Explorer's Frontier Swingset Plan・2-Sizes

The Explorer’s Frontier Swing Set Plan offers a distinctive take on the traditional playset, featuring an open "A" frame design that sets it apart from conventional structures. This thoughtful layout maximizes play area while maintaining a compact footprint, making it ideal for various backyard sizes. Available in two sizes: Standard with a 5-foot deck height and Deluxe with a 7-foot deck height, this plan caters to different space and play needs.

Designed for children aged 3 to 9, the Explorer's Frontier Swing Set includes a 12-foot swing set attachment, built-in rock wall, ladder, stairs, and ample space for additional accessories like slides and cargo nets. The gable roof provides shelter from the sun and rain, ensuring playtime is always an option. Its sturdy construction and DIY friendly nature allow you to source materials locally, eliminating labor costs and offering a customizable play experience.

Features:

• 48ft² (Standard) or 64ft² (Deluxe) of usable play space

• Open, "A" frame design concept

• Several attachment points for slides, swings, cargo nets and other accessories

• Gable roof provides shelter from rain & sun

• Built in rock wall, ladder and stairs

• 12' long swing-set attachment in rear

• Elevated design allows play area underneath

• Designed for children aged 3-9

• 27 page, step by step PDF plan

Plan Category:

🤸🏼 Playground Playset Plans

Dimensions (Standard):

• 14' Wide
  
• 20' Deep
  
• 15' 9" Tall
  

Dimensions (Deluxe):

• 17' Wide
  
• 21' Deep
  
• 18' 9" Tall
  

Framing Details:

• Joists: 2x8 - 16" O.C.
• Walls: 2x4, 4x4 - 16" O.C.
• Rafters: 2x6 - 16" O.C.

Roofing Details:

• 45° gable roof pitch
• 160 ft² (standard) or 240 ft² (deluxe) of total roof coverage.  Typically, 10% should be added to the roofing material order to account for waste and overlap.

Lumber List | Standard:

Make sure to take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!

Decking:
( 25 ) 5/4" x 6 x 8'
( 5 ) 5/4" x 6 x 12'

2x4:
( 15 ) 2” x 4” x 8'

2x6:
( 3 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 19 ) 2” x 6” x 10'

2x8:
( 5 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 7 ) 2” x 8” x 12'

4x4:
( 2 ) 4" x 4" x 8'
( 4 ) 4" x 4" x 10'
( 1 ) 4" x 4" x 12'

4x6:
( 2 ) 4" x 6" x 10'
( 9 ) 4" x 6" x 12'

Plywood:
( 5 ) 4' x 8' x ¾"

Lumber List | Deluxe:

Decking:
( 32 ) 5/4" x 6 x 8'
( 9 ) 5/4" x 6 x 10'

2x4:
( 6 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 9 ) 2” x 4” x 10'

2x6:
( 3 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 6 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 16 ) 2” x 6” x 12'

2x8:
( 10 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 8 ) 2” x 8” x 10'
( 1 ) 2” x 8” x 12'

4x4:
( 2 ) 4" x 4" x 10'
( 5 ) 4" x 4" x 12'
( 6 ) 4" x 4" x 16'

4x6:
( 2 ) 4" x 6" x 8'
( 3 ) 4" x 6" x 10'
( 2 ) 4" x 6" x 12'

Plywood:
( 8 ) 4' x 8' x ¾"