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The Best Splash Pads in The Woodlands

Cool Off and Make a Splash at These Family-Friendly Spots!

By Kirsten Swanson | Macaroni KID The Woodlands - Montgomery July 16, 2024

Summer is here (all year since it is Texas?), and what better way to beat the heat than by visiting one of The Woodlands' fantastic splash pads? Perfect for families looking to cool off and have fun, these splash pads offer a variety of interactive water features, shaded seating areas, and nearby amenities. Whether you're planning a full day out or just a quick stop to let the kids play, these splash pads are sure to provide hours of entertainment. Check out our top picks for the best splash pads in The Woodlands!


Market Street Splash Pad

  • Address: 9595 Six Pines Drive
  • Hours: Daily, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. (March - October)

Nestled in the heart of Market Street, this splash pad offers an interactive water feature perfect for kids to enjoy while parents relax on the deck. With covered seating and free charging stations, it's an ideal spot for a day out.


Creekside Park Village Green

  • Address: 26400 Kuykendahl Drive
  • Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (March 1 - October 31)

Creekside Park Village Green combines a seasonal splash pad with a turfed field, perfect for play and picnics. Enjoy shaded seating, nearby restaurants, and dessert options. Don't miss the live music and outdoor movie nights!


Timarron Splash Pad

  • Address: 550 North Green Print Circle
  • Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (March 1 - October 31)

Featuring whimsical water elements like a frog tunnel and flower sprays, the Timarron Splash Pad is a hit with kids. Concrete seating surrounds the area, providing a comfortable spot for supervising adults.


Bear Branch Splash Pad

  • Address: 5200 Research Forest Dr.
  • Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (March 1 - October 31)

This splash pad boasts multilevel water features, including a bear in honor of Bear Branch Park. When the pool is open, access to the splash pad is included with pool admission.


Waterway Square - Grandma's Purse

  • Address: 31 Waterway Square Place
  • Hours: Free, mid-March to mid-October

"Grandma's Purse" by Dixie Friend Gay is a unique splash pad and art piece. Kids can enjoy splashing around while discovering treasures like toy cars and action figures embedded in the mosaic floor.


May Valley Splash Pad

  • Address: 11598 May Valley Circle
  • Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (March 1 - October 31)

Bright and colorful, the May Valley Splash Pad features a giant dumping bucket and maneuverable sprayers. It's a vibrant spot for kids to cool off and play.


Sawmill Splash Pad

  • Address: 2200 Millpark Dr.
  • Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (March 1 - October 31)

Connected to the Sawmill Pool, this fully fenced splash pad is open to the public when the pool is closed. Entry is free from the park side gates, but admission fees apply when entering through the pool gates.


Shadowbend Splash Pad

  • Address: 4991 Lake Woodlands Dr.
  • Hours: Daily, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (March 1 - October 31)

Located at Shadowbend Pool, this splash pad offers a fenced area for safe play. Free entry is available when the pool is closed, while pool admission fees apply when the pool is open.


Enjoy the summer fun and keep cool at these fantastic splash pads in The Woodlands! Whether you're looking for a place to relax or for kids to play, there's something for everyone.