Playsets and Swings for Pre-Teens, Teens...and well, really everybody
Backyard Swings & Playsets for Big Kids, Tweens, and Teens? Yes, Please.
If you’re like me, your kids didn’t stop loving the outdoors once they grew out of their toddler clothes—they just wanted something that felt a little more grown-up. Our old eyesore of a toddler playset with the tiny slide and short swings just wasn’t cutting it anymore. That’s when I realized: there are actually amazing play systems built for older kids—and even teens. And let me tell you, it’s been a game changer for the backyard.
Older Kids Still Want to Play on Rope Bridges and Climbers
Sometimes big kids need their own space—somewhere to swing, climb, and hang out without feeling like they’re on a “baby” playset. That’s why I started looking for a setup that could handle the taller, louder, rougher bunch. I didn’t want something they’d outgrow in six months. I wanted something sturdy, cool-looking, and built to last, and most importantly Teen-Approved.
Oodles of Sensory Play & Obstacles Courses for Kids of All Ages
A friend of mine mentioned the Big Bijou
and after checking out the outdoor teepee slash amazing obstacle course, I was sold. It’s not just another backyard swing set—it’s a full-blown adventure system made for families with kids of all ages. Here’s what stood out to us:
- Made with recycled materials – eco-friendly, sustainable, and still built like a tank
- Collapsible and compact – easy to store or reconfigure when needed
- Built for all ages – strong enough for older kids, teens, and even adults
- Includes climbing towers and nets – turns your yard into an obstacle course that actually challenges them
- Swing arm and sway swings – smooth, relaxing (especially important for our kiddos on the spectrum with sensory processing disorder), and surprisingly cool (even for a 13-year-old). #ParentingWin
It’s the kind of setup that gets big kids off their screens and outside, moving, laughing, and using their imaginations. And with how tough it’s built, I’m confident it’ll last long past their next growth spurt.
The Bijou Nest Swing = Teen Chill Zone
I have to admit, I'm a bit jealous of this new teen hang-out. If you have teens or tweens, you know they want a space that feels like theirs—not just a leftover kiddie corner. The Bijou Nest Swing
has totally become the hangout zone in the yard. It’s big enough for multiple kids to sprawl out, listen to music, scroll, or just talk without parents hovering. Plus they can make it their own by adding solar powered twinkle lights.
And honestly? I’ve snuck inside with a cup of coffee and a good book when the kiddos were away at school. Shhh! Don't tell them.
Not Just a Collapsible Playset—It’s a Backyard Upgrade to Last as the Kids Grow
When we bought our original toddler playset we really weren't thinking of a long term playset as the kids grew.....BIG mistake on our part. We just wanted something, really anything, to tucker our kids out before bedtime and just give us a couple moments of silence (Who can relate?!). We were living in regret with a honking eyesore in our backyard.....and then in came Bijou Build to put us out of our misery. We said goodbye to the wooden dinosaur of a playset and replaced it with a Big Bijou.
Hallelujah, because the Big Bijou saved the day!....and our backs.
This isn’t the kind of set you toss together and replace next year. It’s a durable, all-ages system made for real use, real families, and real fun. It’s low-maintenance, great-looking, and blends perfectly into the backyard. Whether your kids are 3 or 16 (or somewhere in between), there’s something on it for everyone.
If you’re ready to turn your yard into more than just a patch of grass, check out the Big Bijou. It’s not just a playset—it’s a full-on backyard experience that grows with your family, doesn’t crowd your space, and makes everyone feel like the backyard is the best place to be.