Splash Pads
Bethalto Arboretum and Splash Pad
E. Central St.
Bethalto, IL
The Bethalto Arboretum is 2.5 acres and a great spot to take little ones just learning to ride a tricycle or bicycle. The paths are wide, paved, flat, and full of shade. Most trees are labeled so you can learn while you walk. This is right across the street from Central Park.
Central Park has a playground with swings for all ages, climbing structures, a slide, and a merry-go-round. Trees around the playground provide a little bit of shade. Central Park has a wonderful fenced in splash pad and concession stand. There are chairs, 4 areas with umbrellas that can provide shade in the splash pad area, and a covered patio by the concession stand. Bathrooms are present. The Splash Pad opens May 27th and will be open daily from 10am-5pm through August 13th. From August 14th through August 28th, the park will only be open on Saturdays and Sundays. There is no fee for admission. Private Parties are $50 for 2 hours only and can be reserved between the times 5:30-8:30pm. To make a reservation, click here to create an account.
There are also baseball fields, lighted basketball court, lighted tennis courts, and a skate park.
Leon Corlew Park and Splash Pad
337 S Main St.
Edwardsville, IL
This park is very popular because of its wonderful splash pad. One end of the splash pad is perfect for little ones. The opposite end has a great set up for older kids due to its big water bucket drop. There are only 4 benches with shade surrounding the splash pad. There is one pavilion right by the splash pad area. There are cubby areas to place belongings in. Bathrooms and a Concession Stand are also on site.
The Splash Pad opens Memorial Day Weekend (starting May 26th). Typical Daily Hours: 9am to Dusk. Concession is usually open 11am-7pm. No Cost for Admission.
The playground area has one large play area with multiple slides, one small area for little kids, and swings. Be cautious because sometimes wet children from the splash pad play on the play equipment which makes the slides extra slick. There are a few spots to sit close to playgrounds. Pavilions are not too far away. An outdoor gym area is also behind the playground.
O'Fallon Family Sports Park with Splash Pad
301 Obernuefemann Rd
O'Fallon, IL
Large Sports Park not far out of Madison County with 8 ball diamonds, soccer fields, pond for fishing, playground, and unique splash pad with 2 playgrounds.
Details about the Free Splash Pad: There are two manmade creek areas with rocks. In between those creeks, there is a traditional splash pad with several different types of spraying apparatuses and 3 small buckets that dump water. Also, children can go back and forth from water play areas to two playground structures. One play area is designed for younger children and includes a slide and climbing structures. The other play are for older children includes a teeter-totter, spinning equipment, and several climbing structures.
Shade is provided by a large pavilion and trees. There are benches surrounding the play areas. Landscaping is beautiful, but it also makes it more challenging to watch multiple children at one time. The splash pad is not fenced in and is close to the parking lot. Restrooms are present.
Typical Daily Hours: 10:30am – 7:30pm. Tot time hours are Tuesdays 8:30-10:30am for children ages 5 and under only (no older siblings). Not pets allowed.
Riverfront Park Splash Pad
1 Riverfront Drive
Alton, IL
Splash pad with special water features! There are multiple lower level sprayers in addition to a mist filled rainbow tunnel. Three small buckets dump water and two eagle statues squirt water as well. Kids can take turns going down the small water slide in the shape of a frog. There is a neat small boat with double water slides. *Be careful on the painted concrete as it can get slick.
Bathrooms and a concession stand/pavillion are present. Sitting areas under umbrellas provide shade within the fenced in splash pad area. There is no cost to enter. Typical Hours: 10am-5pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Last Updated: 5/22/2023