Top Rated Parks to Visit in Kingscliff

"A short 5 kilometre drive north of Surfers Paradise brings you to the impressive Broadwater Parklands, a three kilometre stretch of parklands along the foreshore in Southport. If you know where the Australia Fair shopping centre is, this park is directly across the road. The main playground is spread out and offers plenty of equipment to keep kids going of all ages for hours, including the usual favourites like the jumping pillow, flying fox and an awesome seesaw."

"The Broadwater Parklands is a massive recreational area running parallel to the coast. Best of all, it incorporates a range of different play areas to suit kids of all ages. The Rockpools playground forms part of the Broadwater Parklands and is best described as a water park that mimics its natural surroundings, offering a safe way to cool off on the Gold Coast for kids."

"The David Fleay Wildlife Park offers a relatively inexpensive way to get your kids interested in the care, conservation and welfare of the wildlife commonly found on the Gold Coast and further afield in Australia. As an education-focused heritage-listed park, it offers a quieter, more easily accessible alternative to some of the bigger parks in the area, especially if you’re pushing a pram. Click here for their website."

"Also located in Burleigh Heads, is David Fleay Wildlife Park. Dedicated to showcasing Queensland native species, you can have a chat with one of the dedicated wildlife rangers or choose to explore the park at your own pace. It’s also the only place you’ll see the brindled nailtail wallaby thought to be extinct for over 30 years!"

"Tallebudgera Creek Boardwalk Jodie Bray © Queensland Government. Venture along raised boardwalks through mangrove forests with abundant birdlife. Keep all your senses on high alert—you never know what you might see, smell or hear!"

"This not-so-secret swimming hole is just 15-minutes inland from Currumbin Beach and the perfect place to escape the crowds. Here in the valley, kids swing on ropes and leap off ledges into the cool, fresh water while parents lounge in the sun. Dogs are welcome and there are picnic tables, a barbecue area, toilets and a local convenience store just across the road."

"Drive 15 minutes west of the highway, from Coolangatta, and you’ll find yourself at the Currumbin Rock Pools. Just one of the awesome swimming holes in this area, you’ll feel like you’re far, far away from the gorgeous Gold Coast. The water can be a bit chilly, but it’s lovely when you finally get in."

"Currumbin Rock Pools are a 15-minute drive from Currumbin Beach. The drive is beautiful. Currumbin Creek Road follows the creek inland through the lovely Currumbin Valley."

"by Anastasia | Jan 3, 2018 | Playgrounds + Parks, Top 10 Playgrounds. The All Abilities Playground at Kurruwa in Broadbeach is one of our city's best playgrounds for all ages. It is fully enclosed and filled with excellent play equipment including two giant slides, climbing nets, flying fox, giant web swing, submarine, water and sand..."

"Broadbeach is home to one of the Gold Coast’s most unique playgrounds. Kurrawa focuses on catering towards children of all abilities, designed in tandem with Disability Services Queensland. Everything is bright and interactive, purposefully built to stimulate the minds’ of all children, no matter their age or ability."

"Kurrawa All Abilities Playground is an epic beachside kids park with guaranteed hours of fun for all ages and abilities"

"Distance: 54km Hike time: 3-5 daysThis one’s the big daddy of them all – that’s why they call it the Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk. Lace up your hiking boots on and prepare your leg muscles for a challenge. You’ll embark on a 54km hike along the rim of an ancient volcano through the most extensive areas of sub-tropical rainforest left on Planet Earth (and as biology buffs will tell you, what little is left of Australia’s remaining Antarctic beech cool temperate rainforest too)."

"Energy-boosting nibbles and plenty of water.Sunscreen and a hat.Bandaids and basic first-aid supplies.Camera or GoPro to capture your adventure.Swimsuits if there is a spot to take a dip.Raincoat or waterproof jacket, just in case.Mobile phone (although you might be out of range in many places). Disclosure: The writer loves visiting the Gold Coast’s National Parks, especially in winter when it’s too cold to go swimming. Looking for some Gold Coast accommodation?"

"The Gold Coast Hinterland Great Walk is a great tourist attraction for bushwalkers to the Gold Coast Hinterland. This area is famous for challenging hiking activities, bird watching and wildlife observation."

"A smallish park as far as actual equipment goes, but we like to find the balance between playground equipment and location. You know, kids attention spans can be short and we like to be able to walk to other things!. Queen Elizabeth Park has enough to keep the kids happy for a good period of time with swings, slides, and climbing activities, but where this park wins out is its proximity to the best of Cooly and southern beaches area."

"Right in the heart of Broadbeach and directly south of the Kurrawa Surf Club is Kurrawa Pratten Park. Another large playground area, actually there’s two equipment areas close to each other with great slides, climbing equipment, swings, a flying fox, and ample grass to kick a ball around on. There’s excellent BBQ and picnic facilities and what I love about this park is your right on the beach and opposite the main cafe strip of Broadbeach."

"If you are looking for things to do in Broadbeach, this park is one of our favourites. This is a fantastic beachside park with plenty of open space, bike paths and shady trees. It’s also home to Ben and Jerry’s Open Air Cinema which runs throughout summer."

"There’s less actual playground equipment here at Justins Park than the two previous mentioned, but from a Daddy perspective this is my favourite park purely becasue of where it is. Burleigh Heads is such a great family friendly town and this park is in the heart of everything. You’ve got the basic equipment like swings, slides, and monkey bars, plus plenty of BBQ and picnic facilities, but the kicker is your smack back overlooking beautiful Burleigh Beach with views all the way to Surfers Paradise."

"DJ Smith Memorial Park in Canungra has lots to offer kids ready for adventure play in a natural setting. This awesome Canungra playground is set back from the main road on Kidston Street. If you know Canungra well, you'll find it opposite The Outpost Cafe, and..."

"Albert Waterways Park, 61 Sunshine Boulevarde, Mermaid Waters 4218. Large parkland area with a playground located behind the Albert Waterways Community Centre and Broadbeach Library. Tagged as : , Parks & gardens"

"There's opera in the air and authentic Italian on the menu at Bambino Ristorante in Benowa. The new ‘bambino' of singing Gold Coast Chefs David and Tarscha De Vito, this elegantly styled venue located..."

"Over in Palm Beach you’ll find another great coffee spot worth heading out of the way for at Espresso Motto. The food is uncomplicated, fresh and delicious… just the way I like it!. 2/1389 Gold Coast Hwy, Palm Beach QLD 4221"

"For a no-fuss breaky with plenty of good vibes and a touch of vintage charm, it’s gotta be these pit stop professionals. Hot tip: You will truly regret not ordering the salted caramel thick shake."

"Pop in for a breakfast, lunch or dinner at M&G, this place is open early until late and has a menu that's full of crowd pleasers. Location: Ground Level"

"From endless ocean to sparkling skyline and hints of hinterland, nobody sets the scene for a smorgasbord quite like Four Winds. Queensland’s only revolving restaurant, 26 floors up and custom-built for the hotel, dishes up ever-changing 360-degree views … just don’t take too long piling up the prawn crackers and lose track of your table (hey, it happens). An iconic Gold Coast scene deserves local cuisine, so make a beeline for spanner crabs straight off the Southport boats and salad leaves from Canungra."

"The Four Winds revolving restaurant couples an extensive buffet menu with spectacular 360-degree views across the Gold Coast. Enjoy stunning views of the coast-line while digging into spring rolls, prawns, squid, roasted meats, oysters, mussels, pork belly, beef curry, fried rice, fish, BBQ pork, Caesar salad, pavolva, and much more. Prices vary across the week, and whether guests are dining for Lunch or Dinner."

"Ranging from buffet dinner to the best buffet breakfast, here’s our list of the best Gold Coast buffet that are kid friendly."

"Soaring above the sweeping golden beaches of Surfers Paradise is the Waves Seafood Buffet, Voco Hotel, a stylish contemporary retreat with every comfort provided for guests. The hotel boasts an array of facilities to enjoy including a day spa and hairdresser, two pools and a gymnasium. There is also a cafe, bar area with Social House, Clifford’s Grill & Lounge, Waves Buffet Restaurant that offers hungry diners an extensive all-you-can-eat buffet of colourful cuisines from across the globe."

"Families on the hunt for a seafood buffet Gold Coast can head over to the Waves Buffet Restaurant, located on Surfers Paradise Boulevard. Families can look forward to a variety of favourites, including prawns and oysters alongside International cuisines. Plus, adults and children can finish off the meal with a trip to the extensive dessert bar."

"Start the day right at the Waves Buffet Restaurant with a variety of classic breakfast dishes. Enjoy eggs (cooked to your liking), tropical fruit, and much more, opening from 6:30 am. Alternatively, make your way down in the evening for the seafood buffet."