Capaha Park Splash Pad

Cape Girardeau, MO

Free fenced splash pad in Capaha Park with hand-activated sprays, long seasonal hours, and easy pairing with a larger park outing.

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What stands out

One of the region's strongest free options if you want a straightforward splash stop with clear hours and a fenced footprint.

Good fit

  • Toddlers and preschoolers who do best in a simple splash setting without pool depth.
  • Families wanting a free warm-weather stop in a larger city park.
  • Quick repeat visits with younger kids.

Consider another option if

  • Families wanting slides, lazy rivers, or a full waterpark day.
  • Visitors who need staffed aquatic supervision.
  • Anyone looking for guaranteed shade over the entire play area.

Know Before You Go

Food
No food, beverages, glass, bikes, skateboards, or animals inside the splash pad area.
Supervision
Adult supervision required.
Supervision
Children under 8 must be supervised.
Season
May-October
Rules
Smoke-free zone.
Bring
Swim diapers if needed

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Big kids
  • Mixed ages
  • Ground sprays
  • Interactive buttons

For caregivers

  • Little shade
  • Short walk away
  • Fully fenced
  • Textured concrete
Visit type
Short drop in splash stop
Read more about this location

Capaha Park Splash Pad is a free city-run splash pad inside one of Cape Girardeau's best-known parks. Families activate the water features at a hand-print pedestal, and the fenced layout makes it easier to supervise younger kids than many open spray areas. It works especially well for a short summer cool-down or for pairing with the rest of Capaha Park. Water shoes are recommended, and adult supervision is required.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Monday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
AdmissionFree

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Accessibility

Considerations

Families with specific mobility or restroom needs should confirm details with the city.

Location

1400 Broadway Street

Cape Girardeau, MO, 63701

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Other options nearby

Outdoor family waterpark with a splash pad, zero-depth pool, lazy river, swirl pool, and multiple slides in Cape Girardeau.

Perryville Splash Pad at Robert J. Miget Memorial Park in Perryville, Missouri.

Perryville Splash Pad

Perryville, MO

Free splash pad at Robert J. Miget Memorial Park with a nearby playground, pavilion, and long daily summer hours.

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