We track 1 splash pad in Sylmar. Every one of them is free.
When to go
Peak summer highs in Sylmar average 92°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
83°F
July
90°F
August
92°F
The typical Sylmar pad runs about 13 weeks a year. Municipal pads often close early for maintenance, so the last few weeks of the season are the least reliable.
What to expect
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 1 pads in Sylmar:
Tree-shaped sprinklers and a friendly whale feature fill this fully enclosed splash pad in the northeast San Fernando Valley. The fencing and whimsical fixtures make it especially manageable with toddlers.