South Florida Water Park and Splash Pad Guide

If you’re looking for fun ways to cool off with the kids, my guide has you covered!

From free splash pads to full-scale water parks, South Florida is packed with family-friendly spots to splash, slide, and soak up the sun. I've rounded up some of the best locations across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach so you can easily plan your next water day adventure.

Miami:

Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Rd, Pinecrest, FL 33156
Splash pad, petting zoo, botanical garden.
Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm | Splash pad ~10:00am – 4:00pm
Tickets / Info: Paid admission $5 per person

Westwind Lakes Park
6805 SW 152nd Ave, Miami, FL 33193
FREE splash pad
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Venetian Pool

2701 De Soto Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Historic spring-fed swimming pool with waterfalls, grottos, and Mediterranean-style architecture

Hours: Tue–Fri 11:00 AM–5:30 PM | Sat 10:00 AM–4:30 PM | Sun 10:00 AM–4:30 PM | Closed Mondays

Tickets / Info:

Non-residents — Adults (13+) $18 | Children (3–12) $12

Coral Gables residents — Adults $7 | Children $6

Residents must show proof of residency at entry

Zoo Miami

12400 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33177

Full zoo experience with multiple splash zones and water play areas including Ocean Voyage Splash Pad and misting stations throughout the park

Hours: ~10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Tickets / Info: Paid zoo admission required (water play areas included with entry)

A.D. Barnes Park
3401 SW 72nd Ave, Miami, FL 33155
Shaded splash area + nature trails
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Manolo Reyes Park Pool

10800 SW 216th St, Miami, FL 33190

Community pool offering a budget-friendly option for spring break fun.

Hours: March 23–27, 12:00pm – 7:00pm

Tickets / Info: Under 18 free · Adults $3

Murray Park Aquatic Center
6700 SW 62nd Ave, South Miami, FL 33143
Zero-entry pool with splash pad, swim lessons, and water aerobics programs
Hours: Mid-March–late September seasonal facility
Public Open Swim: 12:00 PM–4:00 PM (April 4–June 7 weekends only; June 8–Aug 9 daily; Aug 15–Sept 27 weekends only)
Tickets / Info: Fees vary by program (water aerobics $35/month or $7 drop-in; senior residents 65+ free)

More info here 

Grapeland Water Park

1150 NW 37th Ave, Miami, FL 33125

Family-friendly water park with splash zones, slides, and a lazy river

Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM (Opens May 23, 2026; seasonal through August)

Tickets / Info: Child (2–13) $9 | Adults $15 (Miami-Dade residents) / $20 (non-residents) | Under 1 FREE 

More info here 

Miami Springs Aquatic Center

1401 Westward Dr, Miami Springs, FL 33166

ADA-accessible aquatic center with zero-entry play area, 35’ water slide, and lap pool

Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–1:00 PM, 2:00 PM–6:30 PM | Sat–Sun 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Tickets / Info: Call 305-805-5078 for details

Miami Beach:

South Pointe Park
1 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Playground, splash pad, scenic views
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Normandy Isle Park & Pool & Flamingo Park
1200 Meridian Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

7030 Trouville Esplanade, Miami Beach, FL 33141

Zero-entry community pool with children’s water playground, slides, mushroom waterfall, and interactive splash features

Hours: Seasonal / program-based facility

Public & Program Schedule:

• Water aerobics (current cycle through June 5, 2026): Mon & Wed 12:00–12:45 PM | Tue & Thu 12:00–1:00 PM or 6:00–7:00 PM (varies by session)

• Flamingo Park Pool program period: June 8–Aug 14 (includes extended summer aquatic programming)

• Year-round swim lessons, camps, and infant/toddler water safety programs available (schedules vary)

Tickets / Info: Free for Miami Beach residents | Non-residents fee applies | Some classes free for residents / paid drop-in for non-residents ($19) | Punch pass available (10 sessions $105) More info here

Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132
Water play area + attractions
Hours: ~10:00am – 4:00pm
Tickets / Info: Paid admission

Victory Pool Family Aquatics Center

1980 NE 171st St, North Miami Beach, FL 33162

Neighborhood aquatic center with heated 25-yard pool, splash pad, water slides, and interactive play features

Hours: Year-round facility (hours vary; check schedule for open swim times)

Tickets / Info: Children (17 & under) $2.50 | Adults (18–54) $3 | Seniors (55+) $2.50 | Free for residents under 17 with valid utility bill ID More info here

Doral:

Doral Central Park

3000 NW 87th Ave, Doral, FL 33172

Large 78-acre park with playgrounds, splash areas, and the Doral Aquatic Center featuring Olympic pool, training pool, leisure pool, slides, and splash pad 

 For hours and fees see Here

Doral Legacy Park
11400 NW 82nd St, Doral, FL 33178
FREE splash pad
Hours: ~10:00am – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Hialeah:

McDonald Water Park
18001 NW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33178
Weekend water park fun for families with pools and splash features.
Hours: Starting March 21 (weekends), 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Tickets / Info: Residents: Kids $5 · Adults $8 | Non-residents: Kids $10 · Adults $15 | Under 2 free

More info here 

Perrine / Cutler Bay:

Wilbur B. Bell Park Family Aquatic Center

10355 SW 172nd St, Miami, FL 33157 (Park: 10301 SW 170th Terrace)

Family aquatic center with walk-in pools, splash playground, water slides, and swim programs

Hours: Year-round facility

Pool Office: Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–6:30 PM | Sat 12:00 PM–6:00 PM | Sun 1:00 PM–6:00 PM

Summer Swim: Mon–Fri 1:00 PM–5:00 PM | Sat 12:00 PM–6:00 PM | Sun 1:00 PM–6:00 PM

Water Exercise: Tue & Thu 5:00 PM–6:00 PM

Tickets / Info: $2 ages 2+ | Learn-to-swim classes available (call 305-969-3886) | Height requirement 48” for slides | Splash pool ages 2+ | Recreational swim ages 3+

Larry and Penny Thompson Memorial Park

12451 SW 184th St, Miami, FL 33177

Waterslides + beach area

Hours: Weekends and holidays throughout summer (call ahead to check)

Tickets / Info: $6 adults · $4 kids More Info here https://www.miamidade.gov/parks/larry-penny.asp

Homestead:

South Dade Park

28151 SW 164th Ave, Homestead, FL 33033

Park with nearby aquatic center and community pool

Hours: Sunrise – sunset (park)

Pool Hours: Year-round facility

Office: Mon–Fri 10:00 AM–6:30 PM | Sat–Sun 12:00 PM–6:30 PM

Summer Swim: Mon–Fri 1:00 PM–5:00 PM | Sat 12:00 PM–7:00 PM | Sun 1:00 PM–7:00 PM

Tickets / Info: $3 ages 2+ | Seniors $2 | Learn-to-swim classes available (call pool for schedule)

Pompano / Coral Springs / Parkland:

Caporella Park
5200 Prospect Rd, Tamarac, FL 33321
Splash + playground
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Here

Betti Stradling Park
10301 Wiles Rd, Coral Springs, FL 33076
Splash pad
Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily
Tickets / Info: Free

Liberty Park
9200 Ranch Rd, Parkland, FL
Free splash pad + playground
Hours: 7:00 a.m. to Sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Waters Edge Park
7508 NW 61st Terrace, Parkland, FL
Free splash pad
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

North Miami / Aventura / Miami Gardens:

Tidal Cove Waterpark
JW Marriott Turnberry Resort, Aventura, FL
Resort-style water park
Hours: ~10:00am – 6:00pm
Tickets / Info: Paid Entry More Info Here 

Founders Park SplashPad

3105 NE 190th St, Aventura, FL 33180

Castle-themed splash pad with interactive water cannons, fountains, and spray features (no standing water)

Hours: Weekends only (starting April 18–May 24, 2026; spring/summer seasonal)

Tickets / Info: Free for Aventura residents with valid ID | Non-residents $10 per person + park admission ($5 adults, $3 ages 17 & under)

98th Street Park
1145 98th St, Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Splash pad
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Oak Grove Park
690 NE 159th St, Miami, FL 33162
Playground + open space
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Buccaneer Park
3100 NW 207th St, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Splash pad
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Splash Pad: $3.00 per person

Boca Raton:

Coconut Cove Water Park

20130 Regional Park Dr, Boca Raton, FL 33498

Water park with slides, splash areas, and a lazy river

Hours: Mar–May weekends only (Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM–5:00 PM); May select Friday hours; Jun 1–Aug 9 daily (Mon–Sat 10:00 AM–5:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM–5:00 PM); Aug 9–Sep 1 weekends only (plus Labor Day)

Tickets / Info:

Adults (12+) $18 | Seniors & Military $14 | Children (2–11) $14 | Under 2 FREE

After 3 PM — Adults $16 | Seniors & Military $11 | Children $11

Season Pass — Adults $101 | Children $89 

More info here

Sugar Sand Park
300 S Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33486
Splah area, Science playground, carousel, Children’s Science Explorium
Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tickets / Info: Free 

Palm Beaches:

Rapids Water Park
6566 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Large water park with slides
Hours: ~10:00am – 5:00pm
Tickets / Info: Paid Entry  More info Here

Calypso Bay Waterpark

151 Lamstein Ln, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411

Family-friendly water park with slides, splash zones, and lazy river

Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sun 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Open March 14–22, 2026; weekends only March 23–May 29, 2026 (plus select dates); daily May 30–August 9, 2026; weekends only August 10–September 7, 2026 (plus Labor Day)

Tickets / Info:

Daily admission — Adults (12+) $18 | Seniors & Military $14 | Children (2–11) $14 | Under 1 FREE

After 3 PM — Adults $16 | Seniors & Military $12 | Children $12

Season Passes — Adults $101 | Children $89
More info here

Bill Moss Hillcrest Paseo
3113–3219 Parker Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Splash pad + playground
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

South Olive Park & Community Center
345 Summa St, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Splash pad + playground
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Hollywood / Miramar / Pembroke Pines:

C.B. Smith Park Paradise Cove

900 N Flamingo Rd, Pembroke Pines, FL 33028

Seasonal water park with splash areas and large waterslides

Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM (weekdays) | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (weekends & holidays); Open March 13–22, 2026; weekends only March 28–May 31, 2026; open Memorial Day (May 25, 2026); daily June 4–August 16, 2026; weekends only August 22–September 27, 2026 (last day); open Labor Day (September 7, 2026)

Tickets / Info: $15 all-day | $10 after 3 PM More Info here

T.Y. Park Castaway Island

3109 Sheridan St, Hollywood, FL 33021

Water playground with interactive splash features for kids

Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM (weekdays) | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (weekends & holidays); Open March 13–22, 2026; weekends only March 28–May 31, 2026; open Memorial Day (May 25, 2026); daily June 4–August 16, 2026

Tickets / Info: Here

Charnow Park, Hollywood Beach

300 Connecticut St, Hollywood, FL 33019

Splash + playground

Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Tickets / Info: Free

Fort Lauderdale / Plantation / Sunrise/Deerfield:

Welleby Park
11100 NW 44th St, Sunrise, FL 33351
Splash pad + playground
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Cypress Preserve Park
9020 NW 38th St, Sunrise, FL 33351
Splash + nature play
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Plantation Woods
5555 Palm Tree Rd, Plantation, FL 33317
Splash pad + playground
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Croissant Park
245 W Park Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Free water play area
Hours: Sunrise – sunset
Tickets / Info: Free

Quiet Waters Park Splash Adventure

401 S Powerline Rd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Interactive children’s water playground with slides, splash features, and tipping bucket

Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM (weekdays) | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (weekends & holidays); Open March 13–22, 2026; weekends only March 28–May 31, 2026; open Memorial Day (May 25, 2026); daily June 4–August 16, 2026; weekends only August 22–September 27, 2026 (last day)

Tickets / Info: $6 all-day | $4.40 after 3 PM More info here 

Mom Approved Tip:
Hours can vary seasonally and splash pads may turn off out of season always double check before heading out! 

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