Prescott Valley runs two free splash pads of its own, so most families never need to leave town for water play. Antelope Park and Bob Edwards Park each have their own pad, and downtown Prescott's Granite Creek Park is a quick ten minutes away if you want a change of scenery. Here's where to send the kids for water time this summer.

Top-Rated Splash Pads Near Prescott Valley

1. Antelope Park Splash Pad (Prescott Valley)

Location: 8075 E Powers Ave, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Prescott Valley👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 1.5 mi

Prescott Valley's own splash pad south of Coyote Springs Elementary. Antelope Park's splash pad opened in 2022 and runs a full summer season, typically May through September. It's free, with a playground and open lawn right next to the water, and free parking on site.

Good to know: ground sprays, spray features, playground, open lawn, free parking.

Parent tip: Splash pad season usually starts in May, so call Parks & Recreation first if you're planning an early trip.

Want to check if the fountains are running today? See live maintenance updates on the official Antelope Park portal.

2. Bob Edwards Park Splash Pad (Prescott Valley)

Location: 7201 E Long Look Dr, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Prescott Valley👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 2.2 mi

A free splash pad inside a big 9.5-acre town park. Bob Edwards Park's splash pad sits next to a shaded ramada and plenty of open play space. It's free and typically opens with the town's May splash pad season alongside Antelope Park.

Good to know: water features, shaded ramada, open play space.

Parent tip: This pad has had some seasonal maintenance downtime in past years, so check the town's site before making the trip.

3. Mountain Valley Splash Pool (Prescott Valley)

Location: 6810 E 2nd St, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314

Prescott Valley👶 Best for all ages💲 Paid admission🚗 1 mi

Prescott Valley's paid outdoor aquatic center, with a real kiddie splash zone. Mountain Valley Park's aquatic center has a zero-depth entry pool with a mushroom fountain, water cannons, and dump buckets for younger kids, plus a 75-foot slide and lap lanes for everyone else. Admission applies, unlike the town's two free splash pads.

Good to know: zero-depth entry, mushroom fountain, water cannons, dump buckets, lap lanes.

Parent tip: This is a paid aquatic center, not a free splash pad, so bring a swimsuit and budget for admission if you go.

4. A.C. Williams Granite Creek Park Splash Pad (Prescott)

Driving from Prescott Valley, about 14 min without traffic gets you there, easy to pair with a lunch stop in Prescott.

Location: 554 6th St, Prescott, AZ 86301

Prescott👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 9 mi

Runs a shorter daily window, so time it right. The splash pad operates 10am to 4pm, tighter than Prescott Valley's own pads, so plan a late-morning arrival if you make the drive.

Good to know: water tower feature, train depot theme, playground, bike pump track, walking path, sand volleyball.

Parent tip: The splash pad only runs 10am to 4pm, so get there in the morning for the longest window.

For weather closures, seasonal restrictions, or maintenance schedules, view the A.C. Williams Granite Creek Park city page.

5. Sunset Park Splash Pad (Sedona)

about 45 min from Prescott Valley each way, but Sedona rewards the drive if you plan a few hours.

Location: 655 Sunset Dr, Sedona, AZ 86336

Sedona👶 Best for all ages💲 Free🚗 30 mi

About 30 miles from Prescott Valley, but scenic. The drive to Sunset Park takes you through some of the prettiest stretches of central Arizona. Free splash pad, open May through September.

Good to know: ground sprays, toddler bay, zero depth, playgrounds, basketball court, shaded ramadas.

Parent tip: It's a longer drive from Prescott Valley, so pair it with a red rock stop in Sedona to make the trip worthwhile.

Closures are rare, but you can confirm real-time operations on the Sunset Park facilities status page before packing up the car.

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How we picked these

We started with Prescott Valley's own two splash pads, then looked to nearby Prescott for another free option worth the short drive. Every pick here is a free public splash pad, not a paid waterpark, and we checked hours, shade, and nearby playgrounds before ranking. Two picks are right in town, with the rest close enough for an easy add-on trip.

Planning your visit

Prescott Valley's elevation keeps summers milder than the lower desert, but June through August still gets hot enough to plan around. Splash pad season typically runs May through September, and both town-run pads have had occasional maintenance downtime, so a quick check before you drive is worth it. Water shoes help on hot concrete, and every pad here is free.

For more kids' events near Prescott Valley this week, see the Prescott Valley events page.

Prescott Valley 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: Antelope Park Splash Pad and most Prescott Valley 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 Bob Edwards Park Splash Pad, standard filtration doesn't remove all pathogens instantly.

Prescott Valley Splash Pads, Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best splash pads for kids near Prescott Valley, AZ?

Our 2026 guide picks 5 standout splash pads within about 30 miles of Prescott Valley. The top picks include Antelope Park Splash Pad, Bob Edwards Park Splash Pad and Mountain Valley Splash Pool, each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.

Which splash pads near Prescott Valley are free?

4 of the 5 splash pads in this guide are free to visit, including Antelope Park Splash Pad, Bob Edwards Park Splash Pad and A.C. Williams Granite Creek Park Splash Pad. The rest charge admission. Check the individual cards above for prices.

What is the closest splash pad to Prescott Valley?

Mountain Valley Splash Pool is the closest pick at about 1 miles from Prescott Valley. 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 Prescott Valley splash pads open and close for the season?

Most Prescott Valley-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 Prescott Valley open right now?

It depends on the day. Many Prescott Valley-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.