Pools, Splash Pads and Water Parks

When the temps rise, it’s time to splash into summer fun! From neighborhood pools and splash pads to playful fountains and epic water parks, there’s no shortage of ways to cool off with the kids. Pack the sunscreen, grab the goggles, and get ready for squeals, splashes, and smiles all day long. Water you waiting for? Dive in!

OUTDOOR POOLS

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Burgess Memorial Pool
22 N. Gilbert Street, Castle Rock
(720) 724-2082

Hours:

Monday - Saturday 10am - 5:45pm
Sunday 11am - 3:45pm

Admission:

Resident $7.75-$8.75
Non-Resident $8.75-$9.75

Features: Handicap accessible, locker rooms, lazy river, main pool, zero-depth entry water play area,and water slides.

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Cook Creek Pool
8711 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree
(303) 790-7665

Hours:

May 23 - Aug 19

Mon & Wed: 11am-5pm
- New Family Time! 5-7pm upper Leisure pool only
Tues & Thurs: 11am-5pm
Fri: 11am-7pm
Sat & Sun: 10am-6pm

Aug 10- Sep 7

Weekends Only 10am-6pm

Admission:

SSPRD Resident: $5.75-$7
Non-Resident: $7.75-$9.75
Household: $19-$25

Features: Lap pool w/ diving board, leisure pool with zero depth entry, bathhouse, concessions, shade structures, and picnic tables.

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H2O'Brien Pool
10795 Victorian Drive, Parker
(720) 851-5873

Hours:

Daily through August 9: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM (Closed for Parker Days: June 11 - June 14)
August 9 - September 7: Weekends Only
Children 5 years and younger (Little Squirts) and their adult caregivers are invited to play Monday - Friday mornings from 9am - 10am before the pool opens to the public. Children over 5 will not be permitted until 10am.

Admission:

Resident: $7-$8
Non-Resident: $9-$10

Features: Two 182’ water slides, zero depth entry, state-of-the-art water play structure, lap pool, and concession area.

SPLASH PADS AND FOUNTAINS

Image credit: Highlands Ranch Metro District https://www.highlandsranch.org/

Civic Green Park
9370 Ridgeline Boulveard, Highlands Ranch

Hours:

Stream and overlook fountains | 24 hours daily, mid-April - late October
Plaza fountains | 10:00am - 8:00pm, mid-May to mid-September, except during special events

Admission: Free

Features: Large grassy area, splash pad with fountains, performance stage, playgrounds, overlook stream and fountains.

Please Note: Dogs are not allowed at Civic Green Park, except on the soft-surface trails on the east side of the park behind the stage.

discovery park splash pad

Image credit: Parker Parks and Recreation https://www.parkerrec.com/

Discovery Park
20115 E. Mainstreet, Parker

Hours:

Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day (weather permitting) | 10:00am - 10:00pm (except during special events)

Admission: Free

Features: 900 square foot water feature includes programmable water jets, color changing LED lights, performance stage, and located next to the Parker Library.

Image Credit: Castle Pines Parks and Recreation https://www.castlepinesco.gov/

Elk Ridge Park
7005 Mira Vista Lane, Castle Pines

Hours:

Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day | 9:00am - 5:00pm
30-minute breaks at 12 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Admission: Free

Features: Water features, climbing wall, playground, exercise equipment, and a sand box.

Image credit: Town of Castle Rock https://www.crgov.com/

Philip S. Miller Park
1375 W. Plum Creek Parkway, Castle Rock

Hours:

10:00am - 6:00pm daily beginning Memorial Day weekend (weather permitting)

Admission: Free

Features: 300 acres, adventure playground, bike trails, challenge hill, picnic tables, play loop and so much more!

WATER PARKS

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Elitch Gardens Water Park
2000 Elitch Circle, Denver
Water Park is FREE with Theme Park admission from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Complimentary life jackets are available at Raft Rentals on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Hours: