Fixed locationSplash Pads and Spray Parks

Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad

Name: Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad
Address: 1601 S Rogers St, Bloomington, IN, 47403, US
Telephone: (812) 349-3961

Bloomington, IN

Free seasonal spray pad at Switchyard Park with interactive ground jets, accessible design, nearby restrooms, and plenty of other park amenities for a longer family outing.

Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through elementary-age kids

Hours

Monday-Sunday 10:00 AM - 20:00 (seasonal)

Parking

Use Switchyard Park parking areas.

Visit style

Easy drop-in outing that can stretch into a half-day park visit

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Editor's Take

One of the strongest free splash pad outings in the region thanks to its accessible design, long season, and all the bonus amenities at Switchyard Park.

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Best Fit

Best For

Families wanting a free drop-in splash stop in Bloomington.
Mixed-age siblings who also want a playground, trails, or other park features.
Parents who prefer easy supervision in an open splash zone.
Visitors prioritizing accessibility and nearby restrooms.

Less Ideal For

Families wanting a fenced splash area with tighter containment.
Kids looking for slides, deep water, or a staffed pool environment.
Visitors who need full shade over most of the water-play area.

At a Glance

Venue type

Spray park

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground sprays

Family amenities

Drinking waterFree parkingChanging area

Nearby park amenities

PlaygroundWalking trailsPavilion rentalsDog parkSkate park

Cost

Free

Shade level

Little shade

Bathroom access

On site

Fencing

Open access

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessibleSmooth path to play areaInclusive water elementsAccessible restroom nearby

Visit options

Drop-in visits

Season model

Summer season

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Part of a larger park

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

City parks department

Hours vary with season or weather

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Monday10:00 AM - 20:00 (seasonal)

Tuesday10:00 AM - 20:00 (seasonal)

Wednesday10:00 AM - 20:00 (seasonal)

Thursday10:00 AM - 20:00 (seasonal)

Friday10:00 AM - 20:00 (seasonal)

Saturday10:00 AM - 20:00 (seasonal)

Sunday10:00 AM - 20:00 (seasonal)

Hotline(812) 349-3741

On Site

Public restrooms with diaper changing stationsDrinking waterPlaygroundTrailsPicnic areas

ParkingUse Switchyard Park parking areas.

Rules Highlights

Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.No food, glass, pets, smoking, vaping, or alcohol in the spray pad area.Street clothes are not allowed in the spray pad.The spray pad is unsupervised.

Season Details

Aug 6 Sept 7

Thursday-Sunday 10:00-20:00

May 23 Aug 5

Daily 10:00-20:00

Sept 8 Sept 30

Friday-Sunday 10:00-18:00

Season WindowLate May through late September

What To Bring

Swim diapers for diaper-aged childrenTowelsWater shoes for hot daysDry clothesSunscreen

Pricing Snapshot

AdmissionFree

ParkingFree park parking

Value NoteNo-charge splash play in a large destination park.

About the Venue

Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad is Bloomington's flagship public splash pad inside 65-acre Switchyard Park. Families will find a large open spray zone with interactive fountains and broad sightlines, plus easy access to restrooms, drinking water, trails, a playground, and other park features that make it easy to turn a quick cool-down into a full park day. The city describes the spray pad as an accessible facility, and aquatics wheelchairs are available during limited daytime hours. This is a strong pick for mixed-age sibling groups who want free water play without committing to a full pool visit.

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