15 Splash Pads in Central Florida to visit this Summer

It’s Summertime in the Sunshine State, and it is hot hot hot! Splash pads are a great way to keep kids cool this summer, and thankfully there are a lot of options!

Here is a list of 15 parks, playgrounds and areas that have awesome splash pads.

• Torcaso Cove (Our favorite one!)
  • Address: 104 N Moss Rd, Winter Springs, FL 32708
  • Perks: Newly renovated, Gated Splash Pad, Playground, picnic area, HUGE adorable sandbox, walking path around a small lake, grass field, and swings.
  • Cost: Free to Winter Springs residents, $3 for guests.

• Central Florida Zoo
  • Address: 3755 W Seminole Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771
  • Perks: Located inside the Zoo, petting zoo nearby, connected to Mission BBQ & a picnic Area.
  • Cost: Need a Zoo Ticket (Includes zoo, petting zoo & splash pad) $14-$22. 2 & under are free. Online Ticket LINK: https://www.centralfloridazoo.org/tickets/

• Capeheart Park Orlando
  • Address: 715 Capehart Dr, Orlando, FL 32822
  • Perks: Playground, Large Shaded area, gated splash pad, large walking path, swings, basketball courts & shaded picnic area.
  • Cost: Free public park.

• Trotwood Park
  • Address: 701 Northern Way, Winter Springs, FL 32708
  • Perks: Lots of shade, Playground, swings, several picnic pavilions, Gated Splash Pad, Walking path, Tennis Courts, Basketball court, Stationary Workout Equipment, Lake, Water Fountains, & Little Library.
  • Cost: Free to Winter Springs residents, $3 for guests.

• Downey Park
  • Address: 10107 Flowers Ave, Orlando, FL 32825
  • Perks: LARGE splash area, wheel chair accessible playground, swings, picnic area, shade, baseball field, water fountain (for dogs also), lake, and walking path.
  • Cost: Free public park.

• Barnett Park
  • Address: 4801 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808
  • Perks: Gated Splash Pad, playground, walking path, large picnic area with several tables under a large pavilion.
  • Cost: Free public Park.

• Dr. Phillips Park
  • Address: 7943 Fenton St, Orlando, FL 32836
  • Perks: Gated splash pad, Large shaded Splash pad, large grass area.
  • Cost: Free Public Park

• Oviedo Aquatic Center
  • Address: 148 Oviedo Blvd, Oviedo, FL 32765
  • Perks: Large pool for lap swimming and playground/splash pad kids area in shallow water.
  • Cost: $5 for Oviedo residents & $7 for guests. Pass & other payment options available here: Aquatic Center Fees & Membership

• Winter Garden Interactive Fountains
  • Address: 119 S Lakeview Ave, Winter Garden, FL 34787
  • Perks: Large concrete area, located in a park with several walking paths.
  • Cost: Free.

• Trailblazer Park in Lake Mary
  • Address: 550 Rantoul Ln, Lake Mary, FL 32746
  • Perks: Gated splash pad, large shaded playground with rope structures to climb, swings, walking paths, picnic area and pavilions.
  • Cost: Free Public Park.

• Aquatica (Seaworld’s Water Park)
  • Address: 5800 Water Play Way, Orlando, FL 32821
  • Perks: Large water slides, Lazy river, wave pool, big kids play zone in shallow water, toddler play zone in shallow water, eating areas and small aquariums.
  • Cost: With the current Memorial Day 50% off sale tickets are $46. LINK: Aquatica Tickets

• Oviedo on the Park
  • Address: 299 Center Lake Ln, Oviedo, FL 32765
  • Perks: Small Splash pad, next to playground, water fountains, nearby dog park, picnic area, amphitheater, Food truck event the last Thursday of every month, and several free community events hosted. Also a variety of restaurant within walking distance.
  • Cost: Free Public Park

• Reiter Park
  • Address: Reiter Park, 311 W Warren Ave, Longwood, FL 32750
  • Perks: Gated Splash Pad, Small playground, grass area, walking path, pavillion and nearby lake.
  • Cost: Free Public Park

• Fort Melon Park
  • Address: 600 E 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771
  • Perks: Gated splash pad, playground, large grass area, and walking paths.
  • Cost: $2-$3 & FREE on the first Friday of Every Month!

• Wes Crile Park
  • Address: 1537 Norbert Terrace, Deltona, FL 32738
  • Perks: Large gated splash pad only open for the summer. Playground & basketball courts. Closed Mondays for maintenance.
  • Cost: Free Public Park.

Here’s My Checklist for Going to the Splash Pad (Keep in mind I’m packing for a baby & toddler 😂)

• Sunscreen
• Change of Clothes to play in because you know they’ll want to go on the playground too! (Loose Fitting)
• Swim Diaper (if needed)
• 2 Towels (large & small)
• Diaper Changing items: wipes, diaper, changing pad (if needed)
• Plastic bag (for wet clothes)
• Swim Floaty (if needed)
• A bucket (to collect & pour water)
• Hat with chin strap (so they can’t pull it off)
• Sunglasses
• Crocs shoes (waterproof & easy to slip on & off)
• Snacks & Picnic Lunch (Basically a PB&J and pouch for toddler & a protein shake/ smoothie for me because kids aren’t the only ones that get hangry)
• Water bottle (for you too!)
• Portable stroller fan
• Charged Phone
• Stroller
• And of course, a friend because playdates are needed for your little to develop social skills AND for mama- because having friends is not something you grow out of.

I hope you find this list useful to help cool your kiddos down while enjoying some good summer fun. Tag a friend & where you want to go below! Don’t forget to share & subscribe.