Melbourne’s Top 20 Best Fenced Playgrounds for Toddlers
Looking for safe and toddler-friendly playgrounds in Melbourne? Whether you’ve got a runner on your hands or you’re juggling a baby and a toddler, fenced playgrounds are a game-changer. They give you peace of mind while your little ones explore, climb and play without the stress of them wandering too far.
In this round-up, we’re sharing Melbourne’s best fenced playgrounds for young kids – perfect for toddlers, babies and preschoolers. These spots are mostly low to the ground with equipment that’s fun without being overwhelming. Think gentle slides, sensory play, swings, mini climbing structures and shaded areas to sit with your pram or picnic rug.
Each of these fenced playgrounds is ideal for younger children, without the giant climbing walls or drop-offs that make your heart race. So if you’re after a playground where your little one can play safely while you actually finish your coffee – keep reading.
From the eastern suburbs to the west, and hidden gems tucked into nature-filled reserves, here are Melbourne’s top 20 fully fenced playgrounds that every parent of young kids needs to know about.
Inner city and near bayside
Plum Garland Memorial Playground
📍 Beaconsfield Parade, Albert Park VIC 3206
Right by the beach, this shady fenced playground includes soft fall areas, baby swings, a mini see-saw and equipment suitable for crawling and toddling.
Hewison Reserve
📍 7A Allison Rd, St Kilda East VIC 3183
Tucked away in a quiet street, this local gem is fully fenced and features toddler-friendly play structures, a mini slide and shaded seating.
North
Mill Park All Abilities
📍 40 Morang Dr, Mill Park VIC 3082
This inclusive fenced playground is perfect for little ones, with sensory play panels, ramps, gentle slides and accessible equipment for all ages and abilities.
Bundoora Park Play Space
📍 1069 Plenty Rd, Bundoora VIC 3083
Located near the farm, this fenced space is designed for young kids with mini climbing frames, swings, a sandpit, and plenty of shade.
East
Wombat Bend
📍 Finns Reserve, Duncan St, Templestowe Lower VIC 3107
This beautiful nature-inspired fenced space has toddler swings, gentle slides, tunnels, and sensory play spots with accessible paths throughout.
Hays Paddock
📍 Leason St, Kew East VIC 3102
Famous for its inclusive design, this fenced playground has low climbing equipment, musical play, shaded picnic areas and a wide range of toddler-friendly activities.
Foley Reserve
📍 Corner of Foley St and High St, Kew VIC 3101
Well-shaded and fenced, this quiet playground has slides, swings and gentle play structures perfect for younger kids and babies in prams.
South-east
Wally Tew Reserve
📍 Brenock Park Dr, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156
A well-loved fenced space with small-scale play structures, cubby houses, a flying fox, musical panels and accessible paths.
Tim Neville Arboretum
📍 98-106 Dorset Rd, Ferntree Gully VIC 3156
Fully fenced and pram-friendly, this playground has lots of toddler-focused play zones, a large sandpit, mini slides and shady picnic areas.
Bicentennial Park
📍 Thames Promenade, Chelsea Heights VIC 3196
One of the best in the southeast, this fenced park has age-zoned areas including toddler climbing equipment, swings, water play, and soft fall zones.
Ross Reserve
📍 Memorial Dr, Noble Park VIC 3174
Fully fenced with play features like low climbing frames, spring rockers, swings and a huge grassed area for free play and pram walks.
Deep Creek Eco Play
📍 62 Cameron Way, Pakenham VIC 3810
This fenced nature-based playground has sand and water play, wooden cubbies, toddler climbing structures, and an adjacent café for coffee breaks.
Wisewould Reserve
📍 37 Wisewould Ave, Seaford VIC 3198
This peaceful fenced spot has baby swings, a mini tunnel, low platforms and picnic seating with plenty of space for little ones to explore.
Westerfield Drive Reserve
📍 Westerfield Dr, Notting Hill VIC 3168
A colourful fenced playground that caters to toddlers with musical play, balance beams, small climbing frames and soft fall surfaces.
Rye Up! Community Playground
📍 13 Lyons St, Rye VIC 3941
A bright, modern fenced playground that includes toddler-friendly climbing equipment, baby swings, a mini nature trail and picnic tables.
West
Keilor Park
📍 16A Eliza St, Keilor Park VIC 3042
A calm, fenced community park with toddler-friendly gear including swings, small climbing frames and play tunnels plus grassy open space.
Errington Reserve
📍 St Albans Rd, St Albans VIC 3021
Bright and engaging fenced playground with low play equipment, cubbies, swings and a soft surface – ideal for young explorers and crawlers.
Regional bonus
Geelong Play Space
📍 Eastern Park Circuit, East Geelong VIC 3219
Fenced pirate-themed playground right on the waterfront, with boat-shaped climbing structures, toddler rockers, soft fall areas and shaded seats.
Whether you’ve got a speedy runner, a curious crawler or a toddler who loves to explore, these fenced playgrounds are a total win for a stress-free day out. Save this list, share it with your parent group, and tick off a few on your next adventure around Melbourne.
Got a favourite fenced playground I’ve missed? Let me know – I’m always hunting for more gems to add!
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