This one-of-a-kind playground features a large slide tower, disk swing, zipline, small climbing walls and a spray park with misting features.

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Cottonwood Park

Kids can also play some sports, with basketball hoops and a baseball field right on-site.

Make a whole day of it and pack along some lunches, because you can enjoy a meal at one of the covered picnic areas rain-or-shine.
And the best part is, there’s lots of parking available (and clean washrooms!).

One thing is for sure, the kids (and parents) are going to have a ball here.

Address: 672 Aspen Street, Coquitlam

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These parks and play areas range from typical playgrounds worth checking out to ones by the water, with animals and more. We definitely think you’ll want to add these to your playground bucket list.

Take a look at these New Westminster playgrounds and start planning your next play date.

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Pier Park

This popular area recently got a makeover and it’s better than ever. New West reopened Pier Park Waterfront with a massive new playground. It is bright, appealing and has plenty of play structures, with a beautiful view of the water.

What’s not to love about this ‘natural feeling’ park which boasts lots of wooden structures perfect for climbing, sandbox and even a smaller structure for the littler ones. This playground is a climbing loving kid’s dream.

Queens Park

There is so much to do here at this park that is lovingly also called “Rainbow Playground” and it’s very well-known all over the Lower Mainland. Not only is the park and playground exceptionally large, but there is a splash pad as well as its own petting zoo (by donation). Come to play but you may spend a whole day here.

Ryall Park

Loads of fun for all ages at this park located at Queensborough. It has two playgrounds, one older big kids and one for littles ones. There is also a skate park, 2 tennis courts, and splash pad, so you have all sorts of play options here.

Hume Park

While at first glance it looks like a typical playground, there is a lot to do here simply because of the outdoor pool and splash park on a rubber pad. This park is catered to ages 5 to 12 but guarantees a lot of fun and cheer.

Quayside Park

This is a bright and fun park and fairly new (renovated in 2019). It has natural sand and water features, a wooden boat with a large slide, bouncy buoy’s that are a big attraction and tonnes of climbing areas as well. To add to that, there are also ping pong tables.

Moody Park

The design of this playscape is enough to check this playground out. Its circular and provides has a space vibe to it in fact it’s called space2place. There is also a spray park and the playground was created to reflect the community’s desire for innovative play. It makes it really worth checking out.

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This playground in Coquitlam nestled in the treetops of Mundy Park is a dream come true for kids as it combines a treehouse with a play area.

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The playground features a larger play structure designed for older kids, as well as a toddler playhouse for tots.

It has something for every kid, from swings and teeter-totters to a spinning carousel and lots of slides.

The surrounding Mundy Park has a plethora of walking trails to enjoy, including an easy 4 km perimeter trail.

And with shaded picnic areas and bench seating, pack along a lunch and make a whole day of it.

There’s also lots of parking available on-site.

Treetop Playground in Coquitlam

Where: Mundy Park

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This charming local park is home to a variety of attractions, including a massive zipline swing that is sure to thrill visitors of all ages.

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Brydon Park Zipline Swing

The highlight of Brydon Park is undoubtedly the impressive zipline swing. Staring off on a slope and spanning a fairly long distance, the zipline allows riders to soar through the air at fairly fast speeds.

This exhilarating experience gives a sense of flying as riders glide over the park’s beautiful green spaces. The ride is designed to be both thrilling and safe, making it a popular attraction for children and adults alike.

 

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Additional Amenities at Brydon Park

While the zipline swing is the star of the show, Brydon Park offers much more for visitors to enjoy:

• Playground: In addition to the zipline, the park features a well-equipped playground with swings, slides, climbing structures, and other interactive play equipment that caters to children of various ages.
• Walking Trails: The park boasts scenic walking trails that meander through its lush landscapes and ponds. These paths are perfect for a leisurely stroll, providing opportunities to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings.
• Picnic Areas: Families and groups can take advantage of the designated picnic areas, complete with tables, shaded spots and washrooms nearby.
• Sports Facilities: For those looking to stay active, the park offers sports facilities such as basketball courts, a baseball diamond and open fields.
• Dog Friendly: For those wanting to bring their furry friends, there is also an off leash area.

Brydon Park

Location: 198 st and, 53 Ave, Langley, BC V3A 1G1

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All across the Lower Mainland and Tri-cities we are fortunate to have a number of playscapes that are guaranteed to spark adventure in your littles, or even in yourself. Fortunately, we didn’t have to look so hard.

Here are some of the best playgrounds in Metro Vancouver that you will want to check out.

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The Best Playgrounds in Metro Vancouver

Vancouver

Some of the best playgrounds offer the best views, along with play structures. Slidey Slides in Hastings, as well as Creekside Park are ones that offer those mountain and landscape views that make it even more spectacular.

Other popular ones to check out include Mount Pleasant Park and also Granville Waterpark. Check out the full list of Vancouver’s top playgrounds here.

Tri-Cities

Como Lake, Cottonwood Park, Rocky Point Park, Queenston Park… these are some of the most sought after playgrounds in the Tri-Cities (Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam and Port Moody). The beauty of these parks is the bright attraction and focus on climbing structures that make the drive worth it. In fact, all the parks have reviews that suggest little ones can play there for hours. Check out more of the Tri-Cities best playgrounds here.

New Westminster

The sun seems to shine down a lot on the Royal City or maybe it seems that way with the way the playgrounds gleam. New Westminster includes some of Metro Vancouver’s best playgrounds, some are new and some are just bright and cheery and spacious.

Ones worth checking out include: Sapperton Park, Queen’s Park and Pier Park, to name a few. Check out 7 other notable playgrounds in New Westminster here.

Richmond

Richmond has no shortage of entertaining and unique parks and playgrounds. In fact, some of the best nature centric playgrounds with large areas exist in Richmond. Some favourites for visitors and residents include: Terra Nova Rural Park, King George Park, Steveston Community Park, and even the MacArthurGlen playground.

A full round-up of Richmond playgrounds worth checking out can be found here.

Langley

With a city that is developing plenty of new homes and facilities, comes some brand new playgrounds to check out. Penzer Parkour Park is one of those new and interestingly modern playgrounds that offers something for all ages. Others that are worth the drive include: Willoughby Community Centre and Williams Park, both of which have climbing structures you can notice from the car.

Check out all of Langley’s best playgrounds here.

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Langley has been recently turning out new developments, new homes, businesses and neighbourhoods. Therefore, it’s no surprise that there are really great parks to play at in the city as well.

Here is our round-up of must-see playgrounds in the Langley area.

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Langley Playgrounds To Check Out

Brydon Park

 

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Brydon park has some amazing climbing structures and a little carousel. However, the coolest part of this playground is definitely the unique zipline swing ride that allows your child to swing across the playground on a thrilling little ride.

Penzer Parkour Park

 

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Penzer Parkour Park is definitely worth a visit. There is a whole parkour area in this park that is spectacular. In addition to that, there are lots of areas for climbing with both wooden structures and bouncy tires, as well as fun rubber matted hills. The in-ground trampoline, bike park with pump track, skate park all add to the unique vibe of this playground.

Murrayville Outdoor Activity Park

 

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This playground is a paradise for children who love to climb, explore, balance, and play in the sand. The rock climbing towers, connected by a wobbly bridge, provide a thrilling experience for kids who want to conquer new heights. There are also three slides, a saucer swing, and spring riders to provide a variety of play options. The playground also features a nature hunt game that encourages kids to explore the environment around them.

Willoughby Community Centre

 

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This playgrounds sits right beside the Langley Events Centre and is a a perfect play place for toddlers and school-aged kids. This fenced off area has a soft turf which allows for safe play. The massive tree tower has a swirly side, and has many features including a rock wall, climbing features and plenty of miniature play structures. The large area also includes a splash pad for warmer weather days.

Aldergrove Credit Union Community Complex Playground

 

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The Aldergrove CUCC is a fantastic beach themed playground situated right beside the water park. Recommended for toddlers that are a bit older, the playground boasts 3 tall and exciting slides that offer just the right amount of thrill without being too fast. Several tall and challenging climbing routes are also available for kids who love to explore and challenge their physical limits. The playground also features a soft, squishy floor surface, unique net bridge at the top of the structure, and cute surf board shaped benches.

City Park

 

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Who doesn’t love a dinosaur themed playground? This place hosts hours of fun with multiple slides (3 beside each other for fun play dates) and even a smaller one for younger kids. There are rock shaped climbing structures, hidden dino eggs, and a nearby waterpark. The park sits nestled in a beautiful park setting with picnic tables all around.

Williams Park

 

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This park and playground has a very naturistic vibe with both river and forest views. The playground is made mostly of natural materials and provides a large amount of climbing and physical fun that is sure to tucker the kids out. There’s a sheltered picnic area, gazebo, swimming hole, as well as outdoor fitness equipment.

Linwood Park

 

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This park is widely enjoyed by all ages. There is a zip line and unique monkey bars which allow for a lot of fun swinging around. The park itself is catered to be diverse for young kids as well as toddlers and is rated quite highly amongst local residents.

Douglas Park

 

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Located in downtown Langley, this fenced off play park has a water park, bowling green, sports box, hoops and more. The playground itself has a number of fun and unique climbing structures including a sphere, as well as multiple slides. There is beautiful green space to enjoy a full day of fun.

Hazel Grove Park

 

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This may be a Surrey park but still very close to Langley, Hazelgrove Park is a 3.5-hectares (8.65 acres) community park that has everything. This includes a playground, a concrete parkour park, splash area, tennis courts, basketball courts and more. There is something for all ages, and there’s a large field for those who just want to lay in the sun.

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Also known as Trout Lake Park, the serene 27-hectare park reaches full autumn bloom mid to late October and it’s truly a sight to be seen.

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It’s the perfect place to get some fall shots with vibrant shades of red, orange and yellow lining the pristine lake.

Leaf-peepers may even want to bring along a blanket and have a cozy picnic while they’re at it. Or just act like a kid again and jump into a crunchy pile of leaves.

 

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One thing is for sure though, you’re definitely going to want to have a pumpkin spice latte while soaking up all this beautiful foliage.

And the sprawling beach area and wildlife habitat surrounding the lake may just make you forget you’re still in the city.

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John Hendry Park

Where: 3300 Victoria Drive, Vancouver

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This hidden gem of greenery and tranquility serves as a retreat from the bustling city life. It offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, and the best part is, it’s free to visit.

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Sendall Gardens

Originally established in the early 1900s, Sendall Gardens was once the private estate of the Sendall family, who carefully cultivated the land into a charming garden.

Over the years, the property changed hands, and in the 1970s, the City of Langley acquired the site. Thanks to the foresight of the city’s leaders, the gardens were preserved, ensuring that future generations could experience the enchantment of this green oasis.

 

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This beautiful botanical garden in Langley features 3.67 acres of unique plants, shrubs and trees. From the vibrant hues of the Rose Garden to the tranquility of the Japanese Garden, there is something to captivate every nature lover’s heart.

There is also a tropical greenhouse with a variety of colourful exotic plants that is open from April 1 to October 1.

 

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It is a great place to take a break. Whether it is going through the trails or reading a book by the pond in the garden. The free open garden is like a mini Vandusen Garden’s right in the city of Langley.

The garden also hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year. Plus it can be rented out for special celebrations.

 

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Sendall Gardens is conveniently located in the heart of Langley at 201A Street & 50 Avenue. Admission is free, making it an accessible and affordable day out for all.

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It features a giant T-Rex head on top of a climbing structure, a climbing wall that looks like a dinosaur spine and giant dino eggs to climb inside of.

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Park-goers can also enjoy lots of bouldering walls and other unique features like a face-to-face swing, a giant spinner and a wooden climbing area.

Find it behind the Al Anderson Memorial Pool. There’s free parking available nearby, just off 205A Street between 48 Avenue and 51B Avenue.

 

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Make a whole day of it and check out the splash pad and outdoor pool, as well as a scenic creek, wooded area and walking paths right behind the park.

 

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Dinosaur Playground In Langley

Park name: City Park Langley

Address: 20577-20605 48 Ave, Langley, BC V3A 3L6. Find it behind the Al Anderson Memorial Pool

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We’ve rounding up some of our favourite playgrounds amongst Port Moody, Port Coquitlam and Coquitlam. These playgrounds offer play structures, look bright and cheery, and clearly Instagram worthy.

Take a look and add to your Tri-Cities playgrounds to your weekend play list.

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Tri-Cities Playgrounds Worth Checking Out

Riley Park – Coquitlam

 

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Located at the corner of Burke Village Promenade and Riley Street in the Smiling Creek neighbourhood, Riley Park is a 3.5 acre park situated on Burke Mountain. The playground at Riley Park is perfect for children aged 1.5 and above and boasts numerous features, including slanty climbing hills, a roller slide, saucer swings, a climbing wall, and a rope bridge. With the most attractive feature of the playground is the hill-side slides. The park also provides picnic benches, a built-in hammock, and a telescope viewing platform.

Queenston Park – Coquitlam

 

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This colourful playground has so many options for dynamic play. With a naturally occurring hill, a safe and bright rubber flooring, ladders and more, this is a great place to give your kids a lot of activity and fun.

Mundy Park – Coquitlam

 

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This is a new playground in the area that caters to kids of all ages. There are jungle gyms, swings, seesaws, and a house with a tunnel, all in a forested setting with shade. There are also many benches and a picnic area to allow for a place to snack and play.

Rochester Park – Coquitlam

 

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This park is a favourite amongst locals as it is a uniquely designed infrastructure with something for all ages. The area includes a skate park, trails, climbing wall and even a spray/water park when the weather warms up.

Como Lake Playground – Coquitlam

 

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This is a beautiful park, especially with the sun shining. Sitting beside the lake it offers a nice view, but it also hosts a little boat and rubber flooring, making it a fun place for little ones to run around. The area loops around the lake and is also stroller-friendly.

Blue Mountain Playground & Park  – Coquitlam

 

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The wading pool and spray park alone make this a great attraction for kids. However there is also a paved bike path, modern playground and picnic area that make it a favourite in summer days (or hot spring ones).

Cottonwood Park – Coquitlam

 

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Located in Burquitlam, this park has been going through upgrades since 2018. The is a new playground and water play area with a picnic shelter. They are also expecting to finish the softball diamond, soccer field, and other amenities soon.

Lions Park – Port Coquitlam

 

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This playground is one to rival others and should be added to your list of must visit spring places. With a visual display of fun, it also has a zip line, a bike track/skate park and a riverside nature trail. The playground itself has many “zones” for kids of all ages including huge silver tube slide, huge tire, jungle gym and lots of climbing structures.

Rocky Point Park – Port Moody

 

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This park caters to kids aged 5-12, and includes a spray park as well as structures and swings for all ages. The biggest draw is definitely the exceptionally large water park area in the summer and an outdoor pool. The sought out Rocky Point ice cream resides here as well, making this park even more desirable.

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