Playful Backyard Spaces That'll Keep Your Kids Outside All Summer

Updated on June 24, 2018 at 11:20 AM

Don't stop inside when it comes to kid decor, because the backyard provides endless possibilities for play! Sure, you could build an impressive playhouse, but there are plenty of other ideas for decorating outside that your kids will love. Put in a sandpit, turn a corner into a cute spot with bright bunting, or set up your own sand kitchen. Ahead, you'll find nearly 50 outdoor play spots that are sure to inspire your next weekend project.

Corner of Wonder

Neutral Playtime

Activity Corner

Sunny Playset

Bright and Simple

Sandy and Sweet

Happy Little House

Swing Along

Bright Bunting

The Big Dig

Shady Spot

Get to Work

Magnet Madness

Picnic For Two

Fun Zone

Tree Stump Seating

Construction Zone

Tent For Two

Step Right Up

Serving Up Turquoise

Get Gardening

Plexiglass Easel

Chalk It Up

Fun For Everyone

Monkeying Around

Bright and White

Tiny House

Swinging Setup

Swing Around

Chalk Spot

Farm Life

Little Lounge

Slide Along

Stripes in the Shade

To the Trees

Perfect Perch

Playset to the Side

In the Garden

Bucket Up, Slide Down

Watering Hole

A-Frame Fun

Laid-Back Tent Life

All Fenced In

Mini Striped Set

Tires to Organize

Mud Kitchen

Garden to Grow

Pop of Pink

Climb Aboard

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Fashion

Fitness

Beauty

Love

Family

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Playful Backyard Spaces That'll Keep Your Kids Outside All Summer

Corner of Wonder

Neutral Playtime

Activity Corner

Sunny Playset

Bright and Simple

Sandy and Sweet

Happy Little House

Swing Along

Bright Bunting

The Big Dig

Shady Spot

Get to Work

Magnet Madness

Picnic For Two

Fun Zone

Tree Stump Seating

Construction Zone

Tent For Two

Step Right Up

Serving Up Turquoise

Get Gardening

Plexiglass Easel

Chalk It Up

Fun For Everyone

Monkeying Around

Bright and White

Tiny House

Swinging Setup

Swing Around

Chalk Spot

Farm Life

Little Lounge

Slide Along

Stripes in the Shade

To the Trees

Perfect Perch

Playset to the Side

In the Garden

Bucket Up, Slide Down

Watering Hole

A-Frame Fun

Laid-Back Tent Life

All Fenced In

Mini Striped Set

Tires to Organize

Mud Kitchen

Garden to Grow

Pop of Pink

Climb Aboard

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