Bayview Park Splash Pad
Bayview, Erie, PA
Free city splash pad in Bayview Park with spray features for warm-weather play and a larger park setting for an easy family outing.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of Erie's best simple summer cooldown stops if you want free splash play without the cost or commitment of a water park.
Good fit
- Quick free summer outings
- Toddlers and preschoolers who prefer shallow spray play
- Families pairing splash time with a larger park visit
Consider another option if
- Families wanting slides or a larger themed water-play structure
- Visitors who need a tightly enclosed play area
- Families looking for year-round operation
Know Before You Go
- Supervision
- Parent or caregiver supervision is important in the open park setting
- Weather
- Outdoor operation is weather dependent
- Season
- Summer season
- Bring
- Swimsuits or quick-dry clothes
- Bring
- Towels
- Bring
- Sunscreen
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Drop-in visits
For caregivers
- Benches
- Playground
- Pavilion rentals
- Little shade
- Short walk away
- Open access
- Visit type
- Short neighborhood splash outing
Read more about this location
Bayview Park Splash Pad is the City of Erie's public outdoor splash pad in the Bayview neighborhood. It is best for families who want a no-admission water-play stop rather than a full pool day, and it works especially well for toddlers through elementary-age kids who enjoy quick summer visits. The splash pad sits within a larger park setting, making it easy to pair water play with extra time outside, but families should plan for sun exposure and active supervision in an open park environment.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 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.
Accessibility
Considerations
Open park layout means families should confirm exact restroom and path details before visiting if accessibility needs are a priority
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Location
Walnut St & W 2nd St
Erie, PA, 16507
Other options nearby
Battle of Lake Erie
Large themed splash-play structure at Waldameer Water World with over 100 water features, seven slides, and a giant tipping bucket.
Kid's Froggy Splash Pad
Indoor zero-depth splash pad at Splash Lagoon with colorful water features for younger kids and year-round water play.
Sources & Updates
2 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
- 2 public sources
Public sources
- City of Erie Facebook postfacebook.com
Official city post states the Bayview Park Splash Pad at Walnut and West Second streets is open and lists daily operations 12-8 pm, weather permitting.
Checked: name, location, operating status, hours
- Our West Bayfront Bayview Park Enhancement Projectourwestbayfront.org
Community project page documents the Bayview Park splash pad installation and includes a relevant splash pad image.
Checked: splash pad existence, image
What changed
April 10, 2026
Created listing from official city social confirmation and supporting neighborhood project documentation.