Wheelchair Friendly Playgrounds in Brisbane

Exploring Brisbane’s playgrounds is a fun, free activity any time of the year, which shouldn’t be impacted if you are visiting with a wheelchair. This comprehensive guide details which parks in Brisbane are wheelchair friendly, containing equipment specifically designed with wheelchairs in mind. From We-Go-Swings, to accessible carousels, play panels and Liberty swings, we have you covered next time you’re searching for a playground suitable for the whole family.

Wheelchair Accessible Play Equipment

Playgrounds often boast accessible equipment, but they are not always accessible for those in wheelchairs. Here we take a look at playground equipment that IS accessible for those in a wheelchair.

We-Go-Swing

The we-go-swing is designed to be accessible and used by wheelchair users. To make it even more inclusive, no key is required, and wheelchair users can ride on the swing with others at the same time. This is a gentle swing, promising plenty of fun.

Accessible Carousel

Also known as a Universal Carousel or an All-abilities Spinner, this piece of equipment is flush with the ground, so wheelchair users can easily manoeuvre onto the carousel. While not all carousels contain a seat, many do, and they also have rails for users to hold onto while enjoying the ride.

Glider

Also known as a Sway Fun® Glider, this piece of equipment is accessed by a ramp, and like the name suggests, glides back and forth. Wheelchair users can ride alongside others and have fun swaying together.

Liberty Swing

The Liberty Swing was designed in 2003 and is an Australian innovation found around the world. Wheelchair users will need to be wheeled up the ramp and into position before the wheels are safely locked and the rider secured. After this the ramp is lowered, and the swing can be activated. A MLAK key is usually required to use a Liberty swing.  While the Liberty Swing used to be very popular, the need for a key, and the fact only one person can use it at a time has seen a decrease in these at local playgrounds.

How Playgrounds Make this Wheelchair Friendly List

In order for the following parks to make this list of wheelchair friendly playgrounds, they must have at least one piece of equipment which can be accessed by a wheelchair user. We have also noted if accessible toilets are available and any other features which are wheelchair friendly.

Of course there may be elements at other playgrounds which may be accessible to particular wheelchairs or those who are able to transfer out of the chair, but for the purpose of this guide, we have focussed on equipment which can be used by those while in a wheelchair.

While we have noted some nearby public transport options, it’s important individuals utilise their own discretion when planning their visit via these routes, as they may not be suitable for all wheelchair users.

This guide is just a brief overview of accessible features at each playground. We recommend following the link to each park’s detailed review (complete with photos) to decide if it’s suitable for your play needs.

While we endeavour to provide correct information at the time of writing, some things change. If you know of any updates or a new park we should add to the list, please get in touch with us.

Interactive Map of Wheelchair Friendly Playgrounds in Brisbane

Here is a handy, interactive map to assist you in finding your nearest wheelchair friendly playground in Brisbane.

Wheelchair Friendly Playgrounds in Brisbane

Wheelchair Friendly Playgrounds – North of Brisbane

7^th Brigade Park

Suburb: Chermside

Featuring several play areas, the 7th Brigade Park in Chermside, caters for wheelchair users, with a fenced and shaded Liberty Swing, accessible toilets and wide paths leading to the picnic tables.

Read our detailed review of 7^th Brigade Park.

Arthur Davis Park

Suburb: Sandgate

You will find the picturesque, shady Arthur Davis Park on the foreshore in Sandgate with access via concrete paths, which extend along the foreshore as a shared pathway. When it’s time for a play there is a wheelchair friendly merry-go-round, and cognitive play panels which are also easily accessible. Accessible toilets are located at the facilities beside the playground.

Read our detailed review of Arthur Davis Park.

Ascot Park

Suburb: Ascot

Ascot Park is a colourful and fun playground perfect for toddlers. and the best bit – it is fully fenced. It features an accessible carousel for all to enjoy, with concrete paths connecting various elements of the playground to the footpath. Accessible toilets can be found outside the fenced area.

If you are arriving by public transport, the Ascot train station is just 300m away.

Read our detailed review of Ascot Park.

Brennan Park

Suburb: Bongaree

Nestled under the trees on Bribie Island you will find Brennan Park. The home of a regular Sunday Market, this playground has a wheelchair friendly carousel with options for wheelchairs, seated and standing passengers. Flat, concrete paths weave throughout the park, along the waterfront and to the nearby Bongaree Jetty where you can look for dolphins, dugongs, or enjoy a spot of fishing.

Read our detailed review of Brennan Park.

Brisbane City Botanic Gardens Playground

Suburb: Brisbane City

Relax in the tranquil City Botanic Gardens where accessible pathways weave throughout the gardens, and to the super fun playground. A wheelchair accessible carousel is on offer, with the main part of the playground cushioned by soft-fall, ramps to some equipment, and plenty of low-to-ground play panels, which is great news for wheelchair users.  A sand digger is positioned at the edge of the sandpit, making it possible for a wheelchair to access it as well. A communication board is a fantastic addition to the playground too. Accessible toilets, including a changing places toilet, are located within the gardens.

Accessing the gardens is relatively easy utilising public transport. Central Train Station is about 850m away, while buses stop along Alice and George Streets. The QUT Gardens Point Ferry Terminal is located approximately 1km away, via a nice walk through the gardens. The CityCat ferries which service this stop are accessible and have space for four wheelchairs/mobility scooters.

Read our detailed review of Brisbane City Botanic Gardens Playground.

Caboolture Region Environmental Education Centre (CREEC)

Suburb: Burpengary

Prepared to be wowed at this huge, fully fenced accessible playground on Brisbane’s northside. Specific play equipment accessible by wheelchairs includes a wheelchair accessible carousel, and ramp access to the smaller fort, with low-to ground play panels to entertain children. Flat, concrete paths can be found through the expansive play area, with plenty of animal sculptures, and equipment to try out. There is musical instruments too.

Outside the fenced area you will find accessible picnic facilities and toilets, as well as an environmental education centre, which is accessible by wheelchairs, and provides plenty of fun nature-based activities. Accessible car parking spaces are on site, with pathways leading from the carpark to the playground and education centre.

Read our detailed review of CREEC.

Crockatt Park

Suburb: Woody Point

In July 2025, Brisbane’s first we-go-swing was installed in Crockatt Park (after the Liberty Swing at nearby Pelican Park was removed) Flat, concrete pathways are available throughout the park area, along the waterfront and out to the Woody Point Jetty, which is a lovely spot for some fishing or a leisurely outing. Accessible car parking spaces and toilet facilities are available too.

Read our detailed review of Crockatt Park.

Hidden World Playground

Suburb: Fitzgibbon

The sprawling and super fun Hidden World Playground has several all-inclusive pieces of equipment, including a nest swing, and swing with frame. A Sway Fun glider and wheelchair accessible carousel are also available and create lots of fun moments for those using  it. The playground is surrounded by flat ground, concrete paths, sheltered picnic tables, accessible toilets and designated accessible car parking spaces.

While there are no train stations nearby, a bus does service Roghan Road, with a stop not far from the playground entrance.

Read our detailed review of Hidden World Playground.

John Bray Park

Suburb: Bray Park

A lovely leafy playground in the larger John Bray Park, this play space provides wide concrete paths, shaded paths for walking and discovering nature and an accessible carousel. Over at the swings you will find a high back swing as well as standard and a face-to-face swing. There is a button which activates the water misting function, which could be accessed by a person in a wheelchair, though due to the nature of the misting coming from round, rock type structures, playing amongst the water may be tricky. Shaded picnic tables. BBQ and accessible toilet facilities complete this area.

Read our detailed review of John Bray Park.

Kinship Park

Suburb: Burpengary East

This small, colourful neighbourhood playground was designed to be accessible, with a wheelchair accessible carousel available and accessible toilets. For those who are able to transfer out of their wheelchairs, there is a small and large high back swing, with soft-fall underneath. Even the BBQ’s are wheelchair accessible, as are the shaded picnic tables.

Read our detailed review of Kinship Park.

Melrose Park

Suburb: Wooloowin

Melrose Park in Wooloowin contains an accessible carousel which has seating options and a space for a wheelchair. A mini traffic track and concrete pathways neighbour the play equipment and could be used by wheelchair users. Accessible toilets are located within the park and some shaded picnic spots are available too.

Melrose Park is located about 550m from Eagle Junction Train Station.

Read our detailed review of Melrose Park.

Mitchelton Library Park

Suburb: Mitchelton

How great is it when you can enjoy a visit to the library with a play at the park. The Mitchelton Library Park contains a wheelchair accessible carousel, and covered picnic facilities. An accessible toilet is situated within the adjacent library and can be accessed during library opening hours.

Mitchelton and Gaythorne Stations are just under 900m away, and buses service the surrounding streets, with a stop right near the library.

Read our detailed review of Mitchelton Library Park.

Mulbeam Park

Suburb: Boondall

Mulbeam Park in Boondall features several play areas within the one park which are largely visible from one another, which is handy if you are visiting with multiple children. Concrete paths connect the various elements of the park, and a shaded liberty swing is close to the car park, as are accessible toilets.

Public buses service Muller Road and Beams Road, with stops directly outside Mulbeam Park.

Read our detailed review of Mulbeam Park.

New Farm Park

Location: New Farm

This extremely popular New Farm playground is nestled among the trees (literally) and is just a stone’s throw from Brisbane Powerhouse and the Brisbane River and its pathways. Accessible boardwalks encircle parts of the playground passing play panels which can be fun to interact with. A Sway Fun Glider is located under the shady trees and is the ideal sway to sway and relax. Accessible toilets and a series of pathways weave throughout the greater park, which is lovely to explore especially when the flowers are in bloom.

The accessible New Farm Park Ferry Terminal is a leisurely 500m away, with the CityCats servicing this stop accessible and having space for four wheelchairs/mobility scooters.

Read our detailed review of New Farm Park.

Pine Rivers Park

Suburb: Strathpine

Always featuring high on our favourite playgrounds list, Pine Rivers Park caters for all. Wide, flat concrete paths weave throughout the park, including to the accessible toilets and car park.

Low-to-ground play panels can be found within the fenced playgrounds, which have a rubber base, making them accessible for those with mobility aides. There is also a fully accessible carousel, which has space for wheelchairs.

The Strathpine Train Station is located approximately 800m from Pine Rivers Park.

Read our detailed review of Pine Rivers Park.

The Hills District All Abilities Park

Suburb: Arana Hills

The Hills District All-Abilities Playground is an awesome, fully fenced playground with a number of fun play areas which are accessible for all. Paths and solid rubberised soft fall make moving about the playground easy, with a large portion of the play equipment set at an appropriate height for wheelchairs.  The fort has a ramp and the spinner is flush with the ground, which promotes inclusivity. Two swings with high backrests and hard plastic harness are also available.

Accessible toilets are located within the fenced are and there is even space for wheelchairs at the picnic tables.

Grovely Station is located about 1.2km away while buses service nearby Pimlea Street and Dawson Parade.

Read our detailed review of The Hills District All Abilities Park.

The Mill Petrie

Suburb: Petrie

The hugely popular, The Mill Petrie is home to a free waterplay area and a terrific playground complete with plenty of picnic areas and BBQ facilities. The playgrounds are set on a flat, soft rubber base making access relatively easy with an accessible roundabout available for those in a wheelchair. The waterpark is also flat, meaning portions could be used by those in a wheelchair (if extra care was taken and the wheelchair was able to get wet). Accessible toilets are onsite.

If arriving by public transport, the Petrie Train Station is about 350m away, with access by wide, concrete paths.

Read our detailed review of The Mill Petrie.

Upper Kedron Recreation Reserve

Suburb: Upper Kedron

A unique feature of this playground is a series of connected concrete structures which are covered with brightly coloured murals. The flat pathways connecting these, make them wheelchair friendly. A Liberty Swing can be found at Upper Kedron Recreation Reserve, but please note it is not shaded, and a key is required for use. Accessible toilet facilities are available at this Reserve.

Read our detailed review of Upper Kedron Recreation Reserve.

Woolcock Park

Suburb: Red Hill

Located in Red Hill, behind Waterworks Road, is Woolcock Park with a ‘sensory’ design focus including a smooth pebbled ‘Reflexology Walk,’ solar-powered musical mushrooms and a hammock swing. For those in a wheelchair, there is a Liberty Swing, wide concrete paths and plenty of shady spots to relax in nature.

Public buses do run down Waterworks Road, with some stops not too far from Woolcock Park.

Read our detailed review of Woolcock Park.

Wheelchair Friendly Playgrounds – South of Brisbane

Cameron Park

Suburb: Booval

Cameron Park in Booval is a fully fenced playground with a modern design, providing fun for all ages. Some parts of the play home fronts are surrounded by rubber softfall, making them accessible for those in wheelchairs. An inclusive carousel and social swing circle with adaptive seating can be found in the playground, which allows for greater participation and inclusivity. Concrete paths can be found throughout the park, as can accessible toilet facilities.

Booval Station is located about 1km away.

Read our detailed review of Cameron Park.

Capalaba Regional Park

Suburb: Capalaba

Capalaba Regional Park is a super cool family park featuring all-abilities facilities and design. A liberty swing, raised sand play tables, low-to-ground play opportunities, wide open spaces and plenty of flat pathways mean all children can be involved. The main bottom playground area is fully-fenced and several trees provide shade. Ample picnic areas, and ponds and lakes brimming with wildlife, make for a lovely outing in nature.

Read our detailed review of Capalaba Regional Park.

Captain Burke Park

Suburb: Kangaroo Point

Enjoy the City and river views from the nautical-themed Captain Burke Park, located under the Story Bridge. You will find a Liberty Swing here and paths which take in the views along the Brisbane River.

Accessible toilets are nearby, as is the Holman Street Ferry Terminal. Note – while the Holman Street Ferry Terminal is accessible, according to the Translink website, the Cross River Ferries which service this stop are not.

Read our detailed review of Captain Burke Park.

Flagstone Adventure Park

Suburb: Jimboomba

Adventure certainly awaits at this Flagstone park. For those in a wheelchair, there is an accessible carousel for spinning thrills, but if you are after something a little less ‘spinny’ there are some low-to-ground play panels and a cute reading circle you could join in (just don’t forget the books or your storytelling imagination).

Concrete paths run throughout the park with plenty of places to relax and soak up the atmosphere. Oh and did we mention a free water park is next to the playground!? 

Read our detailed review of Flagstone Adventure Park.

George Clayton Park

Suburb: Wynnum

Water views and sea breezes await at George Clayton Park in Wynnum, where you will find an accessible carousel and some low-to-ground play panels within this fenced playground. Outside the fenced area you will find nice wide paths and grassy areas along the waterfront waiting for families to explore them. Accessible toilets are nearby.

George Clayton Park is located 1.3km from the nearest train station, which is Manly Station.

Read our detailed review of George Clayton Park.

Hawthorne Park

Suburb: Hawthorne

The playground at Hawthorne Park is suited to a variety of ages and abilities and includes a ‘Sway Fun’ swing that is accessible by wheelchair, as well as a braille board and wheelchair accessible activity panels. Shade sails and the fact the playground is fully fenced adds to the appeal of this park. While there are accessible toilets nearby, they are not in the immediate playground vicinity, so keep this in mind when visiting. 

Several bus services travel down Riding Road, with a stop right outside Hawthorn Park.

Read our detailed review of Hawthorne Park.

Queens Park

Suburb: Ipswich

The playground at Queens Park has access for wheelchairs and includes a Liberty Swing. As an added benefit, wide, flat pathways create a route throughout the nearby Nature Centre which is always a fun way to spend some time.

Read our detailed review of Queens Park.

RJ Richardson

Suburb: Goodna

Enjoy play time at this riverside playground, which offers a contemporary steamboat themed playground including an inclusive orbit carousel which allows for a controlled spinning experience. Rubber softfall surrounds a large portion of the play equipment, with those in wheelchairs being able to access the ship front, complete with a steering wheel with a cool audio feature. Accessible toilets and car parking is connected to the playground via concrete paths.

RJ Richardson Park is located about 800m from Goodna Train Station.

Read our detailed review of RJ Richardson Park.

Rocks Riverside Park

Suburb: Seventeen Mile Rocks

Featuring playgrounds for different ages groups, fun water play, a Liberty Swing and plenty of open spaces, Rocks Riverside Park has a little something for all. The paths weaving through his park are wide, concreted and in excellent condition, perfect for prams and wheelchairs. Accessible toilets are on offer, as is a range of seating options and picnic facilities.

A public bus stops on Seventeen Mile Rocks not far from the entrance of Rocks Riverside Park.

Read our detailed review of Rocks Riverside Park.

Sunshine Park

Suburb: Ripley

Sunshine Park in Ripley is a beautifully bright playground boasting a green, gold and blue colour scheme which stands out. An all-abilities carousel allows children in wheelchairs to play with friends, while low-to-ground play panels and perhaps even the pump track may entertain others. A basketball half-court and handball markings could also be utilised. Unfortunately, there are no toilets at this park.

Read our detailed review of Sunshine Park.

Whiterock Adventure Playground

Suburb: Whiterock

With its intriguing play curl structure, free water play and natural exploration zones, it’s easy to see why Whiterock Adventure Playground and Splash Pad is a favourite among families.  The ground level carousel spinner is designed to be accessed by children of all abilities and promotes inclusive play, while pathways weave throughout the park. Depending on the wheelchair type, water play could also be a fun option. Accessible toilet facilities are available.

Read our detailed review of Whiterock Adventure Playground.

Have we missed your favourite wheelchair friendly playground on this list? Please drop us a message in the comments section below, and we will be sure to include it.