Cool Off in Omaha: Splash Pads You’ll Love

When the summer heat hits, there’s no better way to cool off than with a splash pad adventure! Whether you’re chasing down toddler giggles or looking for a low-key family outing, Omaha is packed with spraygrounds that offer fun for all ages — and most of them are totally free. 🙌

Here’s your go-to list of splash pads across the Omaha metro, broken down by region so you can plan your play days with ease.

North of Dodge & East of I-680

• Benson Park – 7002 Military Ave
  29 spray features with cattails, insects, and flower themes on a soft rubber surface. Shaded picnic area nearby.

• The RiverFront – Gene Leahy Mall & Heartland of America Park – 900 Farnam St
  Interactive fountains and splash areas throughout the park — perfect for cooling off after a walk or bike ride.

• Fontenelle Park – 4405 Fontenelle Blvd
  Nine colorful water features including “dumping bells” and toddler-friendly ground sprays.

• Gallagher Park – 4573 N 138th St
  Features a dump bucket, shaded seating, restrooms, and interactive play elements.

• Hillsborough Park – 4573 N 138th St
  14 splash features including a water tunnel, snail, and the towering “Twinsplash” bucket tower.

• Kountze Park – 1920 Pinkney St
  Includes palm tree sprayers, spray hoops, and touch-activated ground features.

• Lee Valley Park – 10605 Charles St
  A decorative splash pad with dump buckets, shade structures, and playful pavement design.

• Levi Carter Park – 809 Carter Lake Shore Dr
  A nature-themed splash stream with playful fish, flowing water plants, and a massive 50-gallon dump bucket.

• Miller Park – 2707 Redick Ave
  Omaha’s largest sprayground! Viking-themed with 37 water features including a ship and sea monster.

• Orchard Park – 6502 Hartman Ave
  Space-themed surface design and water elements like a donut hoop, arches, and a water wheel.

• Sandy’s Splish Splash Garden – 500 S 20th St (outside Omaha Children’s Museum)
  Open Memorial Day to Labor Day. Great for little ones before or after your museum visit.
  
  

South of Dodge & East of Hwy 75

• Alaskan Adventure at the Zoo – 3701 S 10th St
  Zoo admission required. Splash next to sea lions and whales! Open Memorial Day to Labor Day.

• Morton Park – 5724 S 41st Ave
  A sunny, solar-themed spray area with toddler-friendly water play zones.

• Upland Park – 3104 Jefferson St
  Sensor-activated splash pad with sea serpent sprays, water hoops, and daisy jets. Opens May 3.

• Everette Park – Betz Road
  Swinging water buckets, misting tunnels, and spray jets — great for all ages.

• Looking Glass Splash Pad (Bellevue) – Lynnwood & 30th St, behind Leonard Lawrence Elementary
  A shaded neighborhood splash spot near the school.

• Hastings Banner Park – 5005 Virginia St
  Convenient splash zone for cooling off after time on the playground.
  
  

Central Omaha (Between I-680 & Hwy 75)

• Seymour Smith Park (All Play Complex) – 6802 Harrison St
  Fully accessible sprayground with zero-entry design and ample handicap parking.

• Stinson Park (Aksarben Village) – 2285 S 67th St
  Classic splash fountain near the tower — a perfect break during events or concerts.
  
  

 West of I-680

• Coyote Run – 5316 S 189th St
  Features a spray tunnel, misting showers, and a giant dump bucket for max fun.

• Stone Ridge Park – 4655 N 163rd St
  Kid-friendly water elements like spray tunnels, jumping streams, and mini buckets.

• Westwood Heights Park – 12334 Seldin Dr
  Sea-themed splash zone with rainbows, elephants, serpents, and spray cannons — all touch-activated
  
  

Papillion & La Vista

• Cimarron Woods Park (La Vista) – 7419 S 101st Ave
  Geysers, spinning towers, and colorful misting tunnels in a quiet neighborhood park.

• Eagle Ridge Park – 2122 Cobblestone Rd
  Fun features like a pelican bucket, blue whale mist, and sunflower water sprays.

• First Street Plaza Splash Pad – 1st & Washington St, Downtown Papillion
  Centrally located with shaded picnic tables. Open 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.

• Schwer Park Splash Pad – 800 W Centennial Rd
  Splash through rainbow rings, spray cannons, and flower-themed fountains.

• Shadow Lake Towne Center – 7775 Olson Dr
  Conveniently located splash pad near shopping and restaurants — perfect summer stop!

Surrounding Areas

• Bayliss Park – 1st Ave & Pearl St, Council Bluffs
  Motion-activated fountain in a charming park setting. Bonus: Look for the hidden squirrel statues!

• Fairmount Park – Council Bluffs, IA
  Elevated splash pad with skyline views — bring a towel and a camera!

• Louisville Park – 3rd & Main, Louisville, NE
  Two-tiered design with waterfalls, fountains, and a dump bucket.

• Ruwe Park – 5th & Howard, Fremont, NE
  Sensor-operated water features great for spontaneous splash play.

Pack snacks, sunscreen, towels, and maybe a change of clothes — most of these parks also have playgrounds or picnic shelters nearby, so you can easily turn a quick splash into a full-on summer outing!  And if there’s a splash pad you love that’s missing from this list, just reach out and let’s chat — I’d love to add it!