Best Spray Parks and Splash Pads for Kids Around Seattle, the Eastside and North Sound

Seattle Parks and Rec plans to operate 11 spray parks for summer 2025. Each one will be open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., depending on the weather, from Saturday, May 24, through Labor Day. Wading pool season begins June 21. 

If the weather is not great, call Seattle’s wading pool hotline (206-684-7796) after 9:30 a.m. for spray park and wading pool status. You can also check Seattle Parks’ wading pool Facebook page. (And one note: Some spray features operate by push button so you might not know with just a glance if the water is on or not.)

Ballard Commons Park

This park, located in the heart of the Ballard neighborhood, features a skate bowl, spray feature, relaxing seating areas, a newer playground and accessible walkways. When your kids are done splashing around, head across the street to the Ballard Library (after you dry off in the sunshine, of course). The park is located just two blocks off the main drag of Ballard, which offers many options for treats, meals or even a movie. 
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 5701 22nd Ave. N.W., Seattle

Northacres Park spray park

Just off I-5 in North Seattle, this shaded park is a big draw, and for good reason. Beyond the spray park, it boasts a fantastic two-part playground (for toddlers and older kids), hiking trails, a great hill to roll down and more. Only drawback: The parking lot can fill on hot days, though street parking is fairly easy to find. 
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 12718 First Ave. N.E., Seattle

Lake Union Park fountains

The series of fountains at Lake Union Park is just one of the draws at this awesome public space. Kids can also explore boat-building at the Center for Wooden Boats (or rent a boat), visit MOHAI (free for kids ages 14 and younger with paying adult, and always free on first Thursdays), or take a dip at the small swimming beach.
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 860 Terry Ave. N., Seattle

Yesler Terrace Park spray park

This park and its fantastic hillside playground is a must for your summer bucket list. Part of a central plaza in the park becomes the spray park in warmer months. This park, next to the Yesler Community Center and developed with community input, also features space for soccer and basketball.
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 917 E. Yesler Way, Seattle

Jefferson Park spray park

The state-of-the-art water feature at Jefferson Park is part of Beacon Mountain, an ecologically oriented playscape. Kids will also love the steep and deep tube slides and biking paths; parents will love the view of the Sound and the Olympics from the park. 
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 3801 Beacon Ave. S., Seattle

Georgetown Playfield spray park

Located in the heart of this artsy-industrial neighborhood, Georgetown Playfield boasts a fantastic playground, lots of big shade trees, and a spray park with many kinds of spray features. Also find a half basketball court and artificial turf soccer field.
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 750 S. Homer St., Seattle

Highland Park Playground spray park 

Kids love the bucket dump at this spray pad located in this smallish park in West Seattle. There’s also a playground, upgraded sports fields and picnic tables and benches. The park is situated in a residential area with lots of big, shady trees. 
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 1100 S.W. Cloverdale St., Seattle

Pratt Park spray park

With an apartment complex located adjacent to Pratt Park, the park is busy, especially in the summer months. Beyond the spray area, find a playground, basketball court and picnic tables. Pratt Fine Arts Center is located next to the park, and the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center is a short walk away. Tip: Broadcast Coffee Roasters is at the northeast corner of the park.
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 201 20th Ave. S, Seattle

Judkins Park spray park

This large park in the Central District of Seattle offers play areas, a shelter, barbecues, basketball hoops, a skate park, multi-use courts and more. This park offers reservation picnic areas, so start planning your next summer gathering today!
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 2150 S. Norman St., Seattle

Miller Community Center water feature

The Miller Community Center, located adjacent to Meany Middle School, offers a wide variety of community programs for all ages. Before you are soaked, head inside to check out the Miller Center’s artwork, and learn more about the programs this great community center offers. The water feature is located near the front entrance to the building and the playground.
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 330 19th Ave. E., Seattle

John C. Little, Sr. Park spray park

In addition to the spray park, this great park in South Seattle offers picnic shelters, a plaza and an expanded children’s play area. With lots of trees and grass there is space to spread out your picnic blanket and stay awhile. Be sure to check out the community garden. Located next to NewHolly, a diverse, mixed-income community, this park can be busy in the summertime. 
Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Location: 6961 37th Ave. S., Seattle

More Seattle-area fountains and spray features

Seattle Center International Fountain 

The big kahuna of spray parks is Seattle Center’s famous International Fountain, open year-round, and — on hot days — crawling with kids who stand and run (usually screaming) from the fountain’s powerful and unpredictable water jets. Note that the steep slopes down to the center of the fountain can be pretty slippery. The thrilling Artists at Play playground, near MOPOP, is a must-visit spot on any Seattle Center trip.
Hours: Open daily.
Location: 305 Harrison St., Seattle

Next up: South King County spray parks