11th & Pike Splash Pad
Reading, PA
Neighborhood splash pad in Reading with seasonal daytime operation and simple outdoor water play for local families.
Official city image used to announce splash pad season.
Photo 1 of 2. Official city image used to announce splash pad season.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Best treated as a simple free neighborhood splash stop, not a full-featured spray park destination.
Good fit
- Quick free summer outings
- Toddlers and preschoolers who want basic water play
- Families staying close to home in Reading
Consider another option if
- Families seeking large themed structures or destination-scale water play
- Visitors who need highly detailed amenities info before going
- Families wanting indoor or shoulder-season options
Know Before You Go
- Weather
- Outdoor operation is weather dependent
- Season
- Seasonal through Labor Day based on official 2024 city post
- Bring
- Swimsuits or quick-dry clothes
- Bring
- Towels
- Bring
- Sunscreen
- Bring
- Water shoes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Little shade
- No visible restrooms
- Open access
- Visit type
- Short local outing
Read more about this location
11th & Pike Splash Pad is one of the City of Reading's public seasonal splash pads. It operates as a straightforward neighborhood cool-off spot rather than a destination water park, making it best for quick summer visits with toddlers, preschoolers, and younger kids. Official city posts confirm it runs during the warm-weather season and is part of Reading's network of free public splash pads.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
View full weekly hours
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Location
11th St & Pike St
Reading, PA, 19604
Other options nearby
Barbey's Playground Splash Pad
Recently reopened city splash pad at Barbey's Playground in Reading with updated water design and neighborhood-focused summer play.
Baer Park Splash Pad
City-operated splash pad at Baer Park in Reading with free seasonal access for neighborhood summer play.
City Park Splash Pad
Seasonal splash pad inside Reading's City Park offering free outdoor water play in a larger park setting.
Sources & Updates
3 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 10, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 10, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 3 public sources
Public sources
- City of Reading Playground Mapreadingpa.gov
Checked: location name, intersection address, city
- City of Reading Instagram splash pad season postinstagram.com
Checked: operating status, seasonal hours, inclusion in city splash pad network
- Mayor Eddie Morán Facebook postfacebook.com
Search snippet lists 11th & Pike among active splash pads running 10AM-8PM.
Checked: daily summer hours
What changed
April 10, 2026
Created listing from official City of Reading recreation map and official seasonal splash pad announcements.