Children's Fountain
Downtown Gresham, Gresham, OR
Downtown Gresham fountain with separate play emphasis for toddlers and bigger kids, seasonal restrooms, and long daily summer hours.

The downtown fountain is designed for active warm-weather play.
Photo 1 of 5. The downtown fountain is designed for active warm-weather play.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the most decision-ready metro listings because the city clearly confirms mixed-age appeal, restrooms, and long summer hours.
Good fit
- Mixed-age siblings thanks to toddler and bigger-kid play emphasis.
- Downtown outings with a short or medium-length water-play stop.
- Families who want restrooms and a more civic-plaza setting.
Consider another option if
- Families seeking a leafy park atmosphere.
- Visitors wanting slides or a bigger spray-park footprint.
- Anyone needing a fenced water-play area.
Know Before You Go
- Season
- Memorial Day through Labor Day, with weather-permitting operation noted elsewhere as May to September
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Big kids
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
- Toddler zone
For caregivers
- Drinking water
- Little shade
- On site
- Open access
- Visit type
- Urban splash stop
Read more about this location
Children's Fountain sits at the Arts Plaza in downtown Gresham and is one of the region's better urban water-play options for mixed ages. The city specifically notes two play areas, one geared to toddlers and one for bigger kids, with chlorinated jets and seasonal restrooms nearby. It is a strong choice for families who want an easy-access fountain stop with downtown amenities and a clearly family-focused setup.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 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
Accessibility and comfort
Wheelchair accessible
Location
401 NE Second St.
Gresham, OR, 97030
Other options nearby

Rivercrest Spray Park
Free Oregon City spray park with in-ground and above-ground features, water cannons, splash buckets, and a reservable shelter nearby.

Library Spray Park
Free Oregon City spray park on the Carnegie Center grounds with ADA accessibility and 20 low-flow spray nozzles.
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 Gresham - Children's Fountaingreshamoregon.gov
Checked: address, hours, amenities, age-zone description, rules, images
- City of Gresham - Recreationgreshamoregon.gov
Checked: seasonal status confirmation


