Best Playgrounds in Sherwood Park for Families (Near Edmonton)
Explore the best Playgrounds in Sherwood park
Sherwood Park offers some of the best family-friendly playgrounds in the Edmonton area, with a mix of adventure play structures, spray parks, and quiet neighborhood spaces. This guide highlights the top playgrounds for kids of all ages, from toddlers to older children looking for climbing and active play.
In this guide, you’ll find detailed breakdowns of each location, what makes them special, and who they’re best suited for.
Best Parks in Edmonton for Families
Broadmoor Lake Park – Best All-Around Playground + Spray Park
Broadmoor Lake Park is one of the most popular family destinations in Sherwood Park thanks to its large playground, spray park, and scenic walking loop.
What makes it great:
Two separate playgrounds suited to all ages play: toddler playground to challenging climbing ropes courses and tall, tower-climber (note the slide is currently out of order as of June 2026).
The pirate ship themed spray park is a popular choice for all ages to cool off.
The picnic shelter can be booked and is perfect for Edmonton birthday parties and can be used when empty.
The spray park is fully accessible
Yohemas Park – Best for Toddlers & Climbing Play
Yohemas Park is a favorite for younger children thanks to its soft play areas, creative climbing structures, and open space for imaginative play.
What makes it great:
Toddler and young-child-friendly egg climber based on popular designs for older children.
Small scale playground with marble run to bring small cars and marbles.
Bench seats but very little shade available - bring sunscreen!
Cambrian Playground - Best Open Ended Natural Playground
Cambrian Natural Playground is one of the most impressively designed playgrounds in Sherwood Park with the rainbow wave climber that’s perfected for hours of open-ended play.
What makes it great:
Open ended natural play design with play features atop and and below the wave climber
Lots of wide open space for running - and picnics
This playground is not accessible but parking is nearby
Hearthstone Playground – Best Adventure Play Features
Hearthstone Playground stands out for its more adventurous equipment, including climbing elements and unique play structures that encourage active exploration.
What makes it great:
Double slides and a ‘fort’ feel with the enclosed play area on top
Popular zipline feature for older kids
Hearthstone Playground is perfect for school aged children
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Eton Musical Playground – Best Neighborhood Park
Eton Musical Playground near Emerald Hills and Aspen Trails in Sherwood Park is a popular choice for pinics becuase it’s so close to The Italian Centre - you can grab a snack, part at teh Italian Centre, and walk right over.
What makes it great:
Unique, musical playground design
Popular community playground with seating that makes it easy to connect with new friends!
Secluded playground makes for easy child-watching, but parking can be tricky (you can park on the road but we suggest parking at The Italian Centre)
Westboro Elementary School - Best Sherwood Park Accessible Playground
Westboro Elementary school has a fantastic accessible playground with a hidden playground - that’s a bit more of a classic relic - tucked behind the school in a classic Sherwood Park neighbourhood.
What makes it great:
Fully accessible playground
Expansive playground that’s great for all ages of kids!
Classic playground tucked behind the back side of the school
FAQ – Sherwood Park Playgrounds
What is the best playground in Sherwood Park?
The best playground is Sherwood Park is hard to choose! There are plenty of adventures to have, depending on what type of playground your looking for. For older children, it’s Broadmoor Lake, with the challenging climbers. For ninja-playground obsessed kids? It’s Cambrian Playground. For Toddlers? Yohemas Park.
Are there spray parks in Sherwood Park?
There are five spray parks in Sherwood Park but two are the most popular - and more than just a small neighbourhood splash zone. Visit Broadmoor Lake with the pirate themed spray park and Clover Bar Ranch for a perfect afternoon picnic destination to cool off this summer.
Which playground is best for toddlers?
Eton Playground and Yohemas Playground are the best choices for toddler playgrounds in Sherwood Park. The smaller-scale climbers and tucked away design make it simple to keep even the smallest family members in sight.
