Deadmans Gully Playground

Right near the beach at Clifton Beach, this local favourite gets plenty of use from families who’ve figured out the perfect formula — morning swim, then burn off whatever energy’s left on the climbing structure and slides. The shade trees make a real difference on hot Queensland days, and parents can actually relax at the picnic tables without losing sight of the kids. It suits the 2-10 crowd well, with enough variety to keep older kids busy while little ones tackle the swings. The open grass field next door is handy when someone inevitably wants to kick a ball around after. Parking is straightforward, which makes the whole beach-and-playground combo genuinely easy to pull off on a weekday or weekend.