Amazon’s 13 Best Outdoor Games for Serious Fun in the Sun

This ladder toss game from Amazon Basics is an easy-to-learn outdoor game that’s lightweight and easy to put together. The gameplay centers around two upright ladder-shaped targets, three blue bolas and three red bolas. It doesn’t take up too much space in the yard, and it comes with a soft carrying case to easily pack it up and store it away. The tossing game was designed for two to four players.

“Here is a game that all can enjoy. This is a sturdy and easy-to-assemble game. Highly recommend it for parties, family get-togethers and just fun,” shares verified purchaser, Richard Christman.

Looking for Amazon outdoor games that take classic, beloved games to the next level? The GoSports bocce set does just that. This customizable backyard game accommodates four to eight players to enjoy. Choose between hard resin balls or soft rubber balls, which are best for young children. The game comes with eight balls, a pallino, a measuring rope and a carrying case.

This Popdart game set is a fun and quirky game for the whole family. Suitable for ages 3 and up, this game works both inside and in your backyard oasis. The game set comes with three blue-green swirled darts, three purple-yellow darts, one orange marker and a mesh carrying bag to play anytime, anywhere.

Verified buyer, Joseph S., notes, “This is just a great game. Plays well for almost every age. Zero mess, no residues and very durable. Do yourself and favor and keep a wet rag next to you. It helps with suction when the dart lands.”

Here’s a game that children can enjoy at parties or on a casual weekend afternoon. Made for kids from ages 4 to 8, the Elite Sportz ring toss game is durable and portable, so you can easily set it up inside or outside. It requires players to be more active than most board games, but it’s just as fun for families.

Parents will love that it was designed to help children develop motor skills, social skills and hand-eye coordination. Jessie Lee, a five-star reviewer, enthuses, “Great for the whole family. It’s so simple, but good to get the kids outside having fun as a family.”

Does it get more wholesome than an old-fashioned potato sack race? It was a pastime of The Brady Bunch family, after all. This pack of outdoor games comes with extras to enjoy at a family reunion or on a playdate. Inside you’ll find four potato sack race bags, four sets for an egg and spoon race, four three-legged race bands and 12 game prizes. This set provides the only games you need for a party.

“I ordered this last-minute for my daughter’s birthday party and the adults had way more fun with this set than the kids,” writes Itzel Alvarez, a verified purchaser. “Great quality. I will be reusing it for family gatherings.”

Looking for a terrific Amazon outdoor game but not exactly sure what you want?  Try croquet. It’s a popular yard game—it’s can be seen in classic family films, like Disney’s Summer Magic. This six-player croquet set comes with everything you need for a tournament, including six hardwood mallets with differently colored accents, six balls, nine vinyl-coated wickets, two hardwood stakes and a carrying case.

“Nice little set to go along with other yard games for your summer fun,” says five-star reviewer, Harold Gillespie. “The mallets are long enough for adult play. This set is not pro equipment and should not be used thinking as such. So don’t try to send the balls 50 yards with a Tiger Woods driving golf shot. That said, they are sturdy enough for simple, normal-style play.”

If you’re looking for Amazon outdoor games that adults and teens can enjoy together, the tumble tower is a thrilling option. The giant block game set includes 54 timber blocks for building a tower over four feet tall. The game comes in a nice bag that makes it easy to store and carry.

“This game was a huge hit at get togethers. Rolling the dice makes it that much more fun and challenging. I have been told it is a must-bring from now on,” shares verified purchaser, Bee, who added that it was worth the money.

The GoSports wooden cornhole set is made of 100% solid wood to stand the test of time. However, keep in mind that it’s not waterproof, so you’ll need to store it away when rain is in the forecast. A convenient, heavy-duty tote bag makes it easy to bring to a summer barbecue, and the game set includes two cornhole boards and eight all-weather regulation bean bags.

“The boards are very nice, the wood is smooth and the ‘holes’ are smooth… no splinters,” writes Karen T., a five-star reviewer. “The bags are well made, nice stitching. The carry bags for the boards and the bags are both well made.”

Parents, prepare to get involved (and dominate) in this Amazon outdoor game. Bucket ball comes with the game balls, buckets and a tote bag. Set the buckets up in a triangle shape, split up into two teams and take turns trying to sink a ball in one of the opponent’s buckets.

Calling it the best yard game, verified purchaser, Nayana, shares, “My family loves this yard game! We bring it out when we have friends over and everyone loves it! Kids and older ones can play; it really is for everyone.”

These yard dice are attention-grabbers, that’s for sure, and the possibilities are endless, from camping games to card games. The set of six dice comes with instructions for two different games, but you can also adapt and use them for any game where dice are needed. It also includes a scoresheet with the game rules and dry erase markers, as well as a bag to store the game. The dice have rounded edges and branded dots, and they can ultimately provide hours of outdoor fun and for kids, teens and adults.

Verified buyer, Megan F., notes that game also works for special events. “Used these at our wedding reception and they were a hit,” she shares. “Who doesn’t love a little Yahtzee?! Fun for the whole family. Easy to move, although they are a bit heavy, and roll.”

Prepare to break a sweat with this Amazon outdoor game! The company aptly describes its Spikeball kit as what it would be like “if volleyball and foursquare had a baby.” It’s a game that’s pretty simple to learn and fun to play outside. It comes with three balls (one to play and two spares), the Spikeball set, netting and a carrying bag.

“Gave it as a gift and they loved it,” writes five-star reviewer, Macy. “We play it anytime we are at the beach. It takes about five to 10 minutes to set up and take down. It’s very durable, one of our friends landed on it and it got squished but survived.”

You’ve probably heard a lot about pickleball in the last few years. There are lots of reasons why it skyrocketed in popularity. It’s easier on the body than playing tennis, and it’s a fun game families can enjoy together. This pickleball set comes with everything you need to find a court and start playing. It includes four lightweight paddles, two outdoor balls, two indoor balls, four overgrips and a bag to carry everything in.

Verified purchaser, Geoffrey R. Wood, says, “This is the perfect starter set for pickle ball. Great value and quality product.”

Tic-tac-toe is a classic game that’s simple and fun. This giant wooden set is made of sustainable plywood and rope, and it’s varnished to be water-resistant for outdoor play. Parents and kids can play together in some friendly competition—just use shorter distances for young children and longer distances for grown-ups. Parents also appreciate the game, because it provides physical activity and movement with its more active spin on tic-tac-toe.

Amazon reviewer, June Y., shares, “This tic-tac-toe game is a great addition for our family picnics. It has great craftsmanship, lightweight and very easy to set up.”