We track 9 splash pads in Sacramento — the 4th best-served city in California. Every one of them is free.
Peak summer highs in Sacramento average 93°F. Mornings and late afternoons are far more comfortable than the middle of the day, and shade is worth planning around.
| Month | Average high |
|---|---|
| June | 88°F |
| July | 93°F |
| August | 92°F |
The things that decide a trip with small children — a toilet, some shade, somewhere to sit — are exactly what listings usually leave out. Across the 9 pads in Sacramento:
Freepublic-parkzero-depthtoddlerplayground-nearbyrestrooms
Opened in May 2025, this ocean-themed splash pad replaced the park's original wading pool that closed in 2018. Kids run through water jets among sea turtle, starfish, and dolphin sculptures.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
Freepublic-parkzero-depthrestroomstoddlerplayground-nearby
A large circular splash pad with an ocean theme, including a dolphin statue and seahorse and fish cannons. Perimeter trees give some relief from the sun, and sand volleyball and basketball courts sit nearby.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2026 season
Freepublic-parktoddlerplayground-nearby
A throwback shallow wading pool in East Sacramento with a mushroom fountain at its center rather than a modern spray pad. Its very shallow depth makes it a favorite for babies and toddlers.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
Freepublic-parkzero-depthplayground-nearby
An interactive ground-jet spray feature in a small North Sacramento park with picnic tables. The city listed it as closed for maintenance during the 2025 season, so check status before visiting.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
Freepublic-parkzero-depthshaderestroomstoddlerplayground-nearby
A baseball-themed spray park anchored by a large baseball centerpiece, set inside one of the city's biggest regional parks. The adjacent playground is generously shaded, and ballfields and walking trails surround the water play area.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2026 season
Freepublic-parkzero-depthplayground-nearby
A simple neighborhood splash area with picnic tables, a playground, and a basketball court alongside. It draws mostly nearby families rather than crowds from across town.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
Freepublic-parkzero-depthshaderestroomstoddlerplayground-nearby
This Natomas park leans into its ranch heritage with duck and frog water sprayers, horse statues, and a sit-in jeep beside the farm-themed playground. Large shade covers over the play structures make it a comfortable stop on triple-digit days.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2026 season
Freepublic-parkzero-depthplayground-nearby
This south Sacramento neighborhood park pairs a water spray area with a seasonal wading pool, plus soccer fields and basketball courts. It is one of the city's more than a dozen free spray locations.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
Freepublic-parkzero-depthplayground-nearby
A modest interactive mister area rather than a full spray ground, good for a quick cool-down. The park also has a basketball court and a jogging trail looping the grounds.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2025 season
Know a splash pad we're missing in Sacramento?Add it to the guide.