Hottest Spots for Cooling Down--Water Parks and Splash Pads

Small Impact on the Wallet and Small in Size

These spots are great for an impromptu trip to cool off. They are either FREE or super affordable. Keep a bag of towels, swimwear, and sunscreen in the car so you’re ready to just pop by on a hot day and refresh the entire family. These are the best spots, by county, and usually are located within municipal public parks. Many of these places have so much more to offer than just their water activities. Splash Pads are wonderful for smaller children under the age of 8 who may not be so confident in their swimming ability. Bring snacks and drinks, you may want to spend most of your day!

FUN FACTOR: ENJOYABLE & LOW KEY

PALM BEACH: SPLASH PADS

1) John Prince Park - Lake Worth
Large lakeside park with pavilions, large splash pad and accessible play areas.

2) Congress Avenue Barrier Free - Boynton Beach
Wonderful new park that is fully accessible. Fun playground equipment, splash pad and pavilions

3) Patch Reef Park - Boca Raton
Amazing playground just renovated with shady splash area and pavilions.

BROWARD: SPLASH PADS & POOL

1) Charnow Park - Hollywood
Gorgeous beach-front park with splash pad and playground

2) Coral Springs Sportsplex Aquatic Center - Coral Springs
FEE: $3-$4 per person
Huge Aquatic Center with diving boards, splash pad, and multiple pools.

MIAMI-DADE: SPLASH PADS & POOLS

1) South Pointe Park - Miami Beach
Waterside splash area surrounded by a magnificently landscaped park in a picturesque locale

2) Milander Park - Hialeah
FEE: $
Aquatic Complex with a wet tot lot and multiple swimming pools.

MONROE: SPLASH PAD & POOL

1) Ron Levy Aquatic Center at Islamorada’s Founders Park - Islamorada
FEES for pool & park: $
Located in the waterside park in Islamorada this Aquatic Center features an olympic sized pool and splash pad for tots.