Sky Sentry Swingset Plan

Ready to climb high and play even higher? The Sky Sentry Swing Set Plan is perfect for adventurous kids who love being off the ground. Its elevated deck stands around 7 feet high and opens onto a crow’s nest that rises over 15 feet, giving little explorers sweeping views and big thrills. The open-concept layout keeps things bright and breezy, while the gable roof shields playtime from the sun and rain, so you're always good to go. With plenty of spots to attach slides, cargo nets, swings, climbing walls, or a fire pole, this plan delivers action-packed fun and flexibility.

Whether you're hanging three swings from the 12-foot swing beam or setting up a tire swing below, the Sky Sentry supports active play in all directions. With well designed framing and accessible accessory points, planning is made simple without sacrificing excitement. This plan blends solid construction with customizable features and joyful design, making it an ideal choice for families who want a sturdy, high-flying backyard hub that inspires movement, imagination, and grand adventure.

Features:

• Elevated 8x12 platform is designed to accommodate numerous playground accessories and attachments.
• 7' main deck height accepts standard residential playground equipment (5' and 7' deck height residential playground equipment is industry standard)
• 128ft² of usable play space
• 3rd level crow's nest
• Blueprints include framing instructions for:
  - Rock wall
  - Ship Ladder
  - Bucket & pulley
  - 12' wide swing set
• Additional open areas in the railing accommodate additional accessories such as cargo nets, fire poles, slides, etc.

• Open gable roof design allows more cooling airflow while keeping out the elements

• 12' long swing-set attachment in rear

• Elevated design allows play area underneath

• Designed for children aged 2-12

• 36 page, step by step PDF plan

Plan Category:

🤸🏼 Playground Playset Plans

Dimensions:

• 8' Wide
• 12' Deep (No swing set and rock-wall)
• 30' Deep (With swing set and rock-wall)
• 16' Tall

Framing Details:

• Joists: 2x8 - 16" O.C. (Main Platform)
• Joists: 2x6 - 16" O.C. (Crow's Nest Platform)
• Rafters: 2x6 - 16" O.C.

Roofing Details:

• 45° gable roof pitch
• 120 ft² of total roof coverage.  Typically, 10% should be added to the roofing material order to account for waste and overlap.

Lumber List:

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

Decking:
( 34 ) 5/4” x 6” x 8'
( 6 ) 5/4” x 6” x 12'

1x8:
( 4 ) 1” x 8” x 8'

2x2:
( 88 ) 2” x 2” x 3'

2x4:
( 15 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 4 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 8 ) 2” x 4” x 12'

2x6:
( 34 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 6 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 14 ) 2” x 6” x 12'
( 1 ) 2” x 6” x 16'

2x8:
( 3 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 8 ) 2” x 8” x 12'

2x12:
( 4 ) 2” x 12” x 8'

4x4:
( 13 ) 4” x 4” x 8'
( 1 ) 4” x 4” x 10'
( 2 ) 4” x 4” x 12'

4x6:
( 3 ) 4” x 6” x 10'
( 1 ) 4” x 6” x 12'

6x6:
( 4 ) 6” x 6” x 10'

Plywood:
( 5 ) ½" Plywood Sheets