50 Best Outdoor Toys for Kids in 2022

The Little Tikes Easy Store Junior Picnic Table is obviously aimed at little kids, but every little kid needs a toy picnic table in their lives. It’s perfect for kids aged 18 months to 5 years, and it seats up to 4 children. It comes with an umbrella to give them a shady break on the hotter summer days. And when they’re not using the toy picnic table to play, they’re able to use it for snack time.

The best way to think about Boochie is to think of it as a ring toss game with various twists. First, players throw out the soft foam Boochie Ball, and then they try to land their beanball and hoop as close to it as possible. On their wrists, players wear a spinwheel-type device that gives different twists on how they throw their ball and hoop every round, such as throwing on one foot, between their legs, behind your back, and more.

The game can be played with up to four players, and each game lasts roughly 15 minutes (but it will be played more than once). It’s one of the most fun kids outdoor toys there is, and it’ll keep them amused for hours. We also included Boochie on our list of the best outdoor games for kids.

Grilling outdoors is the absolute best, and nothing beats standing next to dear old Dad by the grill as he chars your chicken kabobs. With the Little Tikes Cook ‘n Play Outdoor BBQ, they can pretend to be the outdoor chef during all of the family BBQs. It comes with working oven and fridge doors, clicking knobs on the grill, and the grill has two-levels for twice the pretend cooking capabilities! It also has a small side sink and a side rest for their grilling utensils. At $50, it’s a great value for the amount of fun your kids will get out of it.

We also included the Cook ‘n Play in our list of the best toy grills – your kids will love it!

Let your kids discover how high they can make a missile launch with the Blast Pad Advanced Missile Launcher. It’s simple to set up, and your children will have a blast. It folds down to store neatly into the base for easy storage, and when in use, the launch tube extends to 31″ tall. It’s one of the best outdoor toys for boys that will allow him to get the energy out, as it’s a safe way for them to get out their need to create some “havoc.” It’s one of the best outdoor toys for kids for ages 6 and up.

If there’s one thing we’re certain of, it’s that kids love water toys, getting dirty, and playing together. The Little Tikes Garden Table allows them to do all three. It comes with 4 flower pots, 2 soil discs, 2 flowers, a rake, a shovel, a sifter tray, and a watering can.

The table itself encourages multiple children to play at once, and it has a basin that can hold water (there’s a drain plug for draining purposes). Of course, we’d encourage you to allow them to use real dirt instead of those soil discs, but they’ll have fun either way.

The Tikes Garden Table is easily one of the best kids outdoor toys for toddlers and those up to age 5.

Looking for the best water tables? We’ve got you covered there, too.

Previous dump truck set we have shown you was a pretty basic one. It is time to step up the game and go introduce you to one awesome set from Tommy. This kit includes a John Deere inspired dump truck as well as a front loader. Both of these are made of high-quality plastics which are perfectly safe even when exposed to direct sunlight. Wheels on both the truck and the front end loader are free rolling, meaning that they probably won’t break down anytime soon.

The size of the truck and loader is pretty small, making it a great choice for younger kids. With this particular combination of toys, TOMY has given you a chance to make your kid’s sandpit experience that much better. In terms of build quality, we are looking at a pretty outstanding model. It is much smaller than our previous dump truck, however, it has its benefits that are too good to ignore.

Check out more awesome John Deere toys here, and if you don’t have a good sandbox yet, check out our list of the best kids sandboxes to find one within your budget.

When summer time comes around, any playtime involving water will get kids excited to no end. Since water parks are not always an option due to their distance or your schedule as a parent, why not bring one to your backyard? Buckets Of Fun 6 in 1 backyard water park does exactly that. It is a lightweight construction that includes awesome features such as water and sand tables. There is also an automatic bubble maker, a side sprayer, and even a play car wash.

Needless to say, your kids will spend hours playing with this thing on those hot sunny days. Putting everything together is pretty easy thanks to a rather decent manual that comes with the package. All you really need is a water hose to feed into the system and you are set. Once it’s time to get dry and back into the house, you can easily disassemble the water park for easy storage.

Want more water fun for your kids this summer? Check out our list of the best kiddie pools you can buy.

One of the most popular toys of the 2015 Christmas season were these swivel rolling ride on cars, and PlasmaCar has them for just $50.58. There are a variety of colors available, including red, pink, green, sky blue, and more. It’s easy to put together, and it’s fun for all ages. It’s made of heavy-duty materials, and the rubberized wheels make for a faster ride on rougher surfaces. Your kids will have a blast, regardless of their age.

Mini golf is great, but you can’t exactly set up a mini golf game in your yard (unless you have the time and dedication, which if you do, kudos, Parent of the Year). But what you can do is pick up the Wham-O Mini Frisbee Golf Kit, which your kids will enjoy immensely. It’s able to be used both indoors and outside, and it plays like Par 3 golf. The kit comes with six mini Frisbee discs and one target.

The Djubi Classic Game brings a new twist to catch — instead of throwing the ball, you use a launching hook that is attached to the racket and a ball that sends the ball flying up to 100′ in the air. The other player catches the ball with the deep net, and then it’s their turn to launch the ball. Players aim their shot by pointing the racket towards their target.

Water toys are absolutely essential for the hot summer months ahead, and the Sprinkle N Splash Mat is perfect for getting your young ones wet. It sends multiple streams of water into the air, and it creates what I’d like to call a big puddle (because it’s not deep enough to be considered a pool by any standards). It’s also great for dogs to run through for a quick cool off. Best of all, it comes in at under $20.

The Little Tikes Spiralin Seas Waterpark Play Table is the best water fun play table on the market. It has a unique spiral in the center that allows your child to put a ball into it, and after doing so, the ball goes round and round and down into the water. It comes with a water cup and five round characters that squire water for them to play with. It’s one of the best outside toys for toddlers there is.

Bean bag toss games are nothing new, but Melissa & Doug’s version is perfect. It’s a double-sided bean bag game that’s great fun for babies and small children. It’s highly portable, and it can be played with at the park, the beach, or in the yard. It’s bright and colorful, and it’s made with high quality materials (like all Melissa & Doug toys are). It’s a great children’s outdoor toy for babies and toddlers.

We’ve seen plenty of illuminating frisbees before, but FlitebyNite’s Lumi-Niter is better, since it uses glow sticks instead of LEDs. It gives extended hours of fun out of the sun for when the moon comes up. Because it uses glow sticks, you don’t have to worry about batteries or chargers. It’s just ready when you are, and it includes 16 glowsticks.

The idea of having to bend down to draw with your kids is not a good one, which is why this company created Walkie Chalk. Now, you’re able to stand up and draw (as are your kids) with the adjustable extendable stick that basically holds your chalk. Not only does it provide some relief for back pain prone parents, but it also allows kids to have a unique way to draw with their chalk — one that doesn’t result in chalky clothes, either!

Premier Kites is the #1 kite manufacturer in the country, and if you want to take your kite flying to an entirely new level, check out their massive, 21 ft Dia De Los Muertos Skeleton Kite. This beautifully designed kite has a skeleton face designed in a Dia de Los Muertos-themed colorway, and the head, itself, works as the kite, while the skeleton’s body serves as the tail, dancing as it blows through the wind. There’s also a 21 ft pirate kite available as well, and there are smaller versions, too.

What we have next is another awesome water table, this time from Step2. Compared to the previous water tables on our list, this one features a more creative design. You get two main tubs with individual compartments. These are sitting on a sturdy base that has supports on three sides, preventing the table from tipping over easily. The entire table holds up to 5.5 gallons of water.

What’s cool about the Step2 Spill & Splash Seaway water table is that it comes with a couple of toy divers, dolphins as well as various other accessories. If it is too hot and sunny outside, you can deploy the umbrella that comes with the table. This way your kids will spend hours of fun in shade, completely safe from exposure. Overall build quality of the table is pretty good even though it is made of plastic. It can easily support the weight of the water and is simple to assemble.

If you have a sand pit or plan on taking a beach vacation with your kids, Big Dig Ride-On working crane is something you need to check out. As its name states, we are looking at a fully functioning crane that has a loader bucket at the end. Unlike most real front end loaders, this crane is purely mechanical. It comes in two versions, one that features a static base and one that comes with wheels. In terms of build quality, you are looking at a pretty bullet proof.

We are talking all metal construction with decent joints and a very solid base. In order to operate the crane, the entire linkage is connected to two control arms. It might take some getting used to, but chances are your kid will figure it out in a matter of minutes. Best of all, this crane comes in at a very reasonable price.

Bubble makers are among the oldest toys we have today. However, the designs of modern ones have pushed this fun toy to a whole new level. WOWmazing bubble kit isn’t your ordinary bubble maker. This thing is capable of making humongous bubbles large enough to fit a small child. Kit includes everything necessary. You get a set of bubble makers, which are essentially two handles with a closed string attached. These particular bubble makers actually set the world record not so long ago.

Up next you have the pouch where you store the WOWmazing concentrate. Lastly, they also included a booklet with instructions on how to get the best possible results. Overall, this is one of the best bubble makers on the market. Where others fail to deliver on their claims, WOWmazing kit works almost every time. Make sure to read the instructions if you want to create super huge bubbles.

Horseshoes are one of the oldest, simplest and most entertaining outdoor games out there. While adults are perfectly fine with playing with the traditional set, having kids flinging metal horseshoes might not be a good idea. For that purpose, we have set such as the Champion Sports Rubber Horseshoe Game. The set includes two stakes, four horseshoes, and two playing mats.

These horseshoes are made entirely of rubber. This way each horseshoe has enough weight for the game to work, but is much safer for kids to use. The stakes you get are meant for outdoor use. All you have to do is stick them into the ground and you are set. If you want to play on a concrete surface, just use the play mats instead of stakes. Either way, the components of the set are made of pretty durable materials and will withstand numerous games of horseshoes without showing signs of wear.

No matter how advanced our toys have become, nothing beats a good old toy wagon. The one we see here is very reminiscent of vintage designs and is meant for the youngest of kids. Green Toys has made this model out of tough recycled plastics from top to bottom. Some may find this to be a flaw, but using anything heavier is just an overkill for what this wagon was made for.

As you could expect, it is a pretty simple toy that is controlled using a handle at the front. The storage area is fairly large. Definitely large enough for fun playtime on a beach or in a sand pit. One cool thing about this wagon being built from plastics is that it’s really easy to clean. All you have to do is spray it down with a hose and it’s ready for indoor use if necessary.

This is easily one of the best outdoor toys for 4 year olds and 5 year olds.

Little Tikes offers a whole range of great kids outdoor toys. While most of their current lineup is made up of more popular toys, they also offer some not so common ones. Little Tikes Gas Go Mower is a perfect example of what we mean. What we are looking at here is a very realistic toy lawn mower. It is perfect for kids of any age to play with, while it comes with an abundance of cool features.

For one, it is capable of producing convincing sound and even comes with the pull string to ‘start’ the motor. All of the sounds Little Tikes Gas Go Mower produces are purely mechanical, meaning that you don’t need any kind of batteries for it to work. Your kids might not be old enough to take on the lawn duties anytime soon, but at least this way you can get them used to this chore.

When it comes to inexpensive toys that can really give your kids hours upon hours of fun, nothing beats a set of colored chalk. We have found an awesome pack from Crayola. However, this chalk is not your ordinary stuff. Crayola actually infused these pieces with glitter, making it that much more interesting to use on pavement. Colors they’ve chosen for this set are some of the brightest found in Crayola’s lineup.

At this point, you are probably wondering who is going to wash off all that chalk from your driveway. Don’t worry a thing as this particular chalk can be easily washed away using nothing more than a water hose. In few minutes time, your driveway will be as good as new. On top of that, Crayola went with a shape that can’t roll, so the risk of your kids ending up on the street is minimal.

By most unwritten but well-respected standards, a proper dump truck is an important piece of any sand pit kit. Green Toys dump truck fits this role perfectly. It is not too big but not too small either. You could say it is a perfect toy for a toddler. As such, it comes with a fully functional dumper and features no metal parts. The entire truck is made from recycled plastics and comes in recyclable packaging.

This way you can get your kid a perfectly fun but also an eco-friendly toy. Plastics used are safe for kids and so is the paint. For a dump truck that is made completely in the USA, this offer from Green Toys is pretty affordable. If your kids love playing in the sand, get them the right tools for the job. You probably had something similar when you were a kid, so you know exactly how much fun these are.

Kids love to climb, and that’s why jungle gyms are always a solid choice for things to play with outside. In fact, the jungle gym was always my favorite of the outside toys typically found on the playground. The Eezy Peezy Monkey Bars Climbing Tower is perfect for your own yard, allowing you to bring the playground fun to your home.

It’s incredibly easy to assemble, and the result is a safe and strong structure that children will play with for hours. It measures 70″ x 65.5″ x 47″. And, it’s a sound investment for your children’s fun this summer, especially when you factor in that the majority of your local playgrounds are closed right now. It’s one of the best summer toys for kids of all ages.

Kids love collecting bugs, and if you’re looking to spark an interest in the sciences with cool science toys, check out the Carson BugView Bug Catcher Tool. It has a thumb operated trapping slider that makes it incredibly easy for your little ones to safely catch bugs (without killing the bugs, of course). On the top of the device lies a 5x Power Crystal Magnifying lens that will allow them to examine all of the details.

Seesaws will never get old, and it’s their simplicity that keeps them so relevant. Now, there are versions of the classic teeter-totter with a slight twist: the ability to also spin 360 degrees while going up and down. It’s also durable, so it will withstand the test of time and weather.

If you are going out to a beach or have a decently sized sandpit in your back yard, chances are your kids love spending time there. Now, with G & F 10018 JustForKids Kids Garden Tools Set they will have all the necessary tools to get the job done. This particular set comes with a spade, a rake as well as a hoe. These tools might not be suitable for everyday heavy duty use, but they are more than capable of performing their original tasks to a certain extent.

The only thing to remember is that these are made of plastics, making them a bit susceptible to hard use. With that said, they are more than good enough for a beach day out. Add a bucket or two, and you have a true castle building equipment. If your kids love spending time in the garden, this set could act as a positive educational tool.

Garden toys are classic kids outdoor toys, and hey – it might lead to your kids helping you with your yard work!

So far we have shown you some awesome swing sets. However, this next one is a really cool design aimed at younger kids. Compared to most of its competition, this swing set requires very minimal assembly and installation. Happy Turtle Toys has built this set completely out of heavy duty polyester rope. The seat is actually a web of ropes spread over a light weight frame.

The frame is also bound in the rope so the whole thing is rather flexible. In order to mount the swing set, all you have to do is find a tree with a thick enough branch and wrap the weight bearing strap around it. From then, it is all about mounting a locking carabiner to the strap and connecting two metal rings to it. These rings are located at the end of the load bearing ropes of the swing. All in all, it will take you less than a minute to assemble everything.

There really isn’t a better brand of water gun than Nerf, as they have the biggest variety to offer summer water fight lovers. The Nerf Super Soaker Tri Strike Crossbow Soaker fires like other Nerf water guns, but it has that cool crossbow look that Daryl Dixon lovers will want (that’s a Walking Dead reference for those keeping score at home). The crossbow soaker holds up to 40 fluid ounces and fires up to 38 feet away. The Crossbow arms are actually deployable via a switch, and when they’re deployed, the soaker will fire three streams of water. It’s a pretty sizeable water gun that’s incredibly fun to use.

Play Playtoon has the perfect backyard toy for you to add to your yard this summer: the Flying Saucer Tree Swing. It’s essentially an updated take on the classic swing that makes it safer and cleaner than a tire swing.

This spinner swing is easily installed on most backyard swingsets, or it can be easily installed on a sturdy tree branch as well. With it, kids can swing, spin, or do both at the same time. It also holds more than just one kid at a time, so multiple kids can swing at once. In fact, it’s built to hold up to 400 pounds!

And that’s how the spinner swing sets itself apart from other, similar swings; it’s intended for use by multiple children at once.

It’s also available in a variety of colors, including blue, green, red, purple, pink, yellow, and hunter green. The Super Spinner Swing also made our list of the best tree swings here to find others.

Recommended Ages: 3 and Up

Outdoor playsets for kids are essential for the warmer months, but the problem is that they’re usually quite expensive. But Iron Kids has it right, both with what their playset is used for and its lower-than-average price point.

What we really like about this playground set is that it has a large ladder climber on the side that’s as tall as the swingset, itself, as well as a UV protective sunshade on top. Assembly is easy and will take just a couple of hours with two people.