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 rain domes at Dorbrook Recreation Center in Colts 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). Scroll down for splash pads all over NJ, and bear in mind that many have different opening dates and close the first weekend in September, so check the website before you go. (featured photo credit: NJ MOM)

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

Carteret Park 
There are so many things to do at this park after you hit up the sprayground like stopping by the pond or spending time at the playground.
Cost: Free
Carteret Avenue & Cypress Street, Carteret, NJ 07008

Hamilton Park Playground 
Located in Hamilton Park in the middle of Jersey City, this splash pad features bright sprinklers and buckets, providing hours of fun.
Cost: Free
25 West Hamilton Place, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Jewell Street Spray Park
This splash park in New Jersey opens on June 25 and requires a fee. If you plan on making it a regular thing, season passes are also available.
Cost: $20 for ages 6+ and $60 for a family pack
Jewell Street and Lanza Avenue, Garfield, NJ 07026

Madison Street Park
The sprays, dumping buckets, and more at this playground 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 are part of this popular spray park, where little ones can cool off 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
River Drive and Park Lane South, Jersey City, NJ 07310

Pirate’s Cove at Turkey Brook Park
This all-abilities access spray ground in Mount Olive Township is open from May 23 to early September, so kids can cool off with a fun pirate-themed splash pad. 
Cost: Free
Turkey Brook Park, 30 Flanders Road, Budd Lake, NJ 07828

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
340 Sinatra Drive, near 4th Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030

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 Farm Park 
After you heat up at the Ponderosa Farm Park, get wet in their sprinklers at the Ponderosa Splash Park.
Cost: Free
1600 Cooper Road, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076

Rushmore Recreational Complex
With a synthetic turf combination soccer/football field, ADA-compliant bleachers and parking spaces, basketball court improvements, a playground, and of course the largest splash pad in the state for kids to cool off at.  
Cost: Free for all Plainfield residents 
1401-1503 West 3rd Street, Plainfield, NJ 07063

Snyder Avenue Park
Cool off at the splash park and then check out the baseball field, multi-purpose field, and playground.
Cost: Free
240 Snyder Avenue, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

Van Saun Park
This Paramus Park features an ADA-accessible water sprinkler and more for your little ones to enjoy.
Cost: Free
Continental Avenue, Paramus, NJ 07601

Warinanco Park
Look for the giant tree with water shooting out when you arrive at this Union County park. While there, stroll through the Chatfield Garden or take a paddle boat on the pond. 
Cost: Free
Park Avenue, Roselle, NJ 07036

Watsessing Park Spray Park
Visit the 69-acre Park that includes a playground and spray park.
Cost: Free
Bloomfield Avenue and Conger Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

Weasel Brook Park
A brook, playground, basketball courts, and a fitness circuit surround this rainbow-themed spray park.
Cost: Free
794 Park Drive, Clifton, NJ 07013

Wheeler Park
Get sprayed by pelicans, go under the water bucket, or visit the colossal sea serpent at this action-filled spray park.
Cost: Prices vary for residents and non-residents
248 W. Stimson Avenue, Linden, NJ 07036

William T. Birch Park
Kids can play all day at this accessible playground, which features slides, swings, and a merry-go-round, and then chill out at the spray park.
Cost: Free
8th Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024

Splash Parks in Central Jersey

Arthur Lewis Park Spray Park
This spray park opens on Memorial Day Weekend and features over 20 water attractions, remaining open until Labor Day. 
Cost: Free
59 Greenbrook Road, Green Brook Township, NJ 08812 

Asbury Park Splash Park
This splash park is worth a visit with its garden hose nozzle and larger-than-life watering can.
Cost: $15 for kids 15 and under, $8 for adults, and $42 for a family pass
950 Ocean Avenue, 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 Farm Park
This park has a baseball-themed splash pad for your little rookie. 
Cost: Free
10 Longbridge Road and Route 520, Holmdel, NJ 07733

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; timeslots are 1.5 hours each
353 County Road 537, Colts Neck, NJ 07722

Jackson Spray Park
This sports-themed spray park features a massive bucket for maximum fun. When you’re done getting wet, dry off at the complex’s playgrounds. 
Cost: Free
1 Jackson Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527

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 Lepp Park 
This splash park is open to the public and features numerous buckets and other spray elements. It is open from June 1 to mid-September.
Cost: Free, non-Somerville residents $50 a family
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

Sea Spray Park 
Not only is Sea Spray Park a water playground, but it also has food, and it’s a great place to host birthday parties.
Cost: A 2-hour session pass is $14.06 per child or adult, and it’s $56.27 for family admission
1800 Boardwalk Avenue Unit 12, Seaside Park, NJ 08752

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 Drive and Ocean Boulevard, Keyport, NJ 07735

Veteran’s Park
The playground and splash park are great spots to get wet, but check hours before you go (a community camp also uses the property).
Cost: Free
61 Avenue K, Monroe, NJ 08831

Splash Parks in South Jersey

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 $12 per child (1-12 years) and $6 for adults and children 13 and older
133 Church Road, Medford, NJ 08055

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

Von Nieda Park
There are basketball courts, a playground, and walking trails, so kids can have a blast before taking a dip to cool off.
Cost: Free
Between 29th Street, Harrison Street, and Arthur Avenue, Camden, NJ 08102

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