It’s officially H O T in Houston! We’ve rounded up the best splash pads to keep you and your family cool this summer.
Discovery Green – Gateway Fountain
The Gateway Fountain is a favorite spot for families. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., with extended hours until 9 p.m. on Thursdays during the summer. Enjoy the art installations, misting tree, playground, and kayaking on Kinder Lake.
Levy Park
Located inside the loop, Levy Park offers a beautiful playground, outdoor concerts, games, and a splash pad. The water feature operates daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Two recently opened restaurants add to the park’s appeal.
Ervan Chew Park
A hidden gem in the Museum District, Ervan Chew Park features a splash pad, playground, dog park, picnic tables, and sports fields. The park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.(mypacer.com)
Evelyn’s Park
Recently renovated, Evelyn’s Park in Bellaire boasts a splash pad with in-ground jets, green spaces, and picnic areas. The splash pad operates daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Burnett Bayland Park
Currently undergoing renovations, the splash pad at Burnett Bayland Park is closed during Phase 1 of construction. Other amenities like the community center and trails remain open.
Aron Ledet Park
This colorful park offers basketball courts, a playground, a spray area, and picnic tables. The splash pad operates daily from 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Jaycee Park
Jaycee Park features a splash pad with timed water spouts, surrounded by benches for parents. The park is open from dawn to dusk daily.
Emancipation Park Sprayground
Emancipation Park offers three sprayground areas with in-ground bubblers and directional sprays. The pool deck splash pad is open during pool hours: Tuesday–Saturday from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Tony Marron Park Splash Pad
Located in EaDo, Tony Marron Park features a splash pad, soccer and baseball fields, walking paths, and a playground.
Venturing Outside Houston:
Pirates Bay (Baytown)
A seasonal water park with slides, wave pools, kids’ play areas, and a lazy river. Tickets range from individual to seasonal passes.
River Park Splash Pad (Sugar Land)
Behind the RiverPark neighborhood pool, this splash pad includes water fountains, dumping buckets, and a misting rainbow. Open from sunrise to sunset, April through October.
Quillian Center
Located on the Westchase Campus of the First Methodist Church, the Quillian Center offers multiple pools for different age groups. Daily admission is $5 for members and $8 for non-members.
Stay cool and enjoy these fantastic splash pads around Houston!
