Welcome to “35 Free Splash Pads & Spray Parks to Cool Off at in Cuyahoga County,” your go-to guide for family-friendly, no-cost water fun this summer! From the City of Cleveland’s network of spray basins that turn on when temps hit around 80°F to suburban splash pads open seasonally, these 20 locations offer refreshing ways to beat the heat without breaking the bank. There’s something here for every summer vibe you’re seeking!
Just a reminder: be sure to verify the exact address and current hours before setting off on your journey. For example, Lakewood Park’s splash pad generally runs from the beginning of June through the beginning of October from 8am to 8pm, while Cleveland’s spray basins are usually active midday through early evening once the temperature hits 80 degrees. Have fun and be safe!
Parent Tip: As parents, we know how important restrooms are as part of the day’s journey, especially when water play is involved! While many splash pads have facilities nearby, here are a few where restrooms are not available on-site: Overlook Park (Avon Lake), All Cleveland City Spray Basins, Crocker Park (Westlake) – note: public restrooms are available elsewhere in the plaza, but not at the splash pad itself, Calvin Park (Seven Hills), McElvey Park & McKelvey Fountain (Berea). Plan accordingly with a restroom stop before or after visiting these spots or pack those just-in-case supplies!
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Splash Pads:
Anthony Zielinski Park Splash Pad - Parma: 7620 W Ridgewood Dr, Parma ** fenced in
Broadview Heights Splash Pad - Broadview Heights: 9543 Broadview Road **fenced in
Cain Park Splash Pad - Cleveland Heights: 14591 Superior Road **fenced in
Calvin Park Splash Pad - Seven Hills: 6200 Rockside Rd, Seven Hills
Crocker Park Splash Pad - Westlake: 177 Market St, Westlake
Edgewater Park - Lindsey Family Play Space: Upper Edgewater Dr, Cleveland
Lakewood Park Sprayground: 14532 Lake Ave, Lakewood **fenced in
McElvey Park Splash Pad - Berea: 85 South Rocky River Dr, Berea
McKelvey Park Fountain - Berea: 30 E Bridge St, Berea
North Royalton Memorial Park Splash Pad: 14600 State Rd, North Royalton
Overlook Park Splash Pad - Avon Lake: 215 Glenview Dr, Avon Lake ** - "mostly” fenced in
Public Square - Cleveland: 116 Rockwell Avenue, Cleveland
Strongsville Town Center Splash Pad - Strongsville: 18300 Zverina Lane, Strongsville
Village Green Park - Olmsted Falls: 26100 Bagley Rd, Olmsted Falls
Cleveland City Spray Basins:
These spray parks (aka giant water sprinklers) are open through Labor Day, typically 11am–8pm. Please note that all City of Cleveland spray parks / basins will be in operation any day of the week when the temperature is 80 degrees or higher.
Spray bins are great for younger kids since there's no deep water, just spray, for endless active fun! Just as an FYI, there will be little to no standing water and therefore no lifeguards.
Arthur Johnston Spray Basin: East 147th St & Seville Ave, CLE 44102
Crossburn Spray Basin: Crossburn Ave (W. 130th St.), CLE 44135
Dove Spray Basin: East 102nd St & Dove Ave, CLE 44105
Easton Spray Basin: East 88th St. (South of Kinsman), CLE 44106
Emery Spray Basin: West 130th St. (South l – 71), CLE, 44135
Fairview Spray Basin: West 38th St. & Franklin Blvd, CLE, 44113
Gawron Spray Basin: East 136th St & Harvard Ave, CLE 44105
Grant Spray Basin: East 39th St. & Central Ave, CLE 44115
Grdina Park Spray Basin: East 61st St & St. Clair Ave, CLE 44103
Groton Park Spray Basin: Groton Rd. (South of Green Road), CLE 44121
Halloran Spray Basin: 3550 West 117, CLE 44111
Herman Park Spray Basin: West 60th Street & Herman Ave, CLE 44102
Irma East Spray Basin: 74th St. & Irma Ave, CLE, 44105
League Park Spray Basin: East 66th St. & Lexington Ave, CLE, 44103
Mercedes Cotner Spray Basin: West 95th St. (South of Denison), CLE, 44102
Micheal Zone Spray Basin: 6301 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, 44102
Moulton/Scoutway Spray Basin: East 115th St. & Moulton Ave, Cleveland, 44106
R.J. Taylor Spray Basin: Melville Rd & Nottingham Rd, CLE 44110
Roberto Clemente Spray Basin: West 38th St. & Seymour Ave, CLE, 44113
Rockefeller Park Spray Basin: East 105th St. & MLK Blvd, CLE, 44106
Trent Spray Basin: West 40th St. & Trent Ave, CLE, 44109
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