, Gorokan
You can't miss this one! Wallarah Point Peace Park is packed with brightly coloured equipment, including a double-storey rainbow slide that's guaranteed to get the giggles going.
The fully fenced playground has plenty for younger children too, including a mini slide, climbing ramp, bridge, games and a group swing. Shade cloth and nearby trees provide welcome relief on warmer days. It's a great all-rounder for families with toddlers and primary-aged kids.
Location: 1 The Corso, Gorokan.
9. Canton Beach Sensory Park and Playground
This little gem is particularly lovely for toddlers and preschoolers. Rather than focusing on giant slides and climbing towers, Canton Beach Community Park encourages sensory exploration and imaginative play, with tactile equipment and musical instruments for little hands to investigate.
It's fully fenced, with toilets and parking nearby, and there's a café within walking distance. You can also extend your outing with a walk or scooter ride along the nearby foreshore path.
Location: Corner of Belbowrie Street and Beach Parade, Canton Beach.
10. Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct, Doyalson North
Oh, we LOVE this new playground! Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct has some of the most interesting play equipment we've seen on the Central Coast!
There's an adorable possum sculpture that kids can climb all over, giant double hamster wheels, a huge rope-net tower slide and a wheelchair-accessible flying fox. And then there's the water play, which had toddlers absolutely delighted when we visited.
And it's not just the playground that's enclosed. The BBQs and covered picnic tables are inside the fenced area too, making it a fabulous spot for playdates, birthday parties and families with kids of different ages.
Location: Tall Timbers Road, Doyalson North (enter opposite Chisholm Avenue).
Even More Fully Fenced Playgrounds on the Central Coast
Can't get enough of a good fenced playground? Neither can we! Here are all of the fully fenced playgrounds we've visited across the Central Coast. Click through to our individual reviews for photos, addresses, facility details and everything you need to know to plan your visit.
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More Fenced Playgrounds – Reviews Coming Soon!
We've found a few more fenced playgrounds across the Central Coast that we're yet to review. They're on our list, and we'll add our photos and reviews here soon!
- Point Clare Dinosaur Park, Point Clare
- Erina Community Hall, Erina
- Shaun Brinklow Park, Copacabana
- Kariong Hall, Kariong
- Koolewong Foreshore, Koolewong
- Memorial Park East, The Entrance
- Duffys Reserve, Terrigal
- Lions Park, Woy Woy.
- Pelican Park at Woy Woy Fishermen's Wharf, Woy Woy.
- Wamberal Memorial Hall Playground.
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Written By: KATIE STOKES
Founder & Editor
After working in print and online media for more than a decade, Katie launched Playing in Puddles in 2017. A mum of three young boys and local of the Central Coast, Katie loves discovering and sharing all that’s happening in our region.
