Paul's Play Tower Plan・2-Sizes

Transform your backyard into an adventure zone with the Paul’s Play Tower Plan, a dynamic two-level playset designed to keep kids active and entertained. Available in two sizes, 6x6 feet with 54 square feet of play space, or 8x8 feet with 96 square feet, this plan includes a wraparound rock wall, a 12-foot monkey bar attachment that doubles as a swingset, and a circular roof for shade. The 8x8 version also features a trap door for added fun.

Built for children aged 2–9, this play tower offers ample room to add accessories like a slide, cargo net, or fire pole. The 40-page step-by-step PDF guide ensures a straightforward building process, making it an ideal DIY project for families seeking a fun and functional backyard addition.

Features:

• 54 ft² (6x6) or 96 ft² (8x8) of usable play space
• Two levels with ample room to add accessories including a slide, rock wall, cargo net and fire pole
  
• 12' monkey bar attachment, which can also be used as a swingset
• Roof cover provides shade and protection for the elements
• Designed for children aged 2-9

• 26 page, step by step PDF plan

Plan Category:

🤸🏼 Playground Playset Plans

6x6 Dimensions:

• 18' Wide
  
• 6' Deep
  
• 13' Tall

8x8 Dimensions:

• 20' Wide (No Ladder & Swings)
  
• 8' Deep (No Ladder & Swings)
  
• 16' Tall

Framing Details:

• Joists: 2x6 - 16" O.C.
• Rafters: 2x6 - 16" O.C.
• Railings: 2x4

Roofing Details:

• 45° gable roof pitch
• 50 ft² (6x6) and 80 ft² (8x8) of total roof coverage.  Typically, 10% should be added to the roofing material order to account for waste and overlap.

Lumber List | 6x6:

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

Decking:
( 30 ) 5/4” x 6” x 8'

2x4:
( 9 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 1 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 3 ) 2” x 4” x 12'

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

2x8:
( 1 ) 2” x 8” x 12'

4x4:
( 8 ) 4” x 4” x 8'

4x6:
( 2 ) 4” x 6” x 8'
( 2 ) 4” x 6” x 12'

Plywood:
( 3 ) ½" Plywood Sheets

Lumber List | 8x8:

Decking:
( 26 ) 5/4” x 6” x 8'
( 21 ) 5/4” x 6” x 12'

2x4:
( 7 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 4 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 6 ) 2” x 4” x 12'

2x6:
( 15 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 6 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 7 ) 2” x 6” x 12'

2x8:
( 1 ) 2” x 8” x 12'

4x4:
( 8 ) 4” x 4” x 12'

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

Plywood:
( 3 ) ½" Plywood Sheets