By Marisol Acosta
There’s no denying that Arizona has an abundance of sun in the summer and keeping your youngest family members cool while they adventure outdoors is a top priority. Check out our picks for top splash pads to keep you cool and having fun in the sun.
Chestnutt Park
Location: 4565 N. Granite Reef Road., Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Splash Pad Hours: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m
Restrooms: Yes
Cost: Free
In addition to having one of the best splash pads in the area, this 5 acre park has amenities for the entire family. With restrooms, a playground, and tennis courts, there is enough activity for everyone.
Altadena Park
Location:3711 E Altadena Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85028
Splash Pad Hours: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Restrooms: Yes
Cost: Free
From the entire park being very family friendly, you’ll find that it has plenty of shade and a playground. One of the more exciting splash pads, Altadena brings you interactive water play with spray structures and water cannons.
Glendale Heroes Regional Park
Location: W Berridge Ln & 83rd Avenue., Glendale, AZ 85303
Splash Pad Hours: 12 p.m.. – 7 p.m.
Restrooms: Yes
Cost: Free
With a lake, skatepark, archery range and basketball courts, this park has much to do for the whole family once the kiddos have cooled off.
Pioneer Park
Location: 8755 N 83rd Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345
Splash Pad Hours: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Restrooms: Yes
Cost: Free
A fun, interactive water playground that will keep you cool all summer with a 15 ft. water wall to complement the exciting splash pad. In addition to water features, this park includes an historic train ride, horseshoes and treehouse play structures.
Sunset Palms Park
Location: 5420 W Sweetwater Ave, Glendale, AZ 85304
Park Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m
Restrooms: Yes
Cost: Free
Glendale’s newest splash pad has turned a year old! This exciting new aquatic adventure has movable and interactive water features.
The Cloud at Kiwanis Park
5233 S. Ash Avenue
Hours: Daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. April through October
Restrooms: Yes
Cost: Free
Not only does this splash pad offer respite from the summer heat, it also includes a nice shade over the water area, one of the more unique features that sets it apart from the rest.
