Clermont's rolling hills don't do much to cool things down once Florida humidity settles in for the summer. Champions Splash Park sits right in Waterfront Park on Lake Minneola, an easy walk for a lot of Clermont families, and Groveland's Lake David Park is just a few minutes further if you want a quieter option. A short drive toward Apopka and the Lake County towns adds more choices for when you want to switch things up. Here's where to send the kids for water time this summer.
Top-Rated Splash Pads Near Clermont
1. Champions Splash Park (Clermont)
Location: 100 3rd Street, Clermont, FL 34711
Clermont👶 Best for All ages, swim diapers required💲 Free🚗 0.8 miClermont's easiest in-town pick. Champions Splash Park runs February through November with dozens of water elements and a playground right next door. A nearby sports complex adds tennis, baseball, and a skate park if you want a longer outing.
Good to know: bubblers, adjacent playground, sports complex nearby. Closed weather dependents.
Parent tip: Bring a swimsuit that covers up before you go, since a shower is required before entry and street shoes aren't allowed inside the splash zone.
Want to check if the fountains are running today? See live maintenance updates on the official Champions portal.
2. Lake David Park Splash Pad (Groveland)
Location: 450 S. Lake Avenue, Groveland, FL 34736
No lifeguard, so stay close. This is an unsupervised splash pad, meaning parents are the only supervision. It runs March through October, free, and shuts down immediately during thunder and lightning.
Good to know: unsupervised facility. Closed October 1 - March 12s & closes immediately on thunder/lightnings.
Parent tip: This is an unsupervised facility, so bring your own eyes on the kids the whole time.
For weather closures, seasonal restrictions, or maintenance schedules, view the Lake David Park city page.
3. Apopka Splash Pad (Apopka)
Coming from Clermont, expect about 18 min without traffic, and Apopka has plenty nearby to make a half-day of it.
Location: 10 N Forest Avenue, Apopka, FL 32703
A racquetball court and gazebo round out the visit. Beyond the splash pad's Mega Soaker and Splash Blasters, Kit Land Nelson Park in Apopka has racquetball courts, a gazebo, and picnic areas for a fuller day out.
Good to know: Fun-Guy mushroom sprayer, playground, picnic areas, gazebo.
Parent tip: Call ahead since hours change by season, and the summer schedule runs different hours than spring break.
Closures are rare, but you can confirm real-time operations on the Apopka facilities status page before packing up the car.
4. Tavares Splash Park (Tavares)
20.2 miles from Clermont, and the drive is simple; Tavares is well-signed from the highway.
Location: 306 E. Ruby Street, Tavares, FL 32778
A year-round splash pad on Lake Dora. Tavares Splash Park sits at Wooton Park on the north shore of Lake Dora, open 9am to 5pm every day of the year. It's attended, first-come entry, with a proper swimsuit required and swim diapers for kids age 3 and under. Pavilion rentals and picnic areas are available if you want to make it a longer visit, and there's a swimming area beyond just the splash pad.
Good to know: lakefront location, swimming area, pavilion rentals, picnic areas. Closed inclement weathers & maintenances.
Parent tip: This one runs year-round, unlike most on this list, so it's a good pick if you're visiting outside the usual splash pad season.
Before heading out, review the Tavares status dashboard for seasonal maintenance updates.
5. Eustis Splash Pad (Eustis)
Not a quick stop from Clermont at 21.9 miles, so it's best combined with other Eustis stops to make the drive worthwhile.
Location: 250 Ferran Park Drive, Eustis, FL 32726
Confirm it's open before the long drive out. Eustis Splash Pad has had maintenance closures before, so call ahead, but when it's running the sailboat theme and lake boardwalks make it a memorable stop.
Good to know: sailboat-themed design, dump buckets, water cannons, lakeside location, adjacent playground, boardwalks.
Parent tip: Call ahead since this one has had maintenance closures in the past; confirm it's open before making the longer drive.
Keep tabs on routine cleanings and seasonal changes by visiting the Eustis page directly.
How we picked these
We started with Clermont's own Champions Splash Park, then looked toward Groveland, Apopka, and the Lake County towns for picks worth the drive. Every one here is a public splash pad; most are free, and we flagged the couple with a small admission fee. We checked for shade, restrooms, and a nearby playground before ranking, with at least one pick right in Clermont.
Planning your visit
Most splash pads around Clermont run February or March through October or November, with some open seasonally on weekends only outside summer. Central Florida afternoons get muggy fast in summer, so mornings are the more comfortable window once June hits. Several of these pads close automatically during thunder and lightning, which rolls through most summer afternoons. Water shoes help on hot concrete, and admission is free unless noted.
For more kids' events near Clermont this week, see the Clermont events page.
Clermont 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: Champions Splash Park and most Clermont 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 Lake David Park Splash Pad, standard filtration doesn't remove all pathogens instantly.
Clermont Splash Pads, Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best splash pads for kids near Clermont, FL?
Our 2026 guide picks 5 standout splash pads within about 25 miles of Clermont. The top picks include Champions Splash Park, Lake David Park Splash Pad and Apopka Splash Pad, each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Which splash pads near Clermont are free?
4 of the 5 splash pads in this guide are free to visit, including Champions Splash Park, Lake David Park Splash Pad and Apopka Splash Pad. The rest charge admission. Check the individual cards above for prices.
What is the closest splash pad to Clermont?
Champions Splash Park is the closest pick at under a mile from Clermont. 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 Clermont splash pads open and close for the season?
Most Clermont-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 Clermont open right now?
It depends on the day. Many Clermont-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.