Children playing in the Davidson Park splash pad in Williston on a sunny day.
Fixed locationSplash Pads and Spray Parks

Davidson Park Splash Pad

Williston, ND

Free seasonal splash pad inside Davidson Park with a playground, picnic shelters, and a bigger park setup that works well for quick family summer stops.
Plan This Visit

Best for

Best for toddlers through elementary-age kids

Price

The splash pad is part of Davidson Park and the main extra cost publicly listed is shelter rental.

Parking

Park parking is available on site.

Visit style

Short repeat local outing

Birthday parties

Available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

A strong free park-day option in Williston if you want splash play plus a playground and shelter space without paying waterpark admission.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Quick free summer outings
  • Toddlers and younger kids who do better in shallow water play
  • Families wanting playground time in the same stop
  • Casual birthday meetups around a reservable shelter
Less Ideal For
  • Families looking for slides or a staffed waterpark experience
  • Visitors who need clearly published splash-pad-specific daily hours
  • Parents wanting a fenced-in splash area

At a Glance

Venue type

Splash pad

Age groups

ToddlersPreschoolersBig kidsMixed ages

Water features

Ground spraysSplash structure

Family amenities

BenchesPicnic tablesPavilionsFree parking

Nearby park amenities

PlaygroundSports fieldsWalking trailsPavilion rentals

Cost

Free

Shade level

Little shade

Bathroom access

No visible restrooms

Fencing

Open access

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessible

Visit options

Drop-in visitsBirthday parties

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

ParkingPark parking is available on site.
WeatherOutdoor operation is seasonal and weather dependent.
Facilities
  • Playground
  • Picnic shelters
  • Baseball fields
  • Basketball courts
  • Tennis courts
  • Sand volleyball court
What To Bring
Swim clothesTowelsSunscreenWater shoes for hot surfacesDry clothes for the ride home
Reservation NotesShelters are first-come, first-served unless reserved in advance by phone.
Reservation Phone(701) 572-9272

Pricing Snapshot

SummaryThe splash pad is part of Davidson Park and the main extra cost publicly listed is shelter rental.
AdmissionFree
Shelter Rental$35 per day

About the Venue

Davidson Park Splash Pad is a city-operated water-play area in one of Williston's larger neighborhood parks. It is best for families who want an easy outdoor splash stop paired with a playground, courts, fields, and picnic shelters rather than a full waterpark day. The official park page confirms the splash pad as a park feature and shows the splash area alongside multiple shelter rentals and other park amenities, making it a practical choice for casual summer visits and low-key birthday meetups.

Atlas Perspective

Splash Pad Atlas Notes

Age FitBest for toddlers through elementary-age kids
Noise LevelModerate
Visit StyleShort repeat local outing
Energy LevelModerate
Parent ComfortGood if you value a larger park context and shelter access
Booking FrictionLow for drop-in visits; moderate only for shelter reservations

Birthday Party Snapshot

SummaryBest suited to simple self-hosted birthday meetups using one of the park shelters rather than a staffed party package.
Shelters

Name

Shelter 1

Power

Yes

Occupancy

30

Name

Shelter 2

Power

Yes

Occupancy

30

Name

Shelter 3

Power

Yes

Occupancy

80
Rental Fee$35 per day
Booking MethodCall to reserve

Accessibility & Comfort

Known Features
Official page lists walking accessibilityPark setting provides broad open accessNearby park amenities extend the outing for mixed-age groups
Considerations
Detailed restroom and splash-surface accessibility specifics were not clearly published on the official park page.Outdoor splash areas can have hot ground surfaces in peak afternoon sun.
Wheelchair accessible

Gallery

Children playing among spray features at Davidson Park Splash Pad.
The official park page shows the active splash area in use during summer.
Playground next to Davidson Park Splash Pad in Williston.
The adjacent playground helps turn a short splash stop into a broader park outing.
Picnic shelters at Davidson Park.
Three reservable shelters make the park especially useful for group meetups and birthdays.

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Quick Summary

Best for

Best for toddlers through elementary-age kids

Price

The splash pad is part of Davidson Park and the main extra cost publicly listed is shelter rental.

Parking

Park parking is available on site.

Visit style

Short repeat local outing

Contact Information

Address

11th St. & 9th Ave. W

Williston, ND, 58801

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 10, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

Reviewed as

Municipal source review

What Changed

April 10, 2026

Created listing from official Williston Parks & Recreation research.

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