We track 1 splash pad in Alton — the 5th best-served city in Illinois. Every one of them is free.
Peak summer highs in Alton average 87°F — warm enough for a splash pad through most of the season without being punishing at midday.
| Month | Average high |
|---|---|
| June | 83°F |
| July | 87°F |
| August | 86°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 1 pads in Alton:
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Alton's splash pad sits right on the Mississippi riverfront, so kids cool off with barge traffic and the Clark Bridge as the backdrop. Hours are shorter than most pads, ending at 5 p.m.
✓ Last confirmed for the 2024 season
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