Looking for the perfect spot around town to help your kids beat the heat? If you're unsure where to go, we've got you covered! Check out our comprehensive list of pools, splash pads, creeks, and lakes around Richfield, Edina, & South Minneapolis, all ideal for cooling off on those scorching summer days.
We advise always checking with the venue when possible before heading out, as hours and availability can change due to various factors, ranging from weather to staffing issues.
Public Pools & Waterparks
Richfield Outdoor Pool
- Address: 630 E 66th St, Richfield, MN 55423
- Admission: Under 12 months: Free
Ages 1-54 years: $11
Ages 55+: $10
Weather Delay: $6 admission when pool opens after 3:00 pm due to weather
Lap swim: $8 or valid season pass - Hours: Wading Pool (10 and under): Daily, 11:00 am-7:00 pm
Main Pool: Daily, 12:00-7:00 pm
Adult Lap Swim: Sunday, 10:00-11:30 am, Tuesday/Thursday, 7:15-8:15 pm
Tot Time (ages 7 and under): Monday-Saturday, 10:00-11:00 am
Edina Aquatic Center
- Address: 4300 W 66th St
- Admission:
- Daily Admission (For Ages 1 and older, even if not swimming) $14
- Twilight Admission (After 5 p.m. for Ages 1 and older, even if not swimming) $11
- Admission for The Lost Wave Surf Simulator $8
- Hours:
- Lil’ Lagoon Zero Depth Pool
Monday – Sunday 10 a.m. -7 p.m. - Main Pool, Water Slides, Diving Boards, Lost Wave surf simulator
Monday – Friday 11:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. - Lap Swim
Monday – Thursday 5:30 – 7 p.m. (2 lanes only)
Saturday – Sunday 8 - 10 a.m. (Whole Pool) - Shipwreck Express Zip Line
Monday – Thursday 11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Friday 11:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Lil’ Lagoon Zero Depth Pool
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Wading Pools
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Waubun Park, Pool, & Picnic Area
- Location: 4655 46th Ave S. Minneapolis
- Details: Inclusive car-themed park, zero-entry pool, 7 picnic shelters, fun overlook of Mississippi Lock & Dam No. 1
Linden Hills Park
- Location: 3100 W 43rd St. Minneapolis
- Details: Lots of shade, large wading pool, fun park!
Pershing Field Wading Pool
- Location: 3523 48th St W., Minneapolis, MN
Fuller Wading Pool
- Location: 4802 Grand Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
- Details: Picnic tables, swings, basketball court
Lynnhurst Wading Pool
Location: 1345 W Minnehaha Pkwy Minneapolis, MN 55419
Details: fun pool, park, and more!
Armatage Wading Pool
- Location: 2500 W 57th St.
- Details: fun pool, park, baseball field, and more!
Kenny Wading Pool
- Location: 1328 W 58th St
- Details: basketball court, fun park, pool, and more!
Pearl Wading Pool
- Location: 414 E Diamond Lake Rd
- Details: Awesome park, pool, fields, picnic tables, and more!
Kenny Wading Pool
- Location: 1328 W 58th St, Minneapolis, MN 55419
- Details: Awesome park, pool, and more!
McRae Wading Pool
- Location: 906 E 47th St, Minneapolis, MN 55407
- Details: Fun park, community center, pool, and more!
Bossen Field Wading Pool
- Location: 5701 S 28th Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417
- Details: Great park, field, courts, pool, and more!
Keewaydin Wading Pool
- Location: 3030 E 53rd St, Minneapolis, MN 55417
- Details: Cool pool, park, and more!
Morris Wading Pool
- Location: 5531 39th Ave. S Minneapolis, MN 55417
- Details: Awesome pool and more!
Lake Hiawatha Neighborhood Wading Pool
- Location: 2701 E 44th St. Minneapolis, MN 55406
- Details: Horseshoes, park, pool, fishing pier, golf, and tons of fun!
Hiawatha School Wading Pool
- Location: 4305 E 42nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
- Details: Wading pool, fields, courts, a little library, and more!
Splash Pads
While we wait for the long-anticipated Richfield Splash Pad to make its debut... you may be enjoy checking out Cedarcrest Park Splash Pad, just a short trip away in Bloomington. This awesome splash pad is perfect for kids of all ages, but especially for little ones with the slip-resistant, cushioned, splash pad base. It also has super fun elements such as a spraying flower and a huge bucket of water that drops on the splash pad every couple of minutes. This splash pad area is very-well shaded and has two playgrounds a few steps away. There is also free lunch provided here from 12-1pm on Thursdays until August 15th. The ice cream man is also known to stop here a few times throughout the day as well if you are hoping to stumble upon a sweet treat!
8700 Bloomington Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55425
HOURS
- Memorial Day (May 27) through June 7
- Monday - Friday, 4 - 8 p.m.
- Saturday - Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- June 8 through Labor Day (September 2)
- Daily, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Day after Labor Day through end of season (water off)
- Monday - Friday, 4 - 8 p.m.
- Saturday - Sunday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Beaches
Lake Nokomis
- Location: 4955 W Lake Nokomis Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55417
- Details: 2 Beaches to choose from, at the main park there are lots of opportunities for fun like providing sailing, paddlesport rentals, concessions, a community center & playground.
- Admission: Free
Lake Harriet: North or South Beach
- Location:: 4612 E Lake Harriet Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55419
- Details: 2 Beaches and the Bandshell to choose from, at the main park there are lots of opportunities for fun like providing sailing, rentals, and a delicious restauraunt!
- Admission: Free
Lake Hiawatha Park Beach
- Location: 2701 E 44th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
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Rivers & Creeks Where You Can Splash
Longfellow Beach
- 3349 W River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Minnehaha Regional Park
- 4801 S Minnehaha Dr, Minneapolis, MN 55417
Hotels, Clubs, & Resorts with Pool Day Passes
Lifetime Edina Pool & Beach Club
- Location: 250 Southdale Ctr, Edina, MN 55435
- Details: Indoor pool, rooftop pool, poolside service, and a ton of luxury fun!
- Admission: $100/Adult $50/Junior
Great Wolf Lodge
- Location: 1700 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55425
- Click here for 15% off of a day pass from CertifiKID
Make the most of what is left of summer with these great spots to stay cool and have fun!
