Summer time has arrived and so does the need to get the kiddos out of the house and cool off.
With summer officially kicking off, staying cool and keep busy seems like a priority for many of us. What better way to beat the heat and keep the fun going than be enjoying a splash pad of pool? In this guide, we’ve rounded up some of the best water spots in town, where you can take a dip, cool off, and have a blast all at once. Whether you’re looking to keep the kids entertained or simply enjoy some water therapy, these splash pads and pools are bound to give you all the splish-splash you need this summer. So, get your towels, sunscreen and swimsuits ready, and let’s dive in.
Prescott
A.C. Williams Granite Creek Park
Photo By: Jess Phillips Photography
A.C. Williams Granite Creek Splash offers tons of fun to keep cool this summer. With a train depot theme, this splash pad offers a massive water tower feature and sprayers for the kids to run around and cool down. Located just next the splash pad are large grassy areas with lots of lush trees providing cooling shade for picnics.
554 6th St, Prescott, AZ 86301
Heritage Park Zoo
Photo Courtesy Of: Heritage Park Zoo
This water feature operates throughout the summer between the hours of 10 am and 4 pm daily (weather permitting). Bring your swim suits and get ready for some wild water fun! The experience is free, so don’t sweat the summer!
1403 Heritage Park Rd, Prescott, AZ 86301
Prescott YMCA
Photo By: Maria Ch
The YMCA in Prescott offers a great indoor option for those who prefer to stay out of the sun. With a variety of programs like the YMCA Summer Camp Swin, Spring-Summer Parent-Tot, Lap Swim hours, and Open Rec/Family Swim time, there are lots of options for those who wish to dip their toes and more in the cool pool.
750 Whipple St, Prescott, AZ 86301
Prescott Valley
Bob Edwards Park
Photo Courtesy Of: Prescott Valley Town
Located in the 9.5-acre Bob Edwards Park, the splash pad offers a great place to cool down with fun water features and lots of open play space. The splash pad is located right next to a ramada area allowing for some in-shade cooling for taking a break from the sun and splash!
7201 E Long Look Dr, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Antelope Park
Photo Courtesy Of: Prescott Valley Town
The pad has 20 different spray functions.
8075 E Powers Ave, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Mountain Valley Pool & Splash Pad
Photo Courtesy Of: Prescott Valley Town
Prescott Valley’s outdoor aquatic facility, Mountain Valley Splash is located at Mountain Valley Park and features a zero-depth entry pool and interactive Splash Pad. Mountain Valley Splash also features 6 lanes for lap swimming, a 75-foot spiral slide, shade structures, ground sprayers, water cannons, dump buckets, and soakers. Plus with a concession stand and picnic area, visitors can take a break to refuel and relax before hitting the water again.
- 6 lanes for lap swimming
- 75-foot spiral slide
- Concession stand and picnic area
- Shade structures
- Ground sprayers, water cannons, dump buckets, and soakers at the Splash Pad
8600 E Nace Ln, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Chino Valley
Chino Valley Aquatic Center
Photo Courtesy of Chino Valley Pool
The Chino Valley Aquatic Center is the only public swimming pool facility in Chino Valley and is owned and operated by the Town. It features a zero-depth entry pool with a mushroom fountain, 5 colorful tipping buckets and a bright red corkscrew slide!
1615 North Road 1 East
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