Stephenville summers are hot, dry, and long — and the nearest splash pad is right in town at Splashville, one of the most fully-featured water parks in Erath County. For days when you want a free spray pad or a change of scenery, Granbury and Weatherford are a quick 35–40 miles away. Here are the best splash pads near Stephenville, TX for 2026.
Top-Rated Splash Pads Near Stephenville
1. Splashville (Stephenville)
Location: 850 S. Graham Ave, Stephenville, TX 76401
Stephenville👶 Best for all ages💲 $🚗 0.3 miBudget-friendly water park in Stephenville with splash pad, slides, and lazy river: Splashville charges $5 per swimmer for a full day of water play: splash pad, water cannons, mushroom waterfalls, and a 275-foot lazy river. Three slides (16-foot, 8-foot, and additional options) scale play across ages 3–12. Non-swimmers go free; the mixed pricing structure works well for families with wide age gaps.
Good to know: splash pad, zero-entry area, water cannons, tipping buckets, mushroom waterfall, 3-foot water slide, 16-foot slide, 8-foot slide, 275-foot lazy river, lily pad walkway, restrooms. Closed Sundays & Mondays.
Parent tip: Splashville closes Sunday and Monday — plan your visit Tuesday through Saturday, and note it's closed July 4th and 5th for Independence Day weekend.
Want to check if the fountains are running today? See live maintenance updates on the official Splashville portal.
2. Granbury City Beach Splash Park (Granbury)
A proper outing from Stephenville at 34 miles — the scale here is hard to match closer to Stephenville.
Location: 505 E. Pearl Street, Granbury, TX 76048
Free splash park on Lake Granbury in a historic downtown beach setting: Granbury City Beach combines a free spray park with a sandy lakefront beach, paddle board rentals, and picnic pavilions within walking distance of the historic downtown square. Open 8 a.m.–8 p.m. daily (closed Mondays for cleaning), the splash park is a free bonus inside a park that already draws families for water sports and shade. The 34-mile drive from Stephenville feels like a full-day road trip.
Good to know: splash park, lake beach, picnic pavilions, restrooms, kayak rentals, sand volleyball, boardwalk, life jacket loaner station. Closed Mondays.
Parent tip: Arrive before 9 a.m. on summer weekends to claim a shaded pavilion — Granbury City Beach draws a large regional crowd and pavilion seating goes fast on hot Saturdays.
For weather closures, seasonal restrictions, or maintenance schedules, view the Granbury City Beach city page.
3. Love Street Park Splash Pad (Weatherford)
about 59 min from Stephenville each way — Weatherford rewards the drive if you plan a few hours.
Location: 309 Love Street, Weatherford, TX 76086
Love Street Park in Weatherford, TX: free splash pad anchoring a full-service park: Nine a.m. to 7 p.m. daily, the splash pad sits within a park offering 10 pickleball courts, a fishing pond with dock, three size-appropriate playgrounds, and a quarter-mile walking trail. The variety keeps ages 3–12 busy for 3–4 hours straight. No splash pad fee; 39 miles from Stephenville via easy highway.
Good to know: splash pad, playground, restrooms, pavilion, pickleball courts, walking trail, fishing dock, pond.
Parent tip: Love Street's splash pad hours (9 a.m.–7 p.m.) are shorter than the park's overall hours (6 a.m.–10 p.m.) — time your arrival for water play before 7 p.m.
Closures are rare, but you can confirm real-time operations on the Love Street Park facilities status page before packing up the car.
4. Marshall Park Splash Pad (Weatherford)
A committed about 60 min drive from Stephenville — treat it as a half-day destination rather than a quick stop.
Location: 115 E. Fifth Street, Weatherford, TX 76086
Downtown Weatherford's free splash pad with pavilion rental for birthday gatherings — Marshall Park's splash pad runs 9 a.m.–9 p.m. daily (closed Wednesdays for maintenance), making it one of the latest-closing free pads in the region. The splash pad in Weatherford, TX is in the heart of downtown near the historic courthouse square, and the reservable pavilion makes it practical for small birthday parties. About 40 miles from Stephenville — combine with Love Street Park for a full Weatherford splash day.
Good to know: splash pad, playground, restrooms, pavilion rental. 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.
5. Splash Station (Cleburne)
From Stephenville, budget about 72 min each way — but Cleburne has enough to fill a full morning out.
Location: 1010 Hillsboro Street, Cleburne, TX 76033
Cleburne water park pairing multiple slides and lazy river with splash area: Splash Station at Hulen Park is a $6-per-person facility offering zero-entry leisure pools, two slides, a lazy river, and a splash pad for younger children. Memorial Day through Labor Day operation (noon–7 p.m., Monday–Saturday) limits year-round flexibility, but the complete feature set works well for families planning a bigger water day. Approximately 48 miles from Stephenville.
Good to know: splash pad, leisure pool, zero-depth entry, water slides, lazy river, play structure, restrooms. Closed Sundays.
Parent tip: Splash Station is closed Sundays — plan your Cleburne trip for Monday through Saturday during the Memorial Day to Labor Day season.
Before heading out, review the Splash Station status dashboard for seasonal maintenance updates.
How we picked these
We included both the paid local water park and free spray pads within 50 miles that offer zero-standing-water features for kids of all ages. All picks are public or city-operated, confirmed open for the 2026 summer season.Planning your visit
Splashville in Stephenville runs Tuesday–Saturday noon–6 p.m., closed Sunday and Monday ($5 swimmers, non-swimmers free). Granbury City Beach is free and open daily 8 a.m.–8 p.m., closed Mondays for cleaning. Weatherford's Love Street Splash Pad runs 9 a.m.–7 p.m. daily (free). Marshall Park runs 9 a.m.–9 p.m. daily, closed Wednesdays for maintenance (free). Cleburne Splash Station runs noon–7 p.m. Mon–Sat, 1–6 p.m. Sundays (Memorial Day–Labor Day, $6 adults, $6 kids 3+). Bring sunscreen and a change of clothes regardless of which pad you choose.For more kids' events near Stephenville this week, see the Stephenville events page.
Stephenville 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 — Splashville and most Stephenville 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 Granbury City Beach Splash Park — standard filtration doesn't remove all pathogens instantly.
Stephenville Splash Pads — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best splash pads for kids near Stephenville, TX?
Our 2026 guide picks 5 standout splash pads within about 50 miles of Stephenville. The top picks include Splashville, Granbury City Beach Splash Park and Love Street 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 Stephenville are free?
3 of the 5 splash pads in this guide are free to visit, including Granbury City Beach Splash Park, Love Street Park Splash Pad and Marshall Park Splash Pad. The rest charge admission — check the individual cards above for prices.
What is the closest splash pad to Stephenville?
Splashville is the closest pick at under a mile from Stephenville. 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 Stephenville splash pads open and close for the season?
Most Stephenville-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 Stephenville open right now?
It depends on the day. Many Stephenville-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.