Whale Playground at Scarborough

Whale Playground, Scarborough Beach

The Esplanade, Scarborough

The Whale Playground at Scarborough Beach is a striking nature‑play space built around a life‑size whale skeleton, complete with climbing nets, a tunnel slide, monkey bars and a bird‑nest swing. The design features a mix of soft‑fall and sand surfaces, elevated wheelchair‑accessible sand tables, a ramp leading up to the wooden ‘pirate ship’ and a “You & Me” inclusive swing,

Play Features

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Climb: monkey bars, climbing equipment

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Swing: inclusive swing, nest swing

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Balance: logs, stumps, rocks & ropes

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Dig or build: playground & beach

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Paths & trails: shared use paths

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Swim: beach and pool nearby

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Views: ocean

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Wheels: skate park nearby

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Theme: whale skeleton

Our Favourite Features

Be sure to check out these unique play features!

Life‑size whale skeleton climbing structure – a visually striking, multi-level centerpiece with climbing nets, tunnels, and slides that encourages imaginative and physical play.

The adjacent play precinct and youth space offers something for everyone – beach, surf, shaded picnic areas, walking paths, ‘Sunset Hill’ for beach views and for rolling down, a rock climbing wall, skate park, half-court basketball area, amphitheatre, pool, shops and cafes.

Lifeguards on the beach, toilets/showers, picnic tables, BBQs, public transport, and a connected promenade make the Scarborough Whale Playground and surrounds a lively, well-rounded family destination.

Whale Playground Scarborough
Scarborough Beach Pool
Scarborough Beach

Accessibility

Accessible toilets

Accessible parking

Accessible paths

Accessible play equipment

Public transport nearby

No entry fee

Amenities

Toilets

Water fountain

Parking

BBQs

Shade

Picnic shelters

Cafe nearby

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Whale Playground nature play

Nature Play Resources

Take a Family Talk N Walk

Fun Perth Swim Spots

Family Resource Library
Whale Playground tunnel
Whale Playground skate park Scarborough
Scarborough Beach climbing
Scarborough Beach amphitheatre

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