When the summer sun starts to sizzle, there’s no better way to keep the kids cool and entertained than a visit to one of the many splash pads around the Greater Rochester area. Whether you’re looking for a quick afternoon escape or a full day of water-filled fun, our guide is here to help you discover the best local spots that are perfect for little ones to splash, play, and stay active. From hidden neighborhood gems to popular city parks, we’ve rounded up all the family-friendly locations that moms will love for their convenience, safety, and kid-approved fun.
What To Bring To Splash Pads
- Sunscreen
- Water bottles
- Snacks
- Towels
- Water shoes
- Change of clothes
- Cups and toys to play with in water (although be prepared for issues of splashing others and sharing if you do)
- A folding chair for mom
Brockport
Sweden Town Park Splash Pad
4745 Redman Rd, Brockport
Make it an afternoon outing at this splash pad and the new Sweden Town Park playground nearby!
East Rochester
Edmund Lyon Park
100 E Ivy Street, East Rochester
Ahoy! This buccaneer-themed splash pad at Edmund Lyon Park has parking right by the splash pad.
Greece
Wild Over Water Zone
3 Vince Tofany Blvd, Rochester
Opens May 22, 2026
The splash pad is free for Greece Residents and $5 for Non-Residents – currently Cash Only. The splash pad is enclosed except for the entrance. The fenced-in Kids’ Canyon playground is near this splash pad as well as the Greece Public Library.
Henrietta
Henrietta Splash Bash
595 Calkins Rd, Rochester, NY 14623
Opens May 22, 2026
This splash pad is new and beside the Henrietta Memorial Park playground and Henrietta Public Library.
Irondequoit
Camp Eastman Spray Park
21 Camp Eastman Way, Rochester, NY 14617
Mendon
Semmel Road Park Spray Park
141 Semmel Road, Honeoye Falls
Now open!
North Chili
Union Station Park
25 Rock Island Rd, North Chili
Opens May 19, 2026
Enjoy the new playground at Union Station Park near this splash pad with covered pavilion.
Rochester
Carter Street Recreation Center
500 Carter Street, Rochester
Edgerton Recreation Center
41 Backus Street, Rochester
David F Gantt Recreation Center
700 North Street, Rochester
Humboldt Recreation Center
1045 Atlantic Ave, Rochester
Ontario Beach Park
50 Beach Ave, Rochester (near Charlotte)
Opens June 26, 2026
This new splash pad at Ontario Beach Park is also near the updated playground, restrooms, the Dentzel Menagerie Carousel and the beach at Lake Ontario.
Roxie Ann Sinkler Recreation Center
75 Grover Street, Rochester
Thomas P. Ryan Recreation Center
530 Webster Ave, Rochester
This recreation center recently had many renovations including a new playground!
Tyshaun Cauldwell Recreation Center For Hope / Campbell Street Recreation Center
524 Campbell Street, Rochester
For Ages 6 and Younger:
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park
353 Court St, Rochester
Fourth and Peck Street Park
145 4th Street, Rochester
Troup Street Park and Playground
210-266 Troup Street, Rochester
Spencerport
Ogden Splash Pad
1 Park Rd, Spencerport
Enjoy this new splash pad at the fun Pineway Ponds Park playground.
Webster
Webster First Responders Park
1350 Chiyoda Drive, Webster
Now open!
This fire and rescue splash pad has a great playground nearby as well as covered pavilions. Seasonal restrooms are available.
Ridgecrest Spray Park
985 Ebner Drive, Webster
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