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Kids' playgrounds are supposed to be a hub for a child's imagination, so the designs must yield to creativity. While Danish brands such as LEGO and MONSTRUM are superstars with innovative playset creations, some jungle gym designers just seem to miss the mark.

Below is a compilation of playground design fails that are far from friendly. Who knew that once wholesome characters like Frosty, the Snowman or Spiderman could become so inappropriate with just a few bad design placements. Yes, some of these backyard playgrounds are so disturbing you will wonder how the designer or parents missed it. Scroll down below to see photos of hilariously shady playground equipment that are definitely not age-appropriate, but are sure to give you a good laugh. Don't forget to upvote your favs!

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All Aboard Thomas The Existential Angst Engine

All Aboard Thomas The Existential Angst Engine

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Really? For Kids To Play?

Really? For Kids To Play?

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Антон Христов
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Depends how you look at it. It can be quite useful for explaining how did they came to existence.. OR NOT.

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Uhhh... You Alright There, Pikachu?

Uhhh... You Alright There, Pikachu?

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Just A Regular Russian Playground, Nothing To See Here

Just A Regular Russian Playground, Nothing To See Here

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Did someone wake up with the head next to them on a pillow Mafia-style?

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My Friend Is In South Korea And She Saw This In A Playground

My Friend Is In South Korea And She Saw This In A Playground

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Ouch

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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Child: WEEEEEEEEE Child: WEEEEEEEEE Child: WEEEEEEEEE Child: *roblox death sound*

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Never Split Your Legs When You Slide Down

Never Split Your Legs When You Slide Down

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Not Exactly The Right Place For A Playground

Not Exactly The Right Place For A Playground

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who said it was a playground for children? Maybe it's for the crocodiles who live in the moat !

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glowworm2
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That slide is just a happy little survivor of the Apocalypse.

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Shirley Heyn
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The Ad for the apartments says "great playground & pool for the kids".

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Hans
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And that channel probably is connected to the nearest chemistry plant.

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Russian Otaku
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One of the exceptions that actually fit the requirements to be listed here

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nanashi
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this seems like in Japan because of the overall compact-ness of everything. but I guess if only some handful of kids wants a playing space, that'll do, maybe.

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sharron lynn parsons
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This are should be restricted, no children allowed, people at your own risk !!!

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GrumpyCat7
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hahaha....more like a well thought out "naughty-corner"! 🤣🤣🤣

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Olli Glx
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm probably wrong, but it might be in Japan, where space is very limited in the cities.

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bob
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, sometimes there is not enough space for anything in Japan...

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Lukáš Kratochvíl
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one has educational intention, when child makes it into the water, they can learn swimming.

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Anonymous
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wadaya mean its unsafe? the only thing that will happen is the kid falling in the water or cracking their head on the concrete, i mean, they won't drown will they? - creator of this playground

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Zaheen Muhammad
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All of a sudden, I'm uncomfortable in my office chair, right this moment!

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Marina MN
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who ever thought this is a viabile idea?? This isn't even about the design..

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Spiderman Bounce House

Spiderman Bounce House

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Aaron Kara
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The pump that inflates the castle probably needs to be inserted into the a**s... because, spiderman

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If You’re A 10 Foot Child And Want To Learn Braille Do I Have The Playground For You!

If You’re A 10 Foot Child And Want To Learn Braille Do I Have The Playground For You!

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This Awful Slide Placement

This Awful Slide Placement

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

c’mon man... we’re trying to ~not~ drive the elephants to extinction...

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So I Took My Son To A Playground In Poland...

So I Took My Son To A Playground In Poland...

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Now THAT's what usually springs to mind when I hear "spotted d**k pudding"

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Come And Play, Children

Come And Play, Children

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Child: *copies Pirate role model* Parental figure: where the hell did I go wrong?

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This Spiderman Children's Ride Has A Visible Panty Line

This Spiderman Children's Ride Has A Visible Panty Line

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, I guess they just used a basemodel for a superman-type hero (knickers-on-the-outside-style) and repainted it as spiderman...

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Morg And Lisu

Morg And Lisu

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These are post-apocalyptic Simpsons. I mean, after they turned into zombie.

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Spotted At A Local Park On The Play Structure. Teaching Kids About The Planets... That Revolve Around The Earth...?

Spotted At A Local Park On The Play Structure. Teaching Kids About The Planets... That Revolve Around The Earth...?

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This Useless Playground Tic-Tac-Toe Board

This Useless Playground Tic-Tac-Toe Board

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Guess Donald Duck Really Likes Kids

Guess Donald Duck Really Likes Kids

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You'd think designers would know by now that certain animals, cartoon characters and people do NOT make good playground rides/games/toys. Maybe it would be best to just put good quality equipment in a playground and give up on this kind of thing.

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This Monstrosity

This Monstrosity

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Uhh... Spongebob?

Uhh... Spongebob?

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At The Playground

At The Playground

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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Designed by someone dyslexic? It's the kind of thing my husband would do with the form of dyslexia he has.

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This Playground Of A Private Kindergarten In Omsk, Russia

This Playground Of A Private Kindergarten In Omsk, Russia

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I'm Just Gonna Leave This Here

I'm Just Gonna Leave This Here

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