We're rounding up all of the best splash pads around Boston, recommended and reviewed by fellow parents! From simple sprinkler parks to elaborate spraygrounds that belong at a waterpark, have fun discovering a new place to cool off the kids. Many of these are attached to fun playgrounds, too.
Check out our interactive map to find parent-recommended splash pads near you, and leave a review for your family's favorite!
Davis Farmland Play & Spray
Carly Follett: Spend a full day at Davis Farmland! Pet and feed animals, ride a pony, bounce and climb in Imagine-Acres, slide, dig and scoot in Adventureland and get wet at the splash park! New England’s largest zero depth water spray park has a water tower, misters, sprinklers, geysers, a kiddy car wash, slip & slide and an inflatable waterslide!
Capron Park Zoo Splashpad Playspace
Amanda Banta: The zero-depth splash pad at Capron Park Zoo offers kids of all ages a way to cool off during summertime visits to the zoo.
Beaver Brook Spray Deck
Erynn: Part of Beaver Brook Reservation, the Beaver Brook spray deck is beautifully landscaped to fit in with its natural surroundings. Take a break from the water to play on the playground or have lunch in the scenic picnic areas.
Olsen Spray Deck
Erynn: The spray deck, swimming pool and playground are all in the same area. Swim, splash and dry off at the playground before heading home.
Artesani Playground Wading Pool and Spray Deck
Erynn: A scenic riverside location with two playgrounds, a wading pool and spray deck, Artesani Playground is like a mini water park!
North Union Spray Park
Erynn: Spray park with adjacent playground, basketball court, picnic tables, baseball/softball fields and an open field.
Kenney Park Splash Pad
Erynn: An open splash pad attracts kids of all ages. The splash pad is not enclosed, so be sure to keep a close eye on young children. Also enjoy the playground, picnic tables, sport courts and fitness area.
Dickerman Park Splash Pad
Erynn: This compact park boasts ample parking, plenty of seating, and a kid-friendly splash pad with adjoining playground. Despite the small size of this park, it doesn't feel cramped, and offers plenty of space for kids to play.
Albion Playground Splash Pad
Erynn: The Albion Playground splash pad sits alongside the playground, swings, and multi-game court and will keep kids from toddlers to teens happy and busy.
Grimmons Park Splash Pad
Erynn: Paths for tot bike riding, a circular spray pad for cooling off, and a variety of climbing features make this playground a good spot for all ages. The enclosed park area lets you see kids from the picnic seating and ensure that little ones can't take off.
Neponset Landing II Spray Deck
Erynn: A seasonal spray deck is nestled within the trails that meander along the Neponset River. This splash pad is located at the corner of Granite and Hill Top Street, right across from the Martin playground.
Boston Common Frog Pond Summer Spray Pool
Erynn: Boston Common offers family-oriented fun all year long with its carousel, ice skating and special events, but summer is the time to cool off in the kid-favorite spray and splash pool!
Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway Fountains
Erynn: Spend the whole day exploring the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway! Enjoy one of the Greenway's fountains, ride the carousel, grab lunch from one of the delicious food trucks and more.
The Greenway features seven water features. Dip your feet in the canal, race the jet sprays at the Rings Fountain, cool off in the Harbor Fog Scuplture's mist or splash in the Chinatown Stream!
Take a spin on an animal native to Boston on the Greenway Carousel. Rides are available daily throughout the year.
Petersen Splash Pad (Watson Park)
Erynn: A fenced-in park with spray features and splash pad accommodates kids from toddler to teenager for a fun way to cool down this summer. Proof of Braintree residency is required.
Nelson Memorial Playground & Splash Pad
Amanda Banta: The splash pad at Nelson Memorial Park sits just steps away from the waters of Plymouth Bay, giving a beautiful background when snapping pics at the park. The pad has standard sprayers perfect to cool down on a hot summer day. Though simple, families can spend hours at Nelson Park, with its access to a small beach area, concession stand, playground and field surrounding the splash pad. Downtown Plymouth, with its numerous restaurants, shops and sightseeing spots, is just minutes away as well.
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