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West Playground at Murphey Candler Park

📍 North Brookhaven, GA

★4.1(7 Google reviews)

West Playground at Murphey Candler Park features non-traditional swings, slides, a small chalkboard, and outdoor musical instruments, set within one of Atlanta's most popular lakeside parks.

✓ musical instruments✓ unique equipment✓ lakeside park✓ sensory play✓ toddler-friendly
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★★★★Featured review by Emily A

Non-traditional swings, slides, small chalkboard, and musical instruments.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with toddlers and early-elementary kids who respond well to sensory and creative play. The musical instruments and chalkboard add engagement for imaginative children. The wider park suits all ages for extended visits.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Combine with a walk around Candler Lake directly within the same park
⏰The musical instruments are popular — plan to linger longer than a typical playground visit
đŸŽŸī¸Parking is available along the park road; arrive early on weekends when the wider park fills up

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.1
★★★★★

7 Google reviews

Unique play equipment55%
Great park setting45%
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Emily A

★★★★★

“Non-traditional swings, slides, small chalkboard, and musical instruments.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Tucked inside Murphey Candler Park near Candler Lake, this playground stands out for its non-standard equipment lineup — musical instruments, non-traditional swings, and a small chalkboard add sensory variety beyond typical play structures. The broader park offers walking trails around the lake, sports fields, and picnic areas, making it easy to turn a playground visit into a longer family outing. Rated 4.7 across six reviews.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday07:00 – 19:00
Tuesday07:00 – 19:00
Wednesday07:00 – 19:00
Thursday07:00 – 19:00
Friday07:00 – 19:00
Saturday07:00 – 19:00
Sunday07:00 – 19:00

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