Compass Park Splash Pad
Downtown Fort Smith, Fort Smith, AR
Downtown Fort Smith splash pad at Compass Park with benches and picnic tables for a simple city-center cool-down stop.
Editorial notes
What stands out
A useful downtown cool-off stop, especially if you are already exploring central Fort Smith rather than planning a full splash-pad day.
Good fit
- Downtown families needing a quick water-play break
- Short visits with younger kids
- Pairing splash time with a city park stop
Consider another option if
- Families seeking large spray structures or complex features
- Full half-day aquatic outings
- Visitors needing a fenced environment
Know Before You Go
- Hours vary with season or weather
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Mixed ages
- Ground sprays
For caregivers
- Benches
- Picnic tables
- Little shade
- No visible restrooms
- Open access
- Visit type
- Quick downtown splash break
Read more about this location
Compass Park Splash Pad is a small downtown Fort Smith splash spot listed in the city parks directory. It is best approached as a simple water-play add-on during a downtown park stop rather than a destination spray park. Benches and picnic tables help with supervision and short stays.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | dusk – dawn |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | dusk – dawn |
| Wednesday | dusk – dawn |
| Thursday | dusk – dawn |
| Friday | dusk – dawn |
| Saturday | dusk – dawn |
| Sunday | dusk – dawn |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Location
100 N A St.
Fort Smith, AR, 72901
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Sources & Updates
1 public source 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
- 1 public source
Public sources
- City of Fort Smith - Parks Directoryfortsmithar.gov
Checked: name, address, amenities, park hours
