Lake Eden Playground

If you’re after somewhere the kids can get properly wet while you actually sit in the shade and relax, this one delivers. The water feature is the main draw, and on a hot Queensland day the kids will not want to leave — fair warning. Lake Eden sits right there beside you, so the whole spot has that easy, breezy feel that makes it worth the trip even if you’re not chasing play equipment. Pack a picnic, grab one of the tables under the trees, and let the little ones burn energy on the open grass while you watch the water. Locals come here for the walking path too, so it works just as well for an after-school lap with the dog as it does for a weekend family outing.