Activities for Kids

6 NYC Playgrounds Where Climbers Can Reach New Heights

At these cool playgrounds kids can scale walls, nets and even a pyramid putting traditional jungle gyms to shame.

By rtstephaniepedersen September 10, 2014

You know those days when your kids are climbing the walls? Maybe even literally, climbing the sofas, the beds, and anything else they can scale in your apartment? Head out to one of these NYC playgrounds where you’ll find nets, pyramids, walls and more to climb that’ll put traditional jungle gyms to shame.

Image courtesy of Alice Perry

Gantry Plaza State Park

Situated on the East River in Queens, you can take in gorgeous views of the city while your kids play atGantry Plaza State Park. The colorful play area has a little of everything including sit-and-spin cups, but it's the one-of-a-kind climbing equipment that kids gravitate toward most.

Location: 4-09 47th Rd., Long Island City

Transport: 7 train to Vernon/Jackson

Looking for more of NYC’s best playgrounds? Check out Red Tricycle’s post on Manhattan’s Top 10 Coolest Playgrounds and 5 Playgrounds Perfectly Sized for Toddlers.

Where does your little climber like to burn off energy? Tell us in a Comment.

–Stephanie Pedersen