Outdoor Toys That’ll Keep Your Kids Busy (and Happy!) All Summer Long
Sharing is caring!
IMO It’s the greatest time of year when the kids can finally run wild outside—and you’re not stepping on LEGOs every 10 minutes. Whether you’ve got toddlers or tweens, we’ve rounded up the ultimate list of outdoor toys that’ll keep them entertained, active, and smiling from ear to ear. This list includes personal favorites from my 5, 9 and 11 year old kids.
From backyard favorites to imaginative adventures, these toys are perfect for making memories, burning off energy, and even sneaking in a little learning. Let’s do this!
1. Underwater Scooter
Alright I promise there are a range of options at range of price points on this list but I had to go big for #1. We spotted this underwater scooter at a pool party and had to have it. It is ridiculously fun for the whole fam for summer water play.
🛒 Get it here on Amazon for $299
2. The Big Dig Sandbox Digger
Your kid can run their own construction site right in your backyard. Swivels 360° and is super durable—even in rough weather.
🛒 Grab it for $47.99
3. Mud Kitchen
This has been such a great investment for my toddler for outdoor sensory play. I love the “faucet” feature on this one. Add water beads, paint, shaving cream, you name it for your awesome little mud kitchen setup!
4. Light-Up Nebula Orb Drone
Think “Keepy-Uppy” meets UFO. It hovers, spins, and glows!
🛒 $24 on Amazon
5. LED Archery Set
For your mini Hawkeye or Katniss. Comes with set of suction cups arrows for two players and even lights up!
🛒 Only $35.99
6. Toddler Car Wash Cleaning Set
This set was a huge hit for my son last year. Comes with powerful manual pressure washer, scraper and sponge.
🛒 Here for $39
7. Gazillion Tornado Bubble Machine
4,500 bubbles per minute= instant party.
🛒 $8
8. Whirly Board
Basically a balance board, but way cooler. Great for kids and adults!
🛒 $159.95
9. Axe Throw Target Game
Highly durable, fold easily and set up anywhere!
🛒 $99
10. Bump N’ Bounce Body Bumpers
Slide in, bounce off each other, and belly laugh for hours.
🛒 $36
11. Paint Your Own Stepping Stone
Great craft to have on hand when they want to do something more chill and still spend time outdoors.
🛒 Great $7 craft to have on hand
12. Flying Rings (Way Easier Than Frisbees)
Lightweight, soft, and toddler-approved.
🛒 $22
13. GeoSafari Binoculars
Great for little nature lovers. Perfect for spying squirrels or neighbor’s dogs.
🛒 $9
14. Pop-Up Soccer Nets
Set up a mini match anytime, anywhere.
🛒 $28
15. Razor 360 Caster Tricycle (With Sparks!)
A trike that drifts and sparkles? This zippy version turns and drifts on dual inclined caster wheels, with an exciting Spark Bar feature. Say less.
🛒 $106
16. Baseball Tee Set
Includes everything they need to hit dingers and clean up afterward.
🛒 $24.99
17. Hanging Hammock Pod
A cozy little hideout for quiet time or sensory breaks. My kids spend hours in the summer lounging on this thing.
🛒 $59
18. Electric Fly Swatter
Odd, you say, that I put this on here? Think again. This thing is entertaining for the whole family AND productive (kills mosquitos too).
🛒 $13
19. Swurfer TreeSkate Swing
My kids were begging for this for months and now we wonder why we ever waited so long!
20. Thousand Jr. Helmet
Safe, chic, and totally customizable with stickers.
🛒 $59
21. Remote-Controlled Inflatable T-Rex
It turns, it spins, it’s massive.
🛒 $39
22. Bug Bungalow
Give your future entomologist a proper bug lab. And it looks cool.
🛒 $15
23. Backyard Trampoline
Bounce out every last ounce of energy. We have tried a couple, we like this one.
🛒 $229
24. Pogo Ball
Old-school fun that builds strength and balance.
🛒 $29
25. RipStik Ripster
A skateboard’s cooler cousin. Get ready to shred.
🛒 $53
26. Rain Showers Splash Pond
Part water table, part STEM lab, 100% splashy fun.
🛒 $79
27. Saucer Swing
Roomy, rainbow-colored, and beloved by kids of all ages.
🛒 $39
28. Giant Bubble Wand Kit
Make bubbles the size of your kid.
🛒 $15
29. Galaxy Inflatable Dome Fort
Indoor or outdoor air fort playhouse for your mini astronauts.
🛒 $59
30. Nerf Blaster
Classic chaos in foam dart form.
🛒 $6
31. Razor Scooter
The OG of kid cool. Still rules the driveway.
🛒 $27
32. UpsideDownChallenge Backyard Game
See who can hula hoop while wearing upside-down goggles.
🛒 $29.99
33. Foam Plane Launcher
They fly far. They light up. They’re a total blast.
🛒 $26.99
34. Silly Poopy’s Hide and Seek
Yes, it talks. Yes, it hides. Yes, it’s hilarious.
🛒 $12
35. Tangle-Free Parachute Toys
Toss them from the balcony and watch the magic.
🛒 $9.99+
36. Outdoor Scavenger Hunt Cards
Make nature walks way more fun.
🛒 $12
37. Ring Toss
Easy setup, endless giggles.
🛒 $23
38. Spikeball Set
If you haven’t tried this game that is all the rage, you’re missing out! Fun for all ages and very portable.
🛒 $63
39. Walkie-Talkies With Compass Bracelets
Perfect for backyard missions and top-secret neighborhood operations. These have 22 channels and work up to 3 miles!
Fun bonus: Comes with compass bracelets for your little explorers.
🛒 Get them on Amazon for $31
40. Dino Rocket Launcher
Stomp. Launch. Giggle. Repeat. These dinosaur rockets fly up to 100 feet high!
🛒 $9.99 on Amazon
41. Glow in the Dark Capture the Flag
Comes with 23 bright glowing game pieces. Manufacturer recommends for 8 years and up but my 5 year old loves this too!
🛒 $49 on Amazon
42. Ninja Slackline Kit
With 10 obstacles and 50′ of slackline, this kit will keep your kids entertained for hours.
🛒 $139 on Amazon
Whatever you choose, these toys aren’t just fun—they’re a ticket to adventure, fresh air, and a whole lot of memories. Happy summer, friends!