Annetta is a small town in Parker County, and it sits almost on top of Splash Kingdom Wild West in Hudson Oaks — just 0.3 miles away. That makes Splash Kingdom the obvious big-day pick. Weatherford's free splash pads at Love Street and Marshall Park are about 8-10 miles west for free options.
Top-Rated Splash Pads Near Annetta
1. Splash Kingdom Wild West (Hudson Oaks)
Location: 1001 Cinema Drive, Hudson Oaks, TX 76087
Season passes pay for themselves in two visits: At $49, a season pass makes obvious sense for Annetta families with kids who'll go multiple times. Military and first responders get hero pass discounts.
Good to know: wave pool, lazy river, water slides, toddler splash area, private cabanas, concessions. Closed Mondays & Tuesdays.
Parent tip: Splash Kingdom is closed Mondays and Tuesdays all season — check before you go. Prices drop significantly before noon if you can arrive early. Military, firefighters, and police are eligible for hero pass discounts. Call 817-598-0777 to confirm hours.
Want to check if the fountains are running today? See live maintenance updates on the official Splash Kingdom Wild West portal.
2. Love Street Park Splash Pad (Weatherford)
For Annetta families, plan about 11 min each way, and Weatherford is easy to get around once you're there.
Location: 309 Love Street, Weatherford, TX 76086
Splash pad closes at 7 PM even when the park stays open later: Plan to arrive for water play before 7 PM. After that, the park is still available for picnics and the fishing dock.
Good to know: splash pad, playground, restrooms, pavilion, fishing dock, walking trail.
Parent tip: Love Street's splash pad hours (9 AM to 7 PM) are shorter than the park's overall hours (6 AM to 10 PM) — time your arrival for water play before 7 PM.
For weather closures, seasonal restrictions, or maintenance schedules, view the Love Street Park city page.
3. Marshall Park Splash Pad (Weatherford)
If you're based in Annetta, it's about 14 min without traffic, worth combining with other Weatherford stops.
Location: 115 E. Fifth Street, Weatherford, TX 76086
Skip Wednesdays — that's the maintenance closure day: Call 817-598-4124 or check the Weatherford parks page to confirm before planning a Wednesday visit. Every other day is fine.
Good to know: splash pad, playground, restrooms, pavilion rental, picnic areas. Closed Wednesdays.
Parent tip: Marshall Park closes Wednesdays for routine maintenance — check the City of Weatherford parks page or call 817-598-4124 before heading out on a Wednesday.
4. Cherry Park (Weatherford)
Driving from Annetta, about 17 min without traffic gets you there, easy to pair with a lunch stop in Weatherford.
Location: 300 S Alamo View, Weatherford, TX 76086
Zero-depth entry pool plus spray pad for $5: Cherry Park gives toddlers a zero-depth pool to wade in and a separate spray pad for running through — all in one low-admission facility. Pool access and spray pad under one ticket.
Good to know: splash pad, seasonal pool, playground, pavilion, basketball court, walking trail.
Parent tip: Cherry Park is the most well-known Weatherford park — useful if half your group hasn't been to Weatherford's parks before, since there's zero confusion about which park. The 2025 playground refresh means equipment is in excellent condition for 2026.
5. Benbrook Community Splash Pad (Benbrook)
Coming from Annetta, expect about 17 min without traffic, and Benbrook has plenty nearby to make a half-day of it.
Location: 911 Winscott Road, Benbrook, TX 76126
City Hall location keeps the facilities clean and reliable: Regular maintenance cycles and clean restrooms are practical advantages when choosing between free pads in the Parker/Tarrant County area.
Good to know: splash pad, walking trails, restrooms.
Parent tip: Call the parks department at 817-249-6063 to confirm it's open before driving over — hours run until dark, which in summer means a late-afternoon visit still gives you two or three solid hours.
Closures are rare, but you can confirm real-time operations on the Benbrook Community facilities status page before packing up the car.
How we picked these
Picks were drawn from public venues within 20 miles of Annetta. Splash Kingdom Wild West is essentially adjacent to Annetta at 0.3 miles, so it leads the list. Free Weatherford pads were prioritized for variety and price range. Near-duplicate DB entries for the same physical location were collapsed to one pick.Planning your visit
Parker County splash season runs Memorial Day through Labor Day. Splash Kingdom is closed Mondays and Tuesdays — plan accordingly. Weatherford's free pads run daily; Love Street closes at 7 PM and Marshall Park closes Wednesdays for maintenance. Pack sunscreen, water shoes, and towels.For more kids' events near Annetta this week, see the Annetta events page.
Annetta 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: Splash Kingdom Wild West and most Annetta 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 Love Street Park Splash Pad, standard filtration doesn't remove all pathogens instantly.
Annetta Splash Pads, Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best splash pads for kids near Annetta, TX?
Our 2026 guide picks 5 standout splash pads within about 15 miles of Annetta. The top picks include Splash Kingdom Wild West, Love Street Park Splash Pad and Marshall Park Splash Pad, each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Which splash pads near Annetta are free?
4 of the 5 splash pads in this guide are free to visit, including Love Street Park Splash Pad, Marshall Park Splash Pad and Cherry Park. The rest charge admission. Check the individual cards above for prices.
What is the closest splash pad to Annetta?
Splash Kingdom Wild West in Hudson Oaks is the closest pick at under a mile from Annetta. 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 Annetta splash pads open and close for the season?
Most Annetta-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 Annetta open right now?
It depends on the day. Many Annetta-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.