Backyard Playground Ideas

When you have kids, you will want to have a nice playground area in your backyard for them to burn off some energy. There are many playground ideas that your kids will love, and many are very affordable and easy to set up. Your child will be delighted to have his or her own playground in their backyard. Remember, try and pick areas for your equipment that will be in both sun and shade, so that the kids are protected.

  1. Swing Sets and Slides

    • Of course, a swing set is one of the more traditional backyard playground ideas that there is, but it is still a highly popular one. There are many easy, build-it-yourself kits that can be bought or you can hire a company to build your own custom-made swing set. You can choose from the traditional swings, climbing rings and bars, slides and more. Make sure that the swings can be adjusted in height to accommodate your growing child.

    Sandboxes

    • Kids love sand and a backyard sandbox is sure to keep them busy for hours at a time. Sandboxes can be bought at many large retail stores, as well as at toy stores. You can choose from smaller varieties, to the larger, more intricate designs. Play sand is cheap and can also be found in most toy stores. Make sure you fill the sand box with lots of shovels, pails, sand molds, castles and more. You will also want to make sure you choose a sand box with a lid, so that animals, rain and debris do not get in the sandbox.

    Trampolines

    • One of the most popular backyard ideas is a trampoline. Trampolines, which can be found in a variety of sizes, will give the kids something to burn off their energy, as they are fun for children of all ages. A trampoline should always have a safety net, so that those playing on them do not fall and get hurt. A trampoline is a great addition for any backyard playground, as long as they are always supervised by a responsible adult.

    Swimming Pools

    • Those who live in areas where it can get warm will benefit from having a swimming pool in their backyard. Swimming pools come in many sizes. Babies and small toddlers can enjoy smaller wading pools to splash around in. Many come with small slides for kids that are of walking age. Larger pools are fairly inexpensive nowadays. Pools that are 3 to 4 feet deep can be bought for a small price and provide years of enjoyment for the whole family.

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