Backyard digging area

dog run ideas landscaping - would be neat to make the entire outer circle of the yard a dog run

Discover 30 enchanting backyard play areas, each offering a unique blend of fun, creativity, and learning. From DIY sandbox corners to modern play structures and cozy nooks, find inspiration to transform your outdoor space into a children's paradise. Perfect for toddlers to older kids, these ideas are budget-friendly, engaging, and safe for endless playtime.

How do you make a boring backyard fun? Turn it into a backyard construction play area for kids (aka a rock pit)! They will love it!

After 7 years of living in our house and having our backyard be a boring empty slate....we've started a few projects in our backyard. Ty decided he wanted in on it and build our first project, a backyard digger construction zone for the little kids. He did an amazing job on it too! You can see the before shot HERE. This was a low cost DIY project, coming in at around $75 for the whole thing, including new digger trucks, the wood frame, pea gravel and stones! And Ty did it all, start to…

3. Make the best playground! It’s not hard to tell that your best friend has a never ending supply of energy and loves playing with you, your friends, guests, and anyone who will give them the time of day. To help curve your buddies unlimited energy-supply, it’s wise to incorporate a playground area for your dog. We’re not talking about a jungle gym with slides and a sandbox, rather something more ‘doggie appropriate.’ Enters the imagination.

Learn the easiest and most cost effective way to install a DIY playground border yourself in this step by step tutorial. This easy DIY playground border can be completed in one weekend using materials found at your local hardware store. Easy + Inexpensive DIY Playground Border We spent a lot of the Spring months prepping

Hill Slide Fun from The Empowered Educator! Add a climbing challenge to your outdoor play area with this simple DIY mound or hill slide. No hardware required and easy to remove when no longer needed! Perfect project for parents, educators and early childhood teachers who value engaging outdoor play spaces! #outdoorplay #diy #outdoorspace #backyard #naturalplay #hillslidefun

Questions About Digging in the Dirt

My wife wanted an outdoor play area for our grandchildren. She said, what about the girls? How about a giant chalkboard? We used an unused space in our yard and have this....

Want to make your yard the cool spot? check these 4 smart, economical ideas for a fun backyard that will keep your kiddos entertained for hours!