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Arlington Spray Park

Arlington, Pittsburgh, PA

A free City of Pittsburgh spray park at Arlington Playground for easy neighborhood splash play on the South Side Slopes.

Editorial notes

What stands out

A good low-friction city option for a quick summer cool-down if you are already near the South Side Slopes or Arlington area.

Good fit

  • Quick free summer outings
  • Neighborhood families who want a simple spray-park stop
  • Kids who are happiest with open-ended water play and a playground setting

Consider another option if

  • Families wanting lots of published amenities
  • Visitors seeking structured party offerings
  • Families who prefer a heavily managed destination splash facility

Know Before You Go

Hours vary with season or weather
Yes

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Ground sprays
  • Drop-in visits

For caregivers

  • Playground
  • Open access

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.

Admission

Free public spray park.

Location

1523 Fernleaf St

Pittsburgh, PA, 15210

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Other options nearby

Mellon Park in Pittsburgh, home to the city's Shadyside spray park.

A free City of Pittsburgh spray park in Mellon Park with playgrounds, sports fields, and a broader park setting for a fuller family outing.

Burgwin Spray Park

Pittsburgh, PA

A free neighborhood spray park at Burgwin Playground in Pittsburgh's Hazelwood area.

Children playing at Bethel Park Splash Park with colorful ground sprays and water features.

A newer staffed splash park next to the Bethel Park Community Center with separate zones for younger kids and all-ages water play.

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