{"id":1653,"date":"2014-10-21T00:32:11","date_gmt":"2014-10-21T04:32:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.munchkinfun.com\/miami\/?p=1653"},"modified":"2026-05-11T17:30:28","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T21:30:28","slug":"4-miami-water-parks-not-to-miss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.munchkinfun.com\/miami\/4-miami-water-parks-not-to-miss\/","title":{"rendered":"Miami Water Parks, Splash Pads and Pools"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"munch-before-content munch-entity-placement\" style=\"text-align: center;margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 40px;display: block;float: none;\" id=\"munch-1772798064\"><div id=\"munch-1469329921\"><a data-no-instant=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thechildrenstrust.org\/calendar\/family-expo\/\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"a2t-link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Expo &#8217;26 728&#215;90\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.munchkinfun.com\/miami\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/07\/Expo-26-728x90-1.gif\" alt=\"\"  width=\"728\" height=\"90\"  style=\" max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1144px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:66.666666666667%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.84%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:2.88%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>It&#8217;s splashing season year-round in the Magic City and we&#8217;ve got the water parks to prove it! Make sure to arrive early to avoid crowds and pack sunscreen, towels &amp; snacks&#8230;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Water Parks<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Hit up the Romero Brito-themed <a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamigov.com\/grapeland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/www.miamigov.com\/grapeland\/\">Grapeland Water Park<\/a> for a water playground, plunge slide &amp; lazy river. Great for big &amp; little munchkins.<\/li>\n<li>Bring mini munchkins to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cityofaventura.com\/index.aspx?page=131\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/www.cityofaventura.com\/index.aspx?page=131\">Aventura&#8217;s Founders Park<\/a> .The Founders Park splash pad is located in the north section of the park. This splash pad features wet and wild nozzles, structures, and loops!<\/li>\n<li>Dive back in time at the Gables\u2019 820,000-gallon <a href=\"http:\/\/www.coralgables.com\/index.aspx?page=167\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/www.coralgables.com\/index.aspx?page=167\">Venetian Pool<\/a>. (you must be over 3 to enter).<\/li>\n<li>Make a day of it at South Beach&#8217;s <a href=\"http:\/\/miamibeachfl.gov\/parksandrecreation\/scroll.aspx?id=15742#aquatics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/miamibeachfl.gov\/parksandrecreation\/scroll.aspx?id=15742#aquatics\">Flamingo Park<\/a>. Swim, splash, play some tennis and run around the playground. Come early to avoid the crowds. (pool is closed on Tuesdays)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/south-dade.asp\">Helen Sands Pool<\/a> is located in the South Dade Park in Homestead. Little ones at least 12 mos old can play in splashing palm trees, enjoy the zero entry pool, water slide and other amenities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Splash Pads<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.southmiamifl.gov\/474\/Murray-Park-Aquatic-Center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Murray Park Aquatic Center<\/a> &#8211; Miami.\u00a0The splash pad and pool at Murray Park Aquatic Center are open from mid-March to mid-September. In addition to the splash pad, features include\u00a0zero depth entry at the\u00a0outdoor pool, restrooms, and a locker room.\u00a0Contact the office\u00a0to make sure the facilities are open.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamiandbeaches.com\/thing-to-do\/parks-recreation\/south-pointe-park\/2966\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South Pointe Park Splash Pad<\/a> &#8211; Miami. The South Pointe Park Splash Pad is a\u00a0motion-activated mini splash zone\u00a0with water cannons.\u00a0The park\u00a0has direct access to the beach, as well as walking trails, a jungle gym, and panoramic views of the South Beach shoreline. Free<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/westwind.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Westwind Lakes Park<\/a> &#8211; Miami. The free splash pad at Westwind Lakes Park is open only during the summer. The park office can confirm dates for the season. Other facilities at the park include a skate park and volleyball courts.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/jacobsaquaticcenter.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jacobs Aquatic Center<\/a> &#8211; Key Largo, The activity spray gym at Jacobs Aquatic Center is one of this facility&#8217;s main attractions. Visitors can also indulge in\u00a0three pools and year-round aquatic programs. Admission fees vary by age and day.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/prodenv.dep.state.fl.us\/DslParks\/details?parkId=678\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Village Green<\/a> &#8211; at Key Biscayne. Offers\u00a0a free\u00a0tot lot with interactive splash fountain, as well as a community bandstand, restrooms,\u00a0fountains, and shade pavilion.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofdoral.com\/all-departments\/parks-and-recreation\/facilities-and-rentals\/doral-legacy-park\/\">Doral Legacy Park<\/a>\u00a0&#8211; The splash pad at Doral Legacy Park is open seasonally (March-November). The park encompasses more than 18 acres with additional activities and features.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Community Pools<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/joe-enid-demps.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Goulds Pool<\/a><br \/>\n11350 SW 216 Street, Miami, FL<br \/>\n305-233-0537<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/marva-bannerman.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marva Bannerman Pool<\/a><br \/>\n4830 NW 24 Avenue, Miami, FL<br \/>\n305-635-2461<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/north-pointe.asp\">North Pointe Pool<\/a><br \/>\n7351 NW 186 Street, Miami, FL<br \/>\n305-755-5457<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/oak-grove.asp\">Oak Grove Pool<\/a><br \/>\n690 NE 159 Street, Miami,FL<br \/>\n305-755-7850<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/palm-springs-north.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Palm Springs North Pool (NW)<br \/>\n<\/a>7901 NW 176 Street, Miami, FL<br \/>\n305-558-3762<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/rockway.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rockway Pool<br \/>\n<\/a>9460 SW 27 Drive, Miami, FL<br \/>\n305-223-8742<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/south-dade.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South Dade Pool<\/a><br \/>\n28151 SW 164 Avenue, Miami, FL<br \/>\n305-248-1386<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/tamiami.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tamiami Pool<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/tamiami.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n<\/a>11201 SW 24 Street, Miami, FL<br \/>\n305-223-7077<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/tropical-estates.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tropical Estates Pool<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/tropical-estates.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><br \/>\n<\/a>10201 SW 48 Street, Miami, FL<br \/>\n305-221-5041<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/parks\/wilbur-bell.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">West Perrine Pool<\/a><br \/>\n10301 SW 170 Terrace, Miami FL<br \/>\n305-969-3886<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:33.333333333333%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:5.76%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.84%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><a class=\"fusion-no-lightbox\" href=\"https:\/\/www.munchkinfun.com\/miami\/summercamp\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"500&#215;500 Images. 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