BangorHousing Splash Pad
Capehart, Bangor, ME
Free public splash pad on Davis Road with ground sprays, overhead jets, archways, a smaller-kids area, covered picnic tables, and a large adjacent playground.
The splash pad sits within the larger Capehart Playground complex.
Photo 1 of 5. The splash pad sits within the larger Capehart Playground complex.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the best splash-pad outings in the region for families who want a free visit with room to spread out, playground time, and features that work for a broad age range.
Good fit
- Families wanting a free public splash pad with a true park-day feel.
- Mixed-age groups who need both gentler play and more active spray features.
- Parents who like pairing water play with a playground and picnic stop.
Consider another option if
- Families seeking a fully fenced splash area.
- Visitors wanting guaranteed shoulder-season or year-round operation.
- Parents looking for staffed admissions or structured sessions.
Know Before You Go
- Season
- Seasonal outdoor operation; official page notes winter closure on September 15.
- Bring
- Swimsuits or quick-dry clothes
- Bring
- Towels
- Bring
- Sunscreen
- Bring
- Water shoes
- Bring
- Dry clothes for the ride home
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Misting arches
For caregivers
- Picnic tables
- Pavilions
- Free parking
- Playground
- Walking trails
- Sports fields
- Visit type
- Easy drop in neighborhood park outing
Read more about this location
BangorHousing Splash Pad is a free public splash pad at the Capehart Playground complex in Bangor. Officially described as the largest splash pad in the area, it includes fountains from the ground, water jets from above, covered sprinklers, spraying archways, and a separate area for smaller children. Families can pair water play with the adjacent playground, basketball court, walking path, covered picnic tables, and onsite parking, making it one of the stronger warm-weather kid stops in the Bangor area.
Hours & Admission
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Admission | Free to the public |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Considerations
Outdoor splash features and surrounding park surfaces should be confirmed directly for specific mobility needs.
Location
86 Davis Road
Bangor, ME, 04401
Other options nearby
Riverfront Park Splash Pad
Free splash pad at Riverfront Park in Old Town with a playground, trail system, picnic area, and nearby comfort station along the Penobscot River.
Sources & Updates
1 public source on record ยท 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
- 1 public source
Public sources
- BangorHousing Splash Padbangorhousing.org
Official page states this is a public park, free to the public, and describes splash pad features plus adjacent amenities.
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