Kingman sits along old Route 66, and its own splash pad leans right into that theme. Cecil Davis Park's water tower feature is a nod to the highway's history, and it's the easiest free way to cool the kids off on a triple-digit Mohave County afternoon. Bullhead City's two splash pads are about 35 miles south if you want to turn it into a longer river-town trip.
Top-Rated Splash Pads Near Kingman
1. Cecil Davis Park Splash Pad (Kingman)
Location: 601 Van Buren St, Kingman, AZ 86401
Kingman👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 2.5 miFive acres of shaded park around the water. Cecil Davis Park spreads its splash pad, playground, and picnic shelters across five acres, with grills and a multi-purpose grass area if the kids want to run beyond the water.
Good to know: rotating sprayers, shaded playground, climbing web, ramada, restrooms.
Parent tip: The Route 66 bucket dumps roughly every five minutes, so hang back if your kids don't want to get soaked all at once.
Want to check if the fountains are running today? See live maintenance updates on the official Cecil Davis Park portal.
2. Community Park Splash Pad (Bullhead City)
35 miles from Kingman, and the drive is simple; Bullhead City is well-signed from the highway.
Location: 1251 Highway 95, Bullhead City, AZ 86429
UV-filtered water on a rubberized surface. The splash pad recirculates chlorinated, UV-filtered water on a life-floor surface that stays cooler underfoot than plain concrete, useful once Mohave County heats up.
Good to know: water dumping bucket, slide, LED lighting, shaded benches, rubberized surface, two playgrounds.
Parent tip: It's a longer drive down to the river, so plan around fuel and lunch and make a full day of the trip.
For weather closures, seasonal restrictions, or maintenance schedules, view the Community Park city page.
3. Kiwanis Splash Park at Ken Fovargue Park (Bullhead City)
A committed about 51 min drive from Kingman, so treat it as a half-day destination, not a quick stop.
Location: 2255 Trane Rd, Bullhead City, AZ 86442
Pair a splash pad visit with the city pool. Ken Fovargue Park hosts both the Bullhead City Municipal Pool and the free Kiwanis Splash Park, so families can do a quick free splash or pay for full pool access on the same trip from Kingman.
Good to know: splash park, municipal pool nearby, ball fields, playground, snack bar, basketball court.
Parent tip: Ken Fovargue Park is also home to the city pool, so pack a swimsuit if you want to extend a splash pad stop into a longer swim.
4. Mesquite Park Splash Pad (Lake Havasu City)
58 miles from Kingman, and the drive is simple; Lake Havasu City is well-signed from the highway.
Location: 2140 Mesquite Ave, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Pair it with the London Bridge. Since Lake Havasu City is known for the relocated London Bridge, a Mesquite Park splash pad stop makes an easy add-on to a bigger sightseeing day from Kingman.
Good to know: splash pad, playground, lawn area, picnic tables, benches.
Parent tip: This is a longer drive south, so save it for a day trip that also includes the London Bridge or a lake stop.
Closures are rare, but you can confirm real-time operations on the Mesquite Park facilities status page before packing up the car.
5. Lake Havasu City Aquatic Center Splash Pad (Lake Havasu City)
Worth the 58-mile drive from Kingman, and Lake Havasu City has more than enough to justify the trip.
Location: 100 Park Ave, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403
Worth it for a longer, supervised water day. Unlike the free splash pads on this list, the Aquatic Center gives you lifeguards and a bigger range of water features, useful for a planned day trip from Kingman.
Good to know: outdoor splash pad, wave pool, slide, shore features, hot tubs, lifeguard staffed.
Parent tip: This is a paid, lifeguard-staffed facility, so it's the pick for a longer, supervised water day rather than a quick free splash.
How we picked these
We started with Kingman's own Cecil Davis Park splash pad, then looked south to Bullhead City for more free options worth the drive. Every pick here is a free public splash pad, not a paid waterpark, and we checked hours, shade, and nearby playgrounds before ranking. One pick is right in town, with the rest a reasonable drive for a river-town day.
Planning your visit
Kingman runs hot and dry most of the summer, so morning visits work best once temperatures climb past 100 in June and July. Cecil Davis Park's splash pad runs seasonally, typically 10am to 6pm daily, though it can close for maintenance or weather, so a quick check before you head out is worth it. Water shoes help on hot concrete, and every pick on this list is free.
For more kids' events near Kingman this week, see the Kingman events page.
Kingman Splash Pad Checklist
- Two towels and a dry change of clothes per kid: wet swimsuits on a hot car seat are miserable.
- Water shoes: rubber soles grip wet concrete; bare feet burn on pavement between jets.
- SPF 50+ sunscreen, applied 15 min before arrival: Cecil Davis Park Splash Pad and most Kingman splash pads have minimal shade, so a portable canopy extends your session past midday.
- Your own water bottle: splash pad water recirculates through a filtration and chlorination system and is not safe to drink, even when it runs clear.
Swim Diapers and Water Hygiene
- Swim diapers only for children not yet potty trained, regular diapers absorb recirculating water, swell, and can contaminate the shared system. Most municipal splash pads require them.
- Don't swallow the water: it's treated recreational water, not drinking water. Repeated swallowing can cause gastrointestinal illness.
- Rinse off after with soap and water. Keep kids with open wounds or a recent stomach illness out of places like Community Park Splash Pad, standard filtration doesn't remove all pathogens instantly.
Kingman Splash Pads, Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best splash pads for kids near Kingman, AZ?
Our 2026 guide picks 5 standout splash pads within about 60 miles of Kingman. The top picks include Cecil Davis Park Splash Pad, Community Park Splash Pad and Kiwanis Splash Park at Ken Fovargue Park, each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Which splash pads near Kingman are free?
4 of the 5 splash pads in this guide are free to visit, including Cecil Davis Park Splash Pad, Community Park Splash Pad and Kiwanis Splash Park at Ken Fovargue Park. The rest charge admission. Check the individual cards above for prices.
What is the closest splash pad to Kingman?
Cecil Davis Park Splash Pad is the closest pick at about 2.5 miles from Kingman. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon, short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.
When do Kingman splash pads open and close for the season?
Most Kingman-area splash pads open Memorial Day weekend (late May) and run through Labor Day or mid-September, depending on weather and maintenance. Hours typically run 10 a.m.–8 p.m. daily, check each splash pad's official page (linked in the cards above) before driving out, since closures for cleaning and weather are common.
Are the splash pads near Kingman open right now?
It depends on the day. Many Kingman-area pads run on heat-activated sensors or set seasonal hours (often 10 a.m.–8 p.m.), and some close one weekday for cleaning or shut off in bad weather. Before you load up the car, check the official page linked on each card above, it carries the current day's hours and status.