Pat Fagan Playground

Right on Marine Parade with Rainbow Bay basically at your feet, this one’s hard to beat for a casual family outing in Coolangatta. The beach access is the real drawcard — you can watch the kids play and have the sand and surf ready to go the moment they’re done. It’s set up with accessibility in mind, which makes it a solid choice if you’re bringing little ones with different needs. Locals know to combine it with a walk along the esplanade and maybe fish and chips nearby. Simple, easy, and genuinely well-located.