The Big List of Bay Area Splash Pads

Looking for the best Bay Area splash pads to cool off this summer? You're in the right place! My kids absolutely love splash pads on hot days and honestly, so do I. They're usually free, located at awesome parks, and perfect for an easy, fun-filled family outing.

I've put together this big list of Bay Area splash pads open for the 2026 season, including info on hours, locations, and what to expect. Some stay open later into the summer than typical water parks or city pools, making them a go-to option for keeping cool all season long.

💡 Pro tip: Most splash pads are free and open inside parks with playgrounds nearby. Hours can shift — I've linked city websites throughout so you're never guessing. Always worth a quick check before loading the kids in the car.

📍 See all locations on this interactive map →

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BAY AREA SPLASH PADS:

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SAN FRANCISCO:

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SOUTH BAY AREA:

SUNNYVALE:

Hours: Open daily April to October from 10am - 6pm

SAN JOSE:

Hours: Now open!

MORGAN HILL:

Hours:

Open June 6 to August 14th from 11am to 3pm (closed Fridays)

Open August 16 to August 31 ON WEEKENDS ONLY from 11am to 3pm

CAMPBELL:

Hours: Opening Summer 2026. Check the city's website for updates.

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EAST BAY AREA:

HAYWARD:

Hours:

Opens end of May 2026 to mid-September

CASTRO VALLEY:

Hours:

Opens end of May 2026 to mid-September

EL CERRITO:

Please note: this is part of the El Cerrito Swim Center

Hours: Open as of 5/2- See city website for hours, pricing and scheduling updates

SAN RAMON:

Hours:

Daily from April 1st until Oct 31 | 10a-5p

See city website for updates.

DUBLIN:

Hours: Open from Memorial day weekend through Saturday, September 13 from 11am to 7:30pm

WALNUT CREEK:

Open during recreational swim hours and is included with admission to the swim center. There are also “sprayground only” hours in the mornings and evenings during swim lesson hours starting June 6. Admission is $3 during sprayground only hours.

See pricing and hours HERE.

BRENTWOOD:

Hours: Open daily 10am to 7pm from April 1 til Oct 31

CONCORD:

Hours: Open daily May 22 to Sept 28 from 12pm to 6pm. When school is in session hourse are 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., on weekends and holidays

See city website for updates

DANVILLE:

Hours: Open April 1 to Sept 30th- weekdays: 12pm to 6pm, Weekends: 10am to 6pm

PENINSULA:

Redwood City:

Hours: Open May 30 10:30am-12:00pm and 2:00-6:00pm daily through September 30

See city website for updates

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PALO ALTO:

SAN CARLOS:

Hours: Opening May 2026 daily 10am to 6pm through September 30th

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NORTH BAY AREA:

VACAVILLE:

FAIRFIELD:

Opening May 2026 daily 11am to 7pm until mid-October

Opening May 2026, Friday - Sunday from 12-4pm until Labor Day!

SAN RAFAEL:

Hours: Open from Memorial day through Labor day, 10am to 6pm- see city website for updates

SANTA ROSA:

Hours: Open May 23 daily 11am to 5pm through September 7

Other Water Activities in the North Bay Area:

GO Anyway. 🚗💨

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