guides

Splash Pads in the South Metro and Nearby

updated for 2023

By Jodi Lorence May 22, 2023

With summer upon us splash pads are always looking for a good way to keep the little ones cool. I have put together a list of local splash pads with addresses, hours and a bit of information about each. If I am missing any of your favorite places to play in the water please email me at jodil@macaronikid.com and I will get it added to our guide.

Splash, laugh, stay cool and enjoy the fun in the water. 


Cascade Bay Water Park

Address: 1360 Civic Center Drive, Eagan, MN 55122

Hours: June 9 - August 287, 20223 (check daily hours here).

Other: 2023 Season: Friday, June 9th through Sunday, August 27th

  • Single-session and All-Day Access tickets are available online, 72 hours in advance of date. Non-refundable/non-transferable.
  • Walk-up tickets available beginning at 10 a.m. daily.

Pricing HERE


Cedarcrest Park Splash Pad

Address: 8700 Bloomington Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425

Hours: 

Memorial Day through last day of Bloomington Public Schools school year

Monday - Friday, 4 - 8 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 

First day of Bloomington Public Schools summer break through Labor Day

7 days a week, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Day after Labor Day through end of season

Monday - Friday, 4 - 8 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 

Other Information: 

Cedarcrest Park's FREE splash pad opens annually beginning Memorial Day weekend (weather permitting). It typically closes in early fall or whenever weather conditions no longer allow operation.


Central Park in Rosemount

Address: 2893 145th Street West, Rosemount, MN 55068

Hours: daily from 8am - 10pm

Other Information: Opens Friday, May 26, 2023

 For more information, call the Parks and Recreation office at 651-322-6000.


Cliff Fen Park in Burnsville

Address: 120 E. Cliff Road, Burnsville, MN 55337

Hours: The splash pad is open daily 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. the third weekend in May through the third weekend in September, weather permitting.

Other Information: 

Cliff Fen Park is a 40-acre park located on the north side of Cliff Road, just east of the Nicollet Avenue intersection. The park is home to Burnsville Lions Playground and a splash pad. Access to the Minnesota Valley Wildlife Refuge is also available.

The playground has 87 play pieces and is able to accommodate up to 265 children at one time. Play pieces are geared toward children of all ages. There is plenty of room for everyone to run, slide, swing and climb!

 The splash pad covers approximately 2,000 square feet, with 12-15 water features meant to spray, soak, sprinkle and splash those who step within its reach. Water features can be activated by pressing the splash pad button.


Kelley Park in Apple Valley

Address: 6855 Fortino St., Apple Valley, MN 55124

Hours: daily from 10am - 8pm

Other Information: 

Kelley Park Splash Pad will open for the season as weather temperatures allow, with daily hours of approximately 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. To operate the splash pad, push the button on the "stoplight" at the south end and step on the foot sensor at the north end. Please Note: The equipment is not sanitized. 


Nicollet Commons Water Feature in Burnsville

Address: 12550 Nicollet Ave, Burnsville, MN 55337

Hours: The water feature is open daily from 9 a.m. - midnight the third weekend in May through the third weekend in September, weather permitting

Other Information:

Click here for more information regarding this park and park rules.


Splash Pad at Eagan's Central Park

Address: 1501 Central Parkway.   The Splash Pad is adjacent to the Festival Grounds Pavilion

Hours: Splash Pad is open for the Season as of May 26. Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

Other Information: Eagan Central Park Splash Pad is free to the public and includes multiple ground spraying features as well as over-head fountains and buckets. The Splash Pad area also has a rock seating wall and a sun shelter with picnic tables. All seating is first-come, first-serve and spots are not open for reservations. The City of Eagan reserves the right to close the facility due to weather, over-crowding, or other unforeseen situations.

Stay in the Know on Eagan’s Splash Pad: Get text notifications on updates and closures. Sign up today – text SPLASHPAD to 888-777.



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