Spraygrounds, splash pads, and splash parks in NJ—they may all have different names, but they all turn the fun up while cooling you down. And the best part? Splash parks offer a free or inexpensive water park option for your family to spend the day outdoors. From sweeping NYC views under the sprinklers at Newport Green in Jersey City to the brightly colored raining domes at Dorbrook Recreation Center in Colt’s Neck to the watering can sprayer at Johnson’s Corner Farm in Medford, there’s a splash park near you (just don’t forget the sunscreen). And if you are looking for more outdoor fun, check out our guide to the best beach playgrounds in New Jersey to keep the excitement going this summer. (featured photo taken at Asbury Splash Park)
The Best Splash Parks in NJ
Splash Parks in North Jersey
Borough Park
Baseball and soccer fields, street hockey, and more are at this playground, along with the spray park.
Cost: $5 per person
500 Boulevard, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
With so many splash parks in NJ, Hamilton Park Splash Pad in Jersey City is a great North Jersey option. Photo Credit: @gabbyg10987 and @jerseycitymamas
Hamilton Park Playground
This splash pad is located in Hamilton Park and has bright sprinklers and buckets for hours of fun.
Cost: Free
25 West Hamilton Place, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Jewell Street Spray Park
This splash park in NJ requires registration to use, and season passes are available.
Cost: $20 for ages 6+ and $60 for a family pack
Jewell Street and Lanza Avenue, Garfield, NJ 07026
Madison Street Park
Sprays, dumping buckets, and more will keep your little ones busy and wet during a hot day.
Cost: Free
3rd Street and Madison Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Mattano Park
Ballfields, playgrounds, a skatepark, horseshoes, and a water spray area are just some of the fun spots you’ll find in this park.
Cost: Free
360-484 5th Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Mickey Walker Spray Park
A slide and several other water features will keep your little ones cool all summer.
Cost: Free
860 Anna Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201
Newport Green
While your kids splash around, snap photos for the gram with amazing views of New York City in the background.
Cost: Free
700 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310
Pier C Park
Pier C has a water play area, and when your littles finish getting wet, head to the fishing pier, playground, and promenade.
Cost: Free
Sinatra Drive, near 4th Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Pirate’s Cove at Mount Playmore
This all-abilities access spray ground is open from May 27 to September 4, so get ready to play at this pirate-themed splash pad. Closed July 10-16 for carnival week.
Cost: Free
30 Flanders Rd., Budd Lake, NJ 07828
Polifly Park Splash Pad (Second Ward Park)
Get wet at the big bucket or multiple sprinklers at this Hackensack Splash Pad.
Cost: Free
Polifly Road and Sutton Avenue, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Ponderosa Park
After you heat up at the Ponderosa Farm Park, cool down in their sprinklers at the Ponderosa splash park.
Cost: Free
1600 Cooper Rd., Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Van Saun Park– Undergoing renovations and will open at a later date
This Paramus Park has an ADA-accessible water sprinkler feature and more for your littles to enjoy.
Cost: Free
Continental Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07601
Warinanco Park
Look for the giant tree with water shooting out at this Union County splash park. While you’re there, stroll through the Chatfield Garden or take a paddle boat on the pond.
Cost: Free
Park Ave, Roselle, NJ 07036
Weasel Brook Park
A brook, playground, basketball courts, and a fitness circuit surround this rainbow-themed spray park.
Cost: Free
1 Westervelt Pl., Clifton, NJ 07011
Wheeler Park
Get sprayed by pelicans, go under the water bucket, or visit the huge sea serpent at this action-filled spray park.
Cost: Prices vary for residents and non-residents
248 W. Stimson Ave, Linden, NJ 07036
William T. Birch Park
This park has a spray park and a playground, tennis, pickleball, basketball courts, and more.
Cost: Free
8th Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Splash Parks in Central Jersey
Cool off at one of the splash parks in NJ. Photo taken at Asbury Splash Park
Arthur Lewis Park Spray Park
This spray park has over 20 water features—just make sure you make a reservation before you go.
Cost: Free; reservations required
59 Greenbrook Road, Green Brook Township, NJ 08812
Asbury Park Splash Park
This splash park is worth the visit with its garden hose nozzle and larger-than-life watering can.
Cost: $15 for kids 15 and under, $7 for adults, and $40 for a family pass
915 Ocean Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Colonial Park
This splash park has over 20 water features and is located near a playground, putting course, and paddle boats.
Cost: Free
156 Mettlers Road, Somerset, NJ 08873
Cross Farms Park
This park has everything for your little rookie, with a playground and a baseball theme.
Cost: Free
10 Longbridge Road and Route 520. Holmdel, NJ 07733
The Dorbrook Recreation Center is one of those splash parks in NJ that are worth visiting. Photo Credit: @dlayton3
Dorbrook Recreation Center
Raining leaves, play troughs, and cascading water domes will keep your kids wet and happy on a hot sunny day.
Cost: Free
353 County Road 537, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
John C. Bartlett, Jr. County Park at Berkeley Island
Batten down the hatches—this pirate-themed splash park has plenty for your littles to explore.
Cost: Free
399 Brennan Concourse, Berkeley Township, NJ 08721
Michael J. Tighe Park Splash Pad
The splash pad has been closed for the last few years, but expect it to open in summer 2023.
Cost: $4 for children 12 and under and $3 for adults
65 Georgia Road, Freehold, NJ 07728
Michael Lepp Park
This splash park is open to the public and full of buckets and other spray features.
Cost: Free
22 Park Avenue, Somerville, NJ 08876
Pine Lake Park Splashpad
Pine Lake’s shoreline is the Pine Lake playground and splash pads, perfect for all ages.
Cost: Free
Lake Drive, Pine Lake Park, Manchester, NJ 08757
Veteran’s Memorial Park
A playground, picnic grove, and a spray park will be all you need for a fun afternoon in this Monmouth County splash park.
Cost: Free
Lakeshore Dr. and Ocean Blvd., Keyport, NJ 07735
Veteran’s Park
The playground and splash park is a great spot to get wet, but check hours before you go (a community camp also uses the property).
Cost: Free
61 Avenue K, Monroe, NJ 08831
Jackson Spray Park
This spray park is sports themed and features a massive bucket for maximum fun. When you’re done getting wet, dry off at the playgrounds in the complex.
Cost: Free
1 Jackson Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527
Splash Parks in South Jersey
Get sprayed at Johnson’s Corner Farm, splash parks in NJ are the perfect way to spend a hot day. Photo Credit: @johnsonscornerfarm
Bridgeton City Park
Buckets, water cannons, and water wheels will keep your little one busy and wet all afternoon. Bonus: You can reserve for groups and parties.
Cost: $4 per person
West Avenue, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
Fasola Park
This park has a splash pad, but your little ones will also love the playground and pond.
Cost: Free
12 Sycamore Lane, Deptford, NJ 08096
Johnson’s Corner Farm Discovery Barnyard
After you visit the animals, cool off at one of the three splash pads on site.
Cost: Farm admission is $10 per child (12 months-12 years) and $5 for adults and children 13 and older
133 Church Road, Medford, NJ 08055
Von Nieda Park
With basketball courts, a playground, and walking trails, there’s so much to do here before cooling off in the water.
Cost: Free
Between 29th Street, Harrison Street, and Arthur Avenue, Camden, NJ 08102
Sunrise Park at Rambler Road
This cute splash park is close to the Wildwood Crest Bike Path and is not far from the beach.
Cost: Free
Ocean Avenue between Rambler Road and Lotus Road, Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260
What are your favorite splash parks in NJ?
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