We track 2 splash pads in Clearwater. Every one of them is free.
When to go
Peak summer highs in Clearwater average 91°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
90°F
July
90°F
August
91°F
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 2 pads in Clearwater:
Rebuilt as part of Clearwater's downtown waterfront overhaul that reopened in 2023, this large year-round splash pad has 68 nozzles and four vertical fountains. Parents can watch from shaded benches with views of Clearwater Harbor.
On site: toilets on site, drinking water, playground alongside, parking
One of Clearwater's signature parks, Crest Lake's splash area is styled with natural rock fountains offering varied spray intensities for different ages. Ample parking and a lakeside setting make it an easy everyday stop.
On site: toilets on site, drinking water, playground alongside, parking