What makes it 88% Kids-Friendly: Large and toddler playgrounds, sports courts and skate bowls keep 3–12-year-olds active all day; shade, toilets and BBQs help parents, but there is no staff, so close supervision and own gear are vital.
Why 2–3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time for play, sports, picnic and rest without rushing the kids.
Play Zone Climbing Frame:
Let older kids conquer the large climbing frame and slide.
Tip: Have them wear closed shoes to protect toes on the climbs.
Toddler Play Corner:
Supervise younger children on low swings and the small slide.
Tip: Keep a spare change of clothes for little ones who use the floor toys.
Flex Zone Sports:
Challenge kids to table tennis, basketball, soccer or the rock wall.
Tip: Bring a lightweight ball and collapsible paddles in a small bag.
Skate Zone Bowls:
Watch older kids ride scooters or skates in the concrete bowls.
Tip: Pack knee and elbow pads; bowls can be slippery after rain.
Picnic & BBQ Area:
Spread out lunch or grill on free barbecue units.
Tip: Arrive early to claim a sheltered table before peak times.

SV Journeyman
Very well maintained park and playground. Great kidz playground
Matthew Yager
Only really used the skatepark part but seems very comprehensive on different parts of play areas even has a toilets. Presented well as it was clean and not vandalised with broken equipment.
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Franklin Recreation Playground Location - 78 Gwen Meredith Loop, Franklin ACT 2913 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ✅Toilets ✅Shade Sail ✅Tree Shade ✅Car park ✅Bins ✅Picnic Area 🏀 Rage Cage (multi sport) 🛹 Skatepark 🏋️Outdoor Gym Equipment Multiple play areas for all ages features multiple play sections all covered with shade sails and two seperate covered bbq areas, grass fields, skatepark, cricket nets and a mu...
Alistair Nitz
Franklin Recreational Park is a fantastic facility for all families. There's plenty to do for little kids as well as the older kids. There are plenty of playground equipment to keep kids entertained for hours. When not on the swings and the climbing equipment they can be playing basketball or riding their scooters in the skate bowl. They're also cricket nets to keep and wide spaces to throw the f...
Muna Adhikari
Best park in Franklin. Has got most of the facilities and amenities that a local park should have. Swings, skate, TT, Cricket, football, gym etc.. Only problem there is that they have the BBQ space there and some of the people leave the place in a mess after partying. I really wish people to be sensible about the environment and cleanliness of the place as it’s not for one time use. Other than tha...
In summer bring sunscreen, hats and extra water. In winter layer up and check for mud after rain.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | AUD 0 |
| Charcoal pack | AUD 5 |
| Picnic food and snacks | AUD 30 |
| Total Estimated | AUD 35 |
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Address: 78 Gwen Meredith Loop, Franklin ACT 2913, Australia
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